The truth behind low-priced JDM engines
12-13-2003, 11:11 PM
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The truth behind low-priced JDM engines
In order to help our website browsers understand WHY our prices are not the lowest around, we took the time to write a (9) page detailed editorial.
It's a long read but definately valuable information to the person who might be new to all this, and is looking to purchase an engine- hassle free.
It is in PDF (Adobe Acrobat) format and the file is 377kb.
http://www.total-boost.com/articles/scamalert.pdf
Not All JDM Engines Are Equal
Many customers assume all JDM engines are equal. Therefore, you can just price-shop and find the lowest price possible. They think that all dealers claiming to sell a B16A Honda Civic JDM engine are selling the exact same engine, in the exact same condition, and with the exact same specifications. But they are very wrong.
All of your comments, suggestions and concerns are highly appreciated!
Take care,
Andre
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It's a long read but definately valuable information to the person who might be new to all this, and is looking to purchase an engine- hassle free.
It is in PDF (Adobe Acrobat) format and the file is 377kb.
http://www.total-boost.com/articles/scamalert.pdfNot All JDM Engines Are Equal
Many customers assume all JDM engines are equal. Therefore, you can just price-shop and find the lowest price possible. They think that all dealers claiming to sell a B16A Honda Civic JDM engine are selling the exact same engine, in the exact same condition, and with the exact same specifications. But they are very wrong.
All of your comments, suggestions and concerns are highly appreciated!
Take care,
Andre
Modified by TotalBoost at 11:52 PM 12/15/2003
12-14-2003, 04:06 AM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (TotalBoost)
Excellent Info 
Also checked out your site. The prices aren't that much higher (if they even are higher) than other places. A lot of the prices are the going rate among the same engines on other sites.
Also checked out your site. The prices aren't that much higher (if they even are higher) than other places. A lot of the prices are the going rate among the same engines on other sites.
12-14-2003, 08:34 AM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (dmotoguy)
12-14-2003, 08:34 AM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (dmotoguy)
hell of a post for the newcomer to the hybrid scene.... By the way, are you guys looking into any sponsorships for this upcoming summer? IM me at ek9gsrhybrid if you'd like to talk.
12-14-2003, 08:40 AM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (TODAeg6)
It is truly something we are looking to dip ourselves into eventually. I will get back to you with further details when the time comes! 
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12-14-2003, 08:46 AM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (TotalBoost)
thanks for the quick attention, I am currently preparing my car for one of the biggest shows in Pennsylvania, Carlisle Customs..... now in harrisburg, but it takes place in early May. I think the 2-4 or sometime close to that. If you interested keep in touch, I could use a little help on some JDM OEM and aftermarket parts. Im currently working with Marcus from Heeltoe Auto also, but he cant offer me some of the parts that you can. Heeltoe's more of a strictly new parts place. But thanks again Andre. 
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12-14-2003, 08:58 AM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (TODAeg6)
Quick replies and attention is something we try to bring to everyone. I'll see what I can do for you Chris.
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12-19-2003, 11:12 AM
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I've heard that some people still have a hard time opening the file, I apologize.
12-19-2003, 07:30 PM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (TotalBoost)
Yup... can't read it either....
BTW... prices for 'jdm' engines in the US are so damn high....
BTW... prices for 'jdm' engines in the US are so damn high....
12-19-2003, 08:37 PM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (X2BOARD)
I'm trying to understand your last sentence. You mean at the moment they are very high?
The supply is very mcuh drying up in JDM Land, and the American dollar is creeping downward, these would be the 2 largest factors right now for that.
The supply is very mcuh drying up in JDM Land, and the American dollar is creeping downward, these would be the 2 largest factors right now for that.
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (TotalBoost)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by TotalBoost »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I'm trying to understand your last sentence. You mean at the moment they are very high?
The supply is very mcuh drying up in JDM Land, and the American dollar is creeping downward, these would be the 2 largest factors right now for that.
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What's hard to understand in the last sentence I typed ? Companies in the US are TAXING people hard for these motors. Everywhere else in the world they don't seem to be so expensive.
The supply is very mcuh drying up in JDM Land, and the American dollar is creeping downward, these would be the 2 largest factors right now for that.
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What's hard to understand in the last sentence I typed ? Companies in the US are TAXING people hard for these motors. Everywhere else in the world they don't seem to be so expensive.
12-20-2003, 04:42 AM
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (X2BOARD)
Oh ok, I just didn't know if you meant the whole market in general, and I'm not in the US so I'm not sure if you were refering to me also.
12-20-2003, 08:06 AM
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Very true and good info, but sometimes people have better connections and are not looking to make as much of a profit, thus they are cheaper.
BUT I would say in more cases than not, maybe about 80% to 20%, dealers sell the engines cheaper because they are "cheaper" in quality.
Its all about "quality" of the motor, rather than "quantity" of how much you pay!
BUT I would say in more cases than not, maybe about 80% to 20%, dealers sell the engines cheaper because they are "cheaper" in quality.
Its all about "quality" of the motor, rather than "quantity" of how much you pay!
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Re: The truth behind low-priced JDM engines (dohcVTEChatch)
hey Andre
since you 1st started posting here on h-t trying to sell motors
how many have you sold?
have you ever thought about starting a vouch thread?
who on h-t will vouch for you?
since you 1st started posting here on h-t trying to sell motors
how many have you sold?
have you ever thought about starting a vouch thread?
who on h-t will vouch for you?