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Old 04-14-2009 | 02:47 PM
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so, what vendors ARE good?

i'm about to buy at least about $1200 worth of assorted parts this summer and i don't know where to get them from now. i hear a lot of bad about parts with Z1's name on them (even though i love my drive shaft), i won't be dealing with AMS parts due to a seemingly unanimous consensus that they suck, and due to the recent scandal, i do believe i'll be steering away from coz. so, from all you veterans, i'd like to hear what places you've had good deals with and who sells good reputable parts. i've had very few experiences with aftermarket parts so far, so i haven't been able to form a solid opinioin on these things.

now, i am sure that different parts would be better off being purchased from different vendors, so i'm more looking for a list of generally acceptable vendors. and again, i know what they are (rizz's link page has just about every one), but i'm looking for the good ones.
Old 04-14-2009 | 07:50 PM
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just an FYI a majority of Z1's name brand parts are WAY marked up, but stick with what you know not what you heard.
Old 04-21-2009 | 09:18 AM
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Although people point out design theft with Z1, I've always had positive dealings with them. Josh is the sale person who helps me out and he is very professional, helpful and sends out packages fast.

Importpartspro is another great vendor. I purchase a stage 4 longblock from Kyle and he has been very helpful and patient with dumb questions. Lol

I have a lttile experince with SZ but I was very satisfied with their prompt and lnowledgeable service.

I also use courtesy nissan.

What's the scandle with AMS?
Old 04-21-2009 | 11:06 AM
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Importpartspro.com - is pretty good they had the Fidanza Aluminum Flywheel for $329 with free shipping, that's the cheapes I could find it and they were out of stock and immediately contacted me to ask me if I would like to still place the order or cancel it.

Importrp.com - I'm not sure yet, Cygnus-x1 or however his username is on hybridZ recommended them to me. They had the Fidanza Flywheel for $331 and the ACT Clutch Kit I wanted for $373 with free shipping vs MSA's $421 after shipping which would include a 4 week wait.

Obviously MSA and BlackDragon Auto are good. I've used both of them with no issues.
Old 04-23-2009 | 12:10 PM
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Kas,

What is the scandal involving AMS?
Old 04-24-2009 | 09:12 AM
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they took the ms manis and re casted them as their own all they did was take off his name and put on theirs
Old 04-24-2009 | 09:48 AM
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yeah. they did it with some other stuff too i believe.
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