Jongbloed 15x8, 15x9 and 15x10 wheels
09-10-2014, 09:02 PM
#161
So saying it's industry standard makes it excusable? I call BS on that.
While Jongbloed is outsourcing the manufacture of these wheels and thus have less control over timelines they still have the same delivery issues with 3 piece forged wheels that are made in house. See a pattern here?
In the past when I have seen this type of behavior it was the early signs of financial trouble. Taking deposits and using that money to pay for past due bills is the first sign of trouble. Go over to the Porsche forums and see how many people got hung out to dry when Fikse abruptly shut their doors. They were playing the same game up until the end.
I sure hope FM does not get burned by Jongbloed. They have been a great vendor to work with. Once again I admire Keith for not dragging his customers through the ringer by taking deposits.
While Jongbloed is outsourcing the manufacture of these wheels and thus have less control over timelines they still have the same delivery issues with 3 piece forged wheels that are made in house. See a pattern here?
In the past when I have seen this type of behavior it was the early signs of financial trouble. Taking deposits and using that money to pay for past due bills is the first sign of trouble. Go over to the Porsche forums and see how many people got hung out to dry when Fikse abruptly shut their doors. They were playing the same game up until the end.
I sure hope FM does not get burned by Jongbloed. They have been a great vendor to work with. Once again I admire Keith for not dragging his customers through the ringer by taking deposits.
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09-10-2014, 10:42 PM
#162
Jongbloed has been around for a long time. Dunno their financials, but they are not here to "sell" wheels for a few months, take deposits and leave.
I guess they may, but that certainly isn't was has kept them around for years. In any case, wheels are VERY late. Having dealt with them before, I opted not to get in on GB.
I guess they may, but that certainly isn't was has kept them around for years. In any case, wheels are VERY late. Having dealt with them before, I opted not to get in on GB.
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10-06-2014, 06:22 AM
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Damn, I was going to get these... but I am pretty sure the used set of 15 x 9 6UL's I purchased are lighter than this.
Anyone know the weight of the Gen2 6UL's?
Keith
Anyone know the weight of the Gen2 6UL's?
Keith
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10-16-2014, 06:58 PM
#173
Massive price drop on Jongbloed wheels - Miata Turbo Forum - Turbo Kitten is watching you test compression.
And yes, we are giving a refund equivalent to the price difference to anyone who paid the previous price.
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