URAS NS-01 Wheels **Group Buy**

[MadScientist]

http://raretrick.com/store/images/products/7369_detail.jpg

URAS NS-01 Wheels **Group Buy**

Start: Monday, Feb. 7th.
End: Friday, March 4th.

17x 8J (+30)114.3 -5H
17x 9J (+30)114.3　-5H
17x 9.5J (+15)114.3-　5H
Chrome/ Sliver/ Black

Sorry - No 4 Lug, No Custom Offset, No Custom Color, etc..

Prices will be listed on Monday, Feb. 7th.
Special Order from Japan! (Yes, it will be a Sea Freight Order!)
Minimum of 40 Wheels (10 sets of 4)

Please, do not make any assumptions on price or shipping time... this is a Pre-Post to give everyone a heads up! This is NOT a Gauging Interest post!

Peace
Drew

[Brian]

Hopefully the prices stay at or below the URAS retail.
if so, I will order a full set or silver, 17x9.5 +15

[Equinox]

How much "work" will it take to fit the 17x9.5 +15 over stock s13 fenders? Even possible??

[Brian]

oh yeah, my friend will be in for a set for sure.

equinox - yes it's possible on stock fenders.
for instance, my frined has 17x9 +10ish on his s13. so those 2 sizes are pretty similar.
you just have to work with tire size, ride height, camber, caster.

[wanganwonder]

shpedoinkle! if i have a job by then i'm in. good call w/the heads up.

good gb too

[KOUKI KA-T]

Are all widths as "dished" as the ones in the pics? (specifically the 8" +30)

[Sil Beer S13]

I will take a full set of silver 17x9.5 +15 !!!! YES!!!

[cvc9216]

Hopefully the prices stay at or below the URAS retail.
if so, I will order a full set or silver, 17x9.5 +15

same here, except 2 17x9, 2 17x9.5

[SilviaDriver]

damn i juss bouth wheels too. always bad timing like in the past drew haha

i might be down for a PAIR

[ootranceformeroo]

if theyre at the URAS retail price that would be freakin dooope!

[jc]

Any idea on weights? Namely on the 17x9.5s. I'm a little disappointed in my DT-05Rs being so heavy.

[shiftd0wn]

17x 8J (+30)
17x 9J (+30):boink:
i'd like to know the weights as well

[slide]

those are so gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

wow.. only if i had the money for a 5 lug conversion..

[Y3llowS14]

Definetly interested in a set (4) 17x9.5 (15) in silver or in chrome when I grow balls. Keep us posted, Thanks.

[Johny5]

haha you know i'm interested from ziptied post :-*

[Stock-S13]

AHHH YEAH!!!!!!!!!!

Dude we were just talking about this BH, wtf!?

[linkwpc]

no 4 lug........ :wtc:

[420sx]

i will down for 17*9.5 +15 depending on the price. keep heads up!

[exitspeed]

I hate you 5 lug people! You suck...Nice wheels

[MadScientist]

Please, do not make any assumptions on price or shipping time...


Not being an asshole, but I said this for a reason!!

1. URAS is difficult to deal with.
[a:] this is why Rare Trick is one of very few. :bow:

2. Nomuken only wishes to sell products to known drifters in Japan!!
this is why URAS stuff is priced so low, and why its hard to get! Also, dealer discounts are minimal... if any!!

3. URAS is a small company and is NOT trying to expand and exploit themself.
[c:] this is why almost all URAS parts are Made to Order... not even URAS stocks their own parts. This drasticly adds to the shipping time!!

So.... like I said... "Not being an asshole, but..." Rare Trick is named for a reason... we only deal in hard to get products, and we have the best connections in Japan! I will never pass on a customers complaints on pass myself... we are in this biz for the Hardcore Enthusiast only, if you share our passion then you know you have to wait to be great!! URAS and Rare Trick share alot of the same ideals... sad that other dealers are only in it for the $$$!!

I just recieved pricing on the wheels... Price is by Color, not size!
If you expect prices to be the same as Yen, you need to be more informed of the shitty exchange rate (www.xe.com)!!

[B]Prices will be listed on Monday, Feb. 7th. (on the website)

Chrome - $245
Silver - $195
Black - $195

Wheels are Cast (not forged) so your looking at about 17lbs each (give or take)!!

Enjoy...
peace
Drew

[KiDyNomiTe]

What are shipping costs going to be?

[KOUKI KA-T]

Can anyone tell me if the 8" widths are flat or dished like the pics...

