flak monkey
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| posted on 19/1/06 at 10:05 PM |
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Not heard of anyone with fit problems.
GTS bodywork has a reputation of being some of the best fitting out there. Call Darren at Kit Car Builds (dont know their tel no off top of my head)
and have a word with him. Sure he will help you out.
David
Sera
http://www.motosera.com
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jeeby_man
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| posted on 19/1/06 at 10:08 PM |
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I placed my first order with GTS at the begining of november, and it eventually arrived before christmas after quite abit of chasing. To say i was a
little disapointed when i open the package was an understatement. Half the bits were missing, which i'm still waiting for.
i don't think i'll be using them again
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scoop
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| posted on 20/1/06 at 08:46 AM |
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So lets say i get my money back from Darren. Where do i get bodywork from in tangerine orange which is an inch higher to firstly match my nose cone
and wings and secondly go over my pinto engine. Suggestions please
I think im shogged.
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marktigere1
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| posted on 20/1/06 at 09:12 AM |
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Hi Scoop
I'm not getting on well at all.
Her indoors decided that we should relocate to Suffolk. We did that and found that the house we bought needed one hell of a lot of work doing. eg.
bathroom, flooring and to top it all a new boiler (not the wife but a combi).
So from starting my build to nothing in a matter of months.
Its so frustrating. I've decided on what I'm going to build, I just have no cash to do it with.
I'm determined to start this year even if the kids go without shoes (Joking)
Glad your getting on. Your chassis looked great and the welding was superb.
Must find some time to come and see you again.
Cheers
Mark
If a bolt is stuck force it.
If it breaks, it needed replacing anyway!!!
(My Dad 1991)
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NS Dev
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| posted on 20/1/06 at 09:48 AM |
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Call me a cynic, but when I was researching which "kit" of bits to buy as a starter for 10 on my build, I seriously considered GTS, and
spoke to darren about the possibility of a narrow de-dion setup to book track width which he confirmed as no problem.
After further research though, I came to the conclusion that a company that could not offer a picture of a finished car (at the time) only part built
show items, was not worth considering....................
I still have not seen a finished GTS car??????
Anybody??
Sorry folks but go and speak to Marc Norden. I know that won't help those with bodywork issues, but MNR give a service which I cannot fault at
all!!!
I ended up using Stuart Taylor bits, which are ready on time-ish and are cheap, but not all that nicely made.
If I had known about MNR at the time I bought my chassis etc they would have got the order.
Simple answer to save hassle for those who have yet to buy.......don't buy GTS!
Retro RWD is the way forward...........automotive fabrication, car restoration, sheetmetal work, engine conversion
retro car restoration and tuning
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andyharding
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| posted on 20/1/06 at 10:10 AM |
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I had fit problems with GTS bodywork. And it isn't symmetrical. I've yet to see any GTS parts that I would call good quality.
Are you a Mac user or a retard?
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ned
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| posted on 20/1/06 at 11:34 AM |
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Sounds like you need luego velocity bodywork, its an inch or two taller at the nosecone and will fit a book chassis afaik. I'm sure they can
accomodate your colour as I've seen an orange viento demo car in the past!
I nearly bought velocity bodywork but they couldn't do a bonnet without the bulge/vent and I wanted classic simple lines.
Hope this helps..
Ned.
quote:
Originally posted by scoop
So lets say i get my money back from Darren. Where do i get bodywork from in tangerine orange which is an inch higher to firstly match my nose cone
and wings and secondly go over my pinto engine. Suggestions please
I think im shogged.
beware, I've got yellow skin
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scoop
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| posted on 20/1/06 at 05:33 PM |
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Ned, thanks. Ill take some measurements from my nose cone and see what they can do.
Tried the Kitcar building company number and was told that Darren had broken down on the way to work. Went out shopping in Norwich all day, came back
and guess what . . . nothing to suggest that he had tried to return my call.
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jay taylor
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| posted on 21/1/06 at 12:19 AM |
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gts
scoop
i have just seen your problem and i am here to say i have the same problem with still not having parts from the kit i bought from darren but i have
been waiting nearly 13 months!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
is this a record do you think
i think it is the most expensive garden ornament i have ever bought ha ha ha
hopefully i will get through to him soon still trying with no success
i am even thinking about cold calling his workshop to see if this will get him to do something about it will keep you all posted
jay
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Gav
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| posted on 21/1/06 at 09:07 AM |
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Before christmas i couldnt get through to Darren other than an email.
However i rang on wednesday and he picked up the phone straight away.
If you have a problem just ring him, if he then dosnt sort it ring again and ask for a refund.
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scoop
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| posted on 21/1/06 at 09:44 AM |
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Rang his new business twice yesterday and got two bull sh*t stories from his staff as soon as they found out who i was. He didnt return either. Ive
asked for a refund now. The frustration is making be very angry. So, there will probably be a nose cone for sale on hear soon.
Jay do me favour contact Trading standards will you cos i am. They dont uaually do anything until they get about four complaints. Steve
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scotty g
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| posted on 21/1/06 at 09:45 AM |
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I phone him on the workshop number and get through to someone nearly every time, its not always Darren but whoever it is always try's to be
helpful.
My understanding (rightly or wrongly) is that they had tons of manufacturer issues last year and as a result have moved most of their production
"in house" but they are now having to try and catch up with back orders, i went to the workshop last week and it mental busy.
Not making excuses for them, just thought i'd share what i know with you guys. Cheers.
