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Old Sep 12, 2002 | 11:50 AM
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Default New Performance Ideas????

We are looking for new ideas and products to carry in the future and any sugestions would be great!
There are tons of new stuff availible in our new catalog due out very soon.!!!

But we are always trying to stay in tune with what the customer is looking for!!!

So send your ideas.

Your input counts! !

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Old Sep 12, 2002 | 12:33 PM
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John, how about a C-5 rear fascia with an integral, yet subtle spoiler, and a good fit "out of the box"? (one that also fits the stock and stock replacement exhaust systems)
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Old Sep 12, 2002 | 01:00 PM
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Didn't you just do one of these post 2 weeks ago? :confused:
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Old Sep 12, 2002 | 01:34 PM
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I should have posted on the Perf. forum as well as the general one.
But now I did!
John
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Old Sep 12, 2002 | 02:24 PM
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Default Re: New Performance Ideas???? (john@ecklers)

We are looking for new ideas and products to carry in the future and any sugestions would be great!
There are tons of new stuff availible in our new catalog due out very soon.!!!

But we are always trying to stay in tune with what the customer is looking for!!!

So send your ideas.

Your input counts! !

:flag
Well, if you can be competitive on your pricing, include more actual performance parts.
How about a Special section in each catalog that does actual dyno testing of certain parts? Why advertise something as being +8rwhp when nothing has been tested? Test it and prove the results and I would be more inclined to buy. I don't listen to rubish anymore, thanks to this forum.
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Old Sep 12, 2002 | 03:41 PM
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how about a foldable canvass top you can drive "under 60mph" with insted of just for parking with ypu have it for the c4 why not c5??? :cry
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Old Sep 12, 2002 | 04:15 PM
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Default c 4 convertible seat hoops

hi john..

i have an '02 coupe and a '90 convertible. i notice various vendors have seat hoops..ie...fake roll bars...for the c5 convertible, but no one has the same for the c4 convertible. i think they look very cool whether they are functional or not. it seems to me this has been an overlooked feature many c4 convertible or coupe owners might like to have. i hope you guys will look into this add on. otherwise, i will have to fashion my own attached to a cross bar bolted into the hard top side attachment brackets.

thanks for listening

richard lane
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 08:40 AM
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How about front brake cooling ducts that extend from where GM left off. Right now DRM is the only supplier for a rediculously overpriced piece of plastic!

Now, of course, I get a set for free if you do start to sell them.
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 10:17 AM
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John, instead of tapping into our forum for Ideas. Why dont you guys become Forum Vendors and cut us deals with all of your merchandise??? We will be very happy to give you our opinions on what we want if you were to do that. ;)


You can help out the Forum and the members at the same time!! :eek:

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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 03:34 PM
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It is my hope that by tapping your ideas and requests I can provide the parts you are looking for and create a closer relationship between us as a company and you as the enthusiast.
John :cool:
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 05:37 PM
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John, we could be a whole lot better customers if you were a Forum Vendor. No pressure here... just thinking that it would be better for us all. :yesnod:

Have a great Day!! (on my birthday that is!! ) ;)

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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 08:49 PM
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earn our business by becoming a forum vendor
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 09:07 PM
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There is a lot of interest the that black painted lower rear facia area. I would like to see a "static cling" black piece to go there. Like the blackout cling stuff but the size of the whole lower rear facia area.

Also Black Chrome lettering kits.
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 11:47 PM
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Default Re: New Performance Ideas???? (vetterdstr)

Thanks for looking out for us guys.

Ecklers does buy banners from us. They aren't currently the type of supporting vendor that sells items directly in the forums, but they do help to support us and keep this all free.

I'm happy to see them ask for feedback on what we actually want. It works out better for everyone that way.
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 11:57 PM
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Thanks for looking out for us guys.

Ecklers does buy banners from us. They aren't currently the type of supporting vendor that sells items directly in the forums, but they do help to support us and keep this all free.

I'm happy to see them ask for feedback on what we actually want. It works out better for everyone that way.
I agree Troy. :yesnod:

Robert :)
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Old Sep 14, 2002 | 01:52 AM
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Thanks for looking out for us guys.

Ecklers does buy banners from us. They aren't currently the type of supporting vendor that sells items directly in the forums, but they do help to support us and keep this all free.

I'm happy to see them ask for feedback on what we actually want. It works out better for everyone that way.
Ok with me. :)

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Old Sep 14, 2002 | 04:27 PM
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How about OEM style interior parts in different colors such as; red Z06 door panels and glove box etc.
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Old Sep 16, 2002 | 10:02 AM
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Any of you guys & girls that would like to call me direct ?1-800-327-4868 ext 428 I will get you guys the best deal possible.
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Old Sep 16, 2002 | 10:09 AM
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I still haven't seen an aftermarket hood to die for.
How about a fan kit for the supercharger and turbo guys?
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Old Sep 16, 2002 | 11:22 AM
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Sounds good John, I will save that number and call when I need something. :) Thanks again for being such a good guy about this! :yesnod:

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