[Legacy]

So I know that there a long wait for these but when will payment be due? I'm interested in a full set of Chrome 17x9.5 +15 but not positive if I'm really down to do it yet.

Are the listed prices the regular non-group buy prices?

[Sil Beer S13]

Madscientist not to be rude but just about everyone in japan uses these as their wheels.

Like Bee Racing and DT-05r whatever.

So if nomuken doesnt like it then get them elsewhere.

[MadScientist]

So I know that there a long wait for these but when will payment be due? I'm interested in a full set of Chrome 17x9.5 +15 but not positive if I'm really down to do it yet.

Are the listed prices the regular non-group buy prices?

Start: Monday, Feb. 7th.
End: Friday, March 4th.

100% Payment is Due at the End of the Group Buy!!
This protects me and secures your order!

Prices will be listed on Monday, Feb. 7th. (on the website)

Chrome - $245
Silver - $195
Black - $195

This is the lowest (group buy) price possable, giving the exchange rate, discount, international shipping, customes, etc..etc...

Shipping cost in the US48... I would estimate shipping at about $35 per wheel and it can get higher depending on location, it can also go lower due to bulk... shipping will quoted when the product arrives and is packaged accordingly!!

All Sizes are Dished very similar to the Image.

NS-01, BEE*R, LM GT4, and DT-05 are similar in design. Cast Versions may actually be made by the same company, however the sizes and offsets are specific to the Dealer.
1. The Bee*R has wider spokes.
2. DT-05 is a cast version of the LM-GT4.
3. URAS has thinner spokes than Bee*R but look very similar, and are still Cheeper! (offered a Bee*R Group Buy before with no orders!!)

Difficult to deal with doesn't mean impossable to deal with!!
To some dealers its Impossable!!

PS: I wasn't trying to come across as if I was going off on you guys... just want everyone to know what they are getting into before committing to the Group Buy!!!

peace
Drew

[204_240sx]

how about shipping to canada?

[blue109]

(offered a Bee*R Group Buy before with no orders!!)


ahem ahem.....you had one order, but everyone else sucks :rant2:

i have my advans, but i just went out and asked my car and she said i need to buy her chrome shooz for valentines day....

[drfthooligan]

im in. :wiggle:

[eyustfu]

after the group buy ends, how long would the wait on the wheels take shipped to our doors?

[twisted_240]

im very interested Drew,
ill be updateing my status as the weeks go by due to other engagements.

id be down for some 17x9 +30 or 17x9.5 +15 in Silver ill decide when i know for sure ill be down for this GB.
thanks :) and i expect these to be like a 6 -whatever month wait hahaha.
URAS+shipping from Japan+Shipping to us+ receiving our money on time = LONG wait.

[420sx]

im down for the wait. just shoot an aproximation.

[MadScientist]

im down for the wait. just shoot an aproximation.

The reason most places that Import from Japan say 8 weeks (minimum)
1. Money Transfer - 3 days to 1 week
2. Made to Order - 2 to 4 weeks
3. Collection of Parts - 1 to 4 weeks, depending on processing.
4. Loading or Packing - 2 to 3 days
5. Schedule Sea Freight - this wait is unknown... basically wait for the correct boat to port, clear japan customs before loading, etc..etc.. alot of stuff we have no control over!!
6. Port in US and unload, then wait to clear customs - 1 week to 4 weeks depending on how Customs feel that day.
7. Transport to warehouse, unload, inventory, check damage, repackage, label to correct buyer, collect and schedule shipping to buyer!!

Anything can happen... Please, do not make any assumptions on shipping time...

It could take 6 weeks, but I doubt it, honestly, 8 weeks is a reasonable minimum wait.

Prices are posted!! Group Buy has Officially Started!!!
Orders are to be placed over Rare Trick website!! http://www.raretrick.com/index.asp?cat=1621&Page=1&Display=Yes&Back=Listings&ProductsID=7369 :bigok:

Minimum of 40 Wheels (10 sets of 4): Only orders placed over Rare Trick website will be counted!! Not Gauging Interest or Counting Hands!!

Peace
Drew

[S14DB]

I wanted the BeeR rims. I just didn't have any money at the time.

I'm offset impared. What would be good for my S14 with no rolling.

[nokeone]

I wanted the BeeR rims. I just didn't have any money at the time.

