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Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 09:01 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
They've been super serious about Covid 19...

They've been super serious about Covid 19 protocols in Germany. It was clear when I ordered and the seller first attempted to schedule transport that it was going to be weeks, perhaps 5 or 6. Two or...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 07:15 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
I just received an order from Finland (new car...

I just received an order from Finland (new car parts) using DHL and it was a breeze. I couldn't believe how easily it sailed through customs. Their online tracking info was very impressive.
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 04:31 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
NYNick, Yes, agreed. I've had customers who I've...

NYNick, Yes, agreed. I've had customers who I've wanted desperately to fire. And also ones who've been brilliantly patient while we struggled and apologized.
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
juanbenae It was already OT and I don't really...

juanbenae It was already OT and I don't really care if it goes wide. I've made my thoughts known to management and just needed to rant. It pisses me off when companies take customers for granted or...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 01:35 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
I have a seal coming from Germany. They're very...

I have a seal coming from Germany. They're very clear about what can and can't travel and communicate clearly. I was given the opportunity of waiting two weeks for shipment or cancelling the order. ...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 01:11 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
I wouldn't be quick to assume it's Fedex. The...

I wouldn't be quick to assume it's Fedex. The same warehouse wasn't able to ship the parts a day earlier, I'd assume it's the same system at fault. What I didn't include in the original post is that...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 12:29 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
pmax, if it were a diy project I wouldn't have...

pmax, if it were a diy project I wouldn't have posted. My car is sitting in a sole owner's working shop, disassembled waiting for this part. They're trying to get by in weird times too.
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 12:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
Pelican customer service is now saying parts were...

Pelican customer service is now saying parts were given to Fedex yesterday and the information on Fedex's website (says shipping info has been received but package is not received) is wrong....
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 08:34 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
Matt, the shop's supplier was several more days...

Matt, the shop's supplier was several more days out. My offer to get the part more quickly was helpful to the shop owner. He's not making enough on the part to make a difference. I run a business,...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 08:31 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
Adam... Yeah, not so much. I'm reasonable and...

Adam... Yeah, not so much. I'm reasonable and flexible if not misled. Even a simple posting on their website "Hey, it's challenging times and we're understaffed so please be patient. We may not be...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 08:14 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
I'm fine with parts being delayed if someone...

I'm fine with parts being delayed if someone bothers to tell me. If they cannot facilitate next day shipping, don't offer it. Tell people that they're understaffed and it may take longer to get...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 07:52 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
Yes, indeed.

Yes, indeed.
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 07:42 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
This isn't a person making a mistake, it's a...

This isn't a person making a mistake, it's a failed system. No shipment and no notice. They're promising delivery and not delivering nor even bothering to let people know. My life is effected because...
Forum: Porsche Marketplace Discussion 05-14-2020, 06:43 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,360
Posted By JPaul
Pelican Failure to Ship

Ordered on Monday, parts in stock. Stipulated overnight delivery since car is in shop awaiting parts.

No parts shipped on Tuesday. Called Wednesday to see what happened, they couldn't get them...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 07-31-2019, 08:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 575
Posted By JPaul
Weird brake behavior

Friend with an '85 Targa had a strange experience today. Had been driving a bit, doing errands, stop and go traffic and out of the blue he went to brake the pedal nearly went to the floorboard. He...
Forum: Porsche 911 Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 08-09-2014, 10:48 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,856
Posted By JPaul
You folks need a hobby.

You folks need a hobby.
Forum: Porsche 911 Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-21-2014, 12:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 236
Posted By JPaul
WTB 16x6 Fuchs for 911

Need a VG to excellent condition Fuchs 16x6 w/36 offset for an '87 911. Prefer wheel alone but willing to take w/tire. Please let me know price/shipping to 98109. Thanks!
Forum: Porsche 911 Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-21-2014, 12:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,985
Posted By JPaul
Interested. Checking to see if this is the right...

Interested. Checking to see if this is the right offset for a '87 911sc.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 02-12-2013, 09:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 757
Posted By JPaul
I'm reading old posts and some have said the...

I'm reading old posts and some have said the heavier weight is better. I have no carpet in the floor pans now. PO must have ditched so I'm thinking the thicker version mat might help keep them in...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 02-12-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 757
Posted By JPaul
Lloyd mats?

I'm in the market for a new set of mats and lean towards carpet rather than coco. I'm curious if anyone can comment on the Lloyd mats. I've heard the plush is really thick so I'll go for the...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-07-2011, 09:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,084
Posted By JPaul
I have an '87 Targa and had the wrong seal too. ...

I have an '87 Targa and had the wrong seal too. I just ordered and replaced it with a Dan-supplied seal and the top is definitely sitting lower. The wind noise from the front is gone but I'm having...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-06-2011, 11:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,824
Posted By JPaul
Followed the instructions for drilling hole,...

Followed the instructions for drilling hole, fashioning tool from 1/4 steel rod. 30 seconds after inserting tool into drilled hole I had an open bonnet. The worst part of the process is...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-04-2011, 09:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,824
Posted By JPaul
I tried banging the hood today, several times...

I tried banging the hood today, several times with the base of the palm of my hand. No joy. I've now taken off the bumper (no one mentions what a pain in the behind the baffle nuts are to take out...
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-04-2011, 11:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,824
Posted By JPaul
So, searching threads indicate that a broken...

So, searching threads indicate that a broken cable will cause the latch to spring open. This isn't the case with mine. Remains firmly locked.
Forum: Porsche 911 Technical Forum 05-04-2011, 11:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,824
Posted By JPaul
Hood latch!!!

Hood release handle pulled straight out about a foot before I realized it had become unattached to the hood release. Any ideas on how to get the bonnet open without a cable? Oh, the joys of a 24...
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