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jay taylor
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| posted on 21/1/06 at 05:40 PM |
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scoop
i am now sorting out everything i need to give to trading standards hopefully they can help us both out. i see you live in the norwich area i am in
norfolk. i will let you know how everything goes on.
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Graveytrain
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| posted on 21/1/06 at 11:18 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by scotty g
My understanding (rightly or wrongly) is that they had tons of manufacturer issues last year and as a result have moved most of their production
"in house" but they are now having to try and catch up with back orders Cheers.
Perhaps he is slow to pay the suppliers.
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jonbeedle
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| posted on 22/1/06 at 08:11 PM |
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Sounds to me like someone should send a copy of these posts to GTS. If they are aware of the fact that their customer service is rubbish and that
ultimately it will lose them more business than it has already, perhaps they will become more customer orientated. From reading previous posts, as
well as this one, it's a wonder they have any customers left. Anyone reading this is bound to be put off using them!
If there is anyone on here who knows Darren personally or who speaks to him regularly (I see there are one or two people who apparently have no touble
getting hold of him) do the guy a favour and have a word before he goes out of business, which would be a shame as his stuff is good quality.
Cheers
Jon
"Everyone is entitled to an opinion however stupid!"
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scoop
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 02:28 PM |
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Well, what can i say. Darren does actually exist (or thinking about it someone calling themselves Darren does). Took a call from him a little while
ago and he says worst case senario should be with me on Friday. Ill let you know.
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DarrenW
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 04:25 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by jonbeedle
Sounds to me like someone should send a copy of these posts to GTS. If they are aware of the fact that their customer service is rubbish and that
ultimately it will lose them more business than it has already, perhaps they will become more customer orientated. From reading previous posts, as
well as this one, it's a wonder they have any customers left. Anyone reading this is bound to be put off using them!
If there is anyone on here who knows Darren personally or who speaks to him regularly (I see there are one or two people who apparently have no touble
getting hold of him) do the guy a favour and have a word before he goes out of business, which would be a shame as his stuff is good quality.
Cheers
Jon
Interesting idea Jon but i recall a while ago that he read similar posts, concluded that everyone on this site was winging women (or words to that
effect) and has never posted since. No comment required!
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flak monkey
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 06:21 PM |
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I emailed Darren (GTS) the links last night.
David
Sera
http://www.motosera.com
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NS Dev
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 07:30 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by DarrenW
quote:
Originally posted by jonbeedle
Sounds to me like someone should send a copy of these posts to GTS. If they are aware of the fact that their customer service is rubbish and that
ultimately it will lose them more business than it has already, perhaps they will become more customer orientated. From reading previous posts, as
well as this one, it's a wonder they have any customers left. Anyone reading this is bound to be put off using them!
If there is anyone on here who knows Darren personally or who speaks to him regularly (I see there are one or two people who apparently have no touble
getting hold of him) do the guy a favour and have a word before he goes out of business, which would be a shame as his stuff is good quality.
Cheers
Jon
Interesting idea Jon but i recall a while ago that he read similar posts, concluded that everyone on this site was winging women (or words to that
effect) and has never posted since. No comment required!
....................................STRANGE, I DON'T SEE MUCH WHINGING ABOUT MNR????
Retro RWD is the way forward...........automotive fabrication, car restoration, sheetmetal work, engine conversion
retro car restoration and tuning
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DarrenW
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 07:48 PM |
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To be honest Nat you never see any whinging about any other manufacturer / supplier. Its a shame. Lesson learnt - a good engineer does not always make
a good businessman.
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NS Dev
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 08:09 PM |
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Heh heh don't I know it!!! If they did I would have a business up and running now!!
Retro RWD is the way forward...........automotive fabrication, car restoration, sheetmetal work, engine conversion
retro car restoration and tuning
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Fozzie
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 08:18 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by DarrenW
quote:
Originally posted by jonbeedle
Sounds to me like someone should send a copy of these posts to GTS. If they are aware of the fact that their customer service is rubbish and that
ultimately it will lose them more business than it has already, perhaps they will become more customer orientated. From reading previous posts, as
well as this one, it's a wonder they have any customers left. Anyone reading this is bound to be put off using them!
If there is anyone on here who knows Darren personally or who speaks to him regularly (I see there are one or two people who apparently have no touble
getting hold of him) do the guy a favour and have a word before he goes out of business, which would be a shame as his stuff is good quality.
Cheers
Jon
Interesting idea Jon but i recall a while ago that he read similar posts, concluded that everyone on this site was winging women (or words to that
effect) and has never posted since. No comment required!
I think that you may find that Darren of GTS has posted a couple of times as 'scooby-doo'... and probably as others too!.... 
Fozzie
'Racing is Life!...anything before or after is just waiting'....Steve McQueen
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Triton
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 10:47 PM |
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Pirate fetish as well i think
My Daughter has taken over production of the damn fine Triton race seats and her contact email is emmatrs@live.co.uk.
www.tritonraceseats.com
www.hairyhedgehog.com
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robinbastd
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 10:50 PM |
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But that was in the buyers feedback.
Only a dead fish swims with the tide.
http://smuttygifts.com/
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Triton
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| posted on 23/1/06 at 10:53 PM |
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And the rubber button is?????
My Daughter has taken over production of the damn fine Triton race seats and her contact email is emmatrs@live.co.uk.
www.tritonraceseats.com
www.hairyhedgehog.com
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