I'm offset impared. What would be good for my S14 with no rolling.

to be safe...17x9 +30...

but that is panzy...for s14 go with 17x9.5 +15..

roll fenders, no pulling...and some decent camber...done and done...



i'm in for 2...think my friend darren is also...brian let's coordinate shipping...maybe to my office...sometimes business addresses are cheaper to ship to then residential...

[Stock-S13]

^^
Hey think i can get in on that? Pm me for details, or talk to Bh and drop my SN/Handle he'll know who it is..

BTW think 17x9.5 +8 will fit in S13 front fenders, hahaha? S14 LCA 5 lug...

[drfthooligan]

can i get an estimate on shipping to Colton 92324. thanks.

[JiinKz]

to be safe...17x9 +30...

but that is panzy...for s14 go with 17x9.5 +15..

roll fenders, no pulling...and some decent camber...done and done...



Don't listen to Noah. He's a wanker. 17x9.5 +is perfect all around on a s14.

i'll probably jump on this too...

[nokeone]

Don't listen to Noah. He's a wanker. 17x9.5 +is perfect all around on a s14.

i'll probably jump on this too...

fuckin mo town....that's what i said...:P..

are you sayin you don't even need fender roll or camber?

[nokeone]

^^
Hey think i can get in on that? Pm me for details, or talk to Bh and drop my SN/Handle he'll know who it is..

BTW think 17x9.5 +8 will fit in S13 front fenders, hahaha? S14 LCA 5 lug...

sounds good to me..the more the merrier...:)

i've got 17x9 +15 with s14 LCAs now on my s13..so if that is +8, ok..lol..stock front fenders with hammer rolled lip...i dunno if i'd try to squeeze another 1/2 inch under there...it'd be pushin it...

[S14DB]

I wanted 8.5 +30 front and 9.5 +30 rear.

[JiinKz]

fuckin mo town....that's what i said...:P..

are you sayin you don't even need fender roll or camber?

roll yes, pull no.

camber, nothing insane.



ps. i hate you

[hendeeze]

you guys are running 9.5 up front? can you make a u-turn?

[JiinKz]

i've run 17x10 +25 (with a 20mm spacer) front and insane camber and 17x10+25 in the rear and have no problem uturning...if you dont mind rubbing the crap outta your fenders/pinchwelds/everything in the front.

[devonkyle77]

in for 2 no doubt!!

[nokeone]

you guys are running 9.5 up front? can you make a u-turn?

damn...comedian...someone sign this guy up as a writer for the late show...

now go away...



to stay on topic...

so far it looks like we might have 3 sets shipped to one address in LA...will this get us a shipping break?

[tonesdefae86]

damn such weak ass colors haha. But if i get the s14 i'm looking at i'm down most def. And if we get maybe like more than 1 person in the same area and have them shipped toghter will that save on shipping.

another question is the chrome, chrome dipped or just polished

[eyustfu]

how many plating is the chrome if dipped?

[S14DB]

another question is the chrome, chrome dipped or just polished
JDM is spray chrome not dipped.

[MadScientist]

Shipping cost in the US48... I would estimate shipping at about $35 per wheel and it can get higher depending on location, it can also go lower due to bulk... shipping will be quoted when the product arrives and is packaged accordingly!!

Also you guys are talking about shipping multiple orders to one location!!
I can only ship to the billing address of the credit card used to make the purchase. Yes this will help lower the cost.

JDM Chrome is processed more like a Powder Coating... smoother finnish than dipping and is slightly lighter (Chrome Dipping adds about 1lbs. to one wheel... not a huge weight difference).

9.5 in the front... get 20mm fenders and dont worry about eating tires & running crazy camber!
9.5 in the rear... requires a bit of rolling but nothing insaine (DIY is possable).
Fro those of you who plan on racing, drifting, etc... its better to run the same size front and rear... this helps balance grip, and makes track day a little easyer.

Please, do not bash other people for their opinions, and stay on topic.

Peace
Drew

[KiDyNomiTe]

damn such weak ass colors haha. But if i get the s14 i'm looking at i'm down most def. And if we get maybe like more than 1 person in the same area and have them shipped toghter will that save on shipping.

another question is the chrome, chrome dipped or just polished
I will buy some with this guy, possibly another set on top of that.

[Siizzzoooo]

im still debating, i might be in for my kouki

[tonesdefae86]

damn well i'm down i will be sending money out this friday i have to talk to my friends about getting it all shipped to one address

[Phoen_x_s14]

errr if my tax return can come early, I'm up for a set of 17x9 or 9.5's Also MadScientist, I hope you don't mind but I informed another forum, Southeastdrift.com about the group buy since I started a thread on there already on the Uras wheels months ago and many were interested on buying a set.

