Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 22, 2002 12:51 pm UTC
October 22, 2002 12:51 pm UTC
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Andrew Bienhaus
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Sad... But, the one thing EVERYONE can learn from this, is that there is NO reason to pay for anything upfront, no matter what some shop tells you. If they don't want to order in parts to work on your car, it's not too likely that they're the best shop to deal with anyhow. A decent shop, would be buying from reputable suppliers, and if you bailed on them, would have no trouble returning unused and unopened parts... thus, no up-front money should be required. A decent shop, would also have enough of a clean credit history to either: A. Order stuff on terms from the supplier. B. Have enough cash flow to buy $500 worth of parts in advance. Everyone read... and understand. Please... Personally, I've seen this sort of thing happen to far too many people. In a hurry for the best price, or to support some local boy who promises the best of the best, for the cheapest possible. You get what you pay for.
Andrew Bienhaus Bring on the Cobras... she's hungry for snakemeat.
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 22, 2002 06:56 pm UTC
October 22, 2002 06:56 pm UTC
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Jon Arnett
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You've got the owner's name right?
Go visit him at home.
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 22, 2002 07:24 pm UTC
October 22, 2002 07:24 pm UTC
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Chris Wyatt
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Well I have his first name only. Is there some kind of directory I can look at that has company names with their owners names, addresses of the business, phone number of the business, etc? Even if there is a fee to use it I'll give it a shot. That way at least I'll have his full name. Tried calling them again today, still no answer.
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 23, 2002 05:19 pm UTC
October 23, 2002 05:19 pm UTC
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Mike Jackson
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Let's go pay them a visit Chris.
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 24, 2002 01:57 pm UTC
October 24, 2002 01:57 pm UTC
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Andrew Bienhaus
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Sounds like the best recourse.
If there is ANYONE there, and it's clear that they don't intend to deliver, demand a refund, or offer to wait in their reception area, until the police arrive... and then actually call the police, if they don't cough up.
Andrew Bienhaus Bring on the Cobras... she's hungry for snakemeat.
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 24, 2002 02:18 pm UTC
October 24, 2002 02:18 pm UTC
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Noah Wiles
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They gave me a great quote on an HKS turbo timer and I was going to do it after christmas, but I'm thinking that's not a good idea now.
I passed by the place last week and it didn't look like anyone was there. But it was 6:00 pm at night so I didn't think anything of it.
1997 Eagle Talon TSi - JDM 6 bolt = SOLD! 2008 Mistubishi Lancer GTS 2008 Chevy Equinox
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 24, 2002 04:43 pm UTC
October 24, 2002 04:43 pm UTC
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Paul Kruger
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I drive by that place twice a day, if you needed a few friends around for paying a visit, drop me a line... I'd honestly always wondered what that place was like, thanks for the heads up Paul
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 25, 2002 02:17 pm UTC
October 25, 2002 02:17 pm UTC
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Noah Wiles
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If you do end up going and want someone to go with you... 519-896-1513
If you get VM, leave one and it'll page me.
1997 Eagle Talon TSi - JDM 6 bolt = SOLD! 2008 Mistubishi Lancer GTS 2008 Chevy Equinox
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 26, 2002 11:29 pm UTC
October 26, 2002 11:29 pm UTC
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Mike Jackson
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Heard from Rob. Apparently he got fired from there a while ago so he can't help us out... we'll have go in.
1998 AWD 12.1@122 421whp -SOLD Duck Dodgers = EPIC FAILZ!
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 27, 2002 02:48 am UTC
October 27, 2002 02:48 am UTC
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Chris Wyatt
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Thx for the great advice Rob! When I talked to the owner and asked where Rob was he didnt say anything about him getting canned..this is only looking worse now I'll contact you this week sometime Mike, I want to try and get a hold of these f*&kers first. Thanks
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 29, 2002 09:58 pm UTC
October 29, 2002 09:58 pm UTC
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Paul Kruger
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3 in a row...(sigh) Dropped in today at around 11am, a new note (since last night anyhow) adorns the glass, "reopening Wedensday, noon" was what I could decypher. Hope it's useful. Oh, and the doors were locked...I tried just in case Paul
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 30, 2002 10:19 pm UTC
October 30, 2002 10:19 pm UTC
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Dan Jackson
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Well, did anyone go pay a visit to them? If so, what's the word on the business?
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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October 31, 2002 03:20 am UTC
October 31, 2002 03:20 am UTC
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Chris, why bother? Torch the dump. After you remove some of the stock to the value of what they owe you of course..
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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November 05, 2002 01:24 am UTC
November 05, 2002 01:24 am UTC
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Joel C. Stevens
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I heard Rob ripped imtech off and then didn't show up for work. Just what I heard.
Hey now!
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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November 05, 2002 01:30 am UTC
November 05, 2002 01:30 am UTC
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Darko Miodrag
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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November 05, 2002 10:34 pm UTC
November 05, 2002 10:34 pm UTC
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Paul Kruger
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Chris buddy, we really need to organize a few guys together here and get this sorted out. I'll stop by on my way home from work again to take a peek in the windows and see what it looks like. But they were open (presumably for buisness) last week, but the doors were closed again this week.
I could have just walked in prior, though i'd feel rather dumb getting involved in a situation I know nothing about. But obviously they're not returning phone calls, their box is full (indicates all sorts of trouble normally), we need to get it squared away before they dissapear with your cash.
My suggestion would be to get in there at some point when they're open, ask for your money back, or if they won't pony up, take something else of the same value instead (not suggesting you steal it, ask), but don't leave (and bring several guys along for the show) until you either get cash in hand, or a product of similar value to you, or for sale, that you can recoup your money. A promise is worth a fart in the wind if they dissapear tommorow.
Paul
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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November 06, 2002 01:27 am UTC
November 06, 2002 01:27 am UTC
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Rob Arpa
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Hey Chris call me at 519-820-9984.. i havent been there since i talked to u last.. I also havent had access to a comp aswell till last night.. I will either get u your $$ or get u the shocks and some $$ and install them myself in my driveway.. The asshole Owner promised me he would take care of u.. Ill explain everything when u call.. I also have over $500.00 in parts laying in his garge there.. Dont worry dude.. i Will be going up there either tommorow or the next day!!
I am really sorry .. i believd this guy was going to do some good.. and i must say to the rest of u >> DO NOT GOTO IMTECH SPORT TUNING IN GUELPH!
Chris call me ASAP ROB
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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November 06, 2002 02:03 am UTC
November 06, 2002 02:03 am UTC
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Joel C. Stevens
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I heard Rob took a bunch of stuff and then didn't come back to work. You'll have to correct me if i'm wrong, Rob. I've only heard one side of the story.
Hey now!
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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November 06, 2002 05:37 pm UTC
November 06, 2002 05:37 pm UTC
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Len Randall
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In future, dont waste your time on ***NEW*** shops....keep driving by and go to a shop that has been around for for than a year.
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Re: Imtech Sport Tuning - Guelph
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November 06, 2002 07:00 pm UTC
November 06, 2002 07:00 pm UTC
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Vince Amato
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Originally posted by Joel C. Stevens: I heard Rob took a bunch of stuff and then didn't come back to work. You'll have to correct me if i'm wrong, Rob. I've only heard one side of the story. Who are you buddy? And why do you feel the need to repeat your post? We all saw it the first time you posted. I have known ROB for a while now and I know well enough that there are 2 sided to every story. Rob doesn't sem like the guy that would rip anyone here off, or steel from an employer. You come on here with pretty heavy accusations, if you can't back them up don't spread rumors.
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