[MadScientist]

errr if my tax return can come early, I'm up for a set of 17x9 or 9.5's Also MadScientist, I hope you don't mind but I informed another forum, Southeastdrift.com about the group buy since I started a thread on there already on the Uras wheels months ago and many were interested on buying a set.

Group Buys will always do better on multiple forums... so if you guys want to post this, I dont mind. It may bring members to Zilvia and/or returning members.

Also, I am getting alot of e-mails about stuff that has been covered in this thread. Please, Read The Entire Thread First Before Asking Questions!!

Peace
Drew

[MadScientist]

Update: Two Orders Confirmed...

[redsuns3838]

just to make sure, you will wait until the end of the group by for all orders right? cuz im waiting another week or two before i put my order in, because i might have someone else ordering with me, so im waiting for him to decide if he wants to or not so we can save on shipping.

[KiDyNomiTe]

My motor decided to blow so I am not gonna be getting these wheels anymore (unless I can get a rediculously good deal on a motor), and tonsedef got a hachi.

[defSE7EN]

:coold:


im in, could i possibly order 2 at a time, the next 2 weeks in a row

2 this pay check, then 2 next paycheck? that would work right?

cant wait!

[Dr. Moreau]

if only i had the money... how hard would it be to get these wheels later on (like waaaaay after the gb in like the summer/early fall). i remember reading about them not long ago, and i love the look of deep dish, fat-five-spokes on 240's

[rupertaker1]

:coold:


im in, could i possibly order 2 at a time, the next 2 weeks in a row

2 this pay check, then 2 next paycheck? that would work right?

cant wait!

Not a problem. Just don't forget to order the other two ;)

[Stock-S13]

Hey drew ill aim you tonight to work out some details...

Any more orders pushed since the last update?

[rupertaker1]

4 sets sold so far..

[MadScientist]

Hey drew ill aim you tonight to work out some details...

Any more orders pushed since the last update?

I would rather not update on the # of orders placed because I am not limiting this Group Buy to just 40 rims (10 sets of 4)... you guys can also push this on other forums too... I know alot of people are looking for these wheels!

Dr. Moreau - your in the NOLA area so I can arrange for delivery to you. I will always have URAS available, so order whenever you like.

defSE7EN - you can order seperatly if you like but no-one will be charged till the Group Buy Ends, so if your charge info is the same I would only place one order.

redsuns3838 - as long as you place the order and have payment ready before March 5th... no worries.

Peace
Drew

[Stock-S13]

Cool well just got bakc from school and ordering mine. Was supposed to do it last night but i fell asleep, Thanks Bryant ill keep in touch.

[exitspeed]

Man if they could be 4 lug you's have another order. But I understand....great looking wheels though.

[MadScientist]

Man if they could be 4 lug you's have another order. But I understand....great looking wheels though.

Hold on... be right back... need to go pack my bags for this guilt trip!! j/k

Group Buy is looking good so far...
You guys can also push this on other forums too... I know alot of people are looking for these wheels! It will not only help the Group Buy, but could bring people to Zilvia.

Peace
Drew

[BarrigaS14]

looks as if i am down for 17x9.5" +15 for all four.

payment will be given on the 1st of march or so.

[MadScientist]

12 Days left to get in on this Group Buy!!
:bow:

Peace
Drew

[CMO]

Well I just placed my order

[Steeles]

Well I just placed my order

tard get the +15s!!!!!!!!!!!! so I can come steal them :)

[CMO]

tard get the +15s!!!!!!!!!!!! so I can come steal them :)


Chit, I still might I like the price of these wheels. :D

[Slidin240Wayz]

Hello,
I was wondering if we are able to just order a pair instead of 4? It might open up the chance for people who just dont have 900 but do have 450.

Wishing you the best,
Carlos Doria

[MadScientist]

Hello,
I was wondering if we are able to just order a pair instead of 4? It might open up the chance for people who just dont have 900 but do have 450.

Wishing you the best,
Carlos Doria

You can order however many you want. :bigok:

A few more days and this Group Buy is over!!

Peace
Drew

[BarrigaS14]

backing out...sorry 3 piece Nismo rims for $680 were too much to pass up.

[Steeles]

Chit, I still might I like the price of these wheels. :D

get two sets and I'll pay you back! lol soon as the damn cars running again

[MadScientist]

5 Days left to get in on the Group Buy!!

Peace
Drew

[Slidin240Wayz]

how many sets sold so far?

[gorgasm]

if i were to order these now, about how long would they take to get here?

[MadScientist]

Anything can happen... Please, do not make any assumptions on shipping time...

It could take 6 weeks, but I doubt it, honestly, 8 weeks is a reasonable minimum wait.

Glad everyone is paying attention and reading the entire post!

I would rather not update on the # of orders placed because I am not limiting this Group Buy to just 40 rims (10 sets of 4)... you guys can also push this on other forums too... I know alot of people are looking for these wheels!

Peace
Drew

[Stock-S13]

WOOOOOTTTT its getting close!!!

That is all.....

[bleble]

are you willing to ship to canada?

[MadScientist]

are you willing to ship to canada?

Yes, I am willing to ship products anywhere in the world as long as you are able to pay the shipping, and it is being shipped to the Billing address of your credit card!!

No, I dont know what its going to cost untill the wheels arrive in the US and are packaged accordingly. (est. $30/ wheel)

btw... its Thursday... your running out of time... hehehe...

Peace
Drew

[Andrew Bohan]

argh...perfect wheels for me...but alas! i haven't any money :(

[Knuckles]

OMG....i just saw this post...dam...oh well..will rare trick be having these rims for sale in the future?

[Slidin240Wayz]

/\ same question here

[drfthooligan]

oooh count me in last minute :bigok:

[MadScientist]

OMG....i just saw this post...dam...oh well..will rare trick be having these rims for sale in the future?

You guys should know this by now... I will always carry URAS products.

**Not an Official Update**, but...:coolugh: 6 more rims would be nice! :x:

:bow:
Peace
Drew

[RegularKouki]

i just put in my order for 4.

[hendeeze]

its the 5th? only 4-5 sets sold huh? so i am assuming no rims?

[MadScientist]

Technically no sets have been sold, because I haven't charged anyone as of yet... :doh:

I was being a nice guy and waiting untill Monday so some people had a few days to sell plasma, sperm, and/ or... themselves.

I will be chargiing for this order to Japan starting on Monday... I will not delay the process any longer than it takes me to collect payment, so hopefully everyone is ready.

I have enough orders to process as a Group Buy.
Yes, the Group Buy has Officialy Ended!!

Peace
Drew

[Stock-S13]

I have yet to be billed, I implore you please do SO! It it has been a an overwhelming burden to see a large sum of money in my account and not spend it, ha.

[s13DrOop]

hot hot hot hot hot

[MadScientist]

Wow...so far so good... I think, I finnal got everyone charged on this with out any major problems.

Sending the Invoice to Japan and transfering funds on Monday!

Overall: 12 Orders Placed , 46 rims total.

For those of you who missed the Group Buy... I will be doing this again starting April 1st (no fooling)!!

Peace
Drew

[focused]

ill be in for the next round

[MadScientist]

URAS has notified us of this tid bit of information...

"Some NS-01 available at the end of April.
(8J+30 silver and 8J+30 chrome)"

I will be calling customers in regards to changes in size or color.

Peace
Drew

[JDM S15 psi]

I'm definately in the next time around!

[Rusker]

sick wheels.. guess I'll need to get the 5lug swap soon.

[MadScientist]

URAS NS-01 Wheels Group Buy #2 is posted!!

All Customers involed in Group Buy #1 please only post in this thread so there is no mix-ups.

Update: All Funds have been Transfered to Japan and all Parts are being Collected.
Currecnt situation with URAS NS-01 Wheels... We ordered so many URAS ran out... no joke!! Rims are being produced as we speak, however some will need to be delayed till the End of April when they become available. This is also one of the reasons why we are doing this Group Buy again... and because you guys rock!!

Ending Total for Group Buy#1 - 46 Rims!!

Peace
Drew

[brokeAs240sx]

Any of you guys in the group buy running 300zx calipers (26 or 30)?

If you can confirm these wheels fit or not (when you get the wheel) that would be awesome :).

[CMO]

Any of you guys in the group buy running 300zx calipers (26 or 30)?

If you can confirm these wheels fit or not (when you get the wheel) that would be awesome :).


I'll let you know when I get mine. I'll have z32 calipers by then.

[MadScientist]

Current e-mail from Japan...
Dear Drew,

Hello.
About the URAS NS-01 wheels.
They don't have the following wheels, and they said that
available date is the middle of May. They said that this
schedule might be possibly delayed more, too.

4 - URAS NS-01 17 inches 114.3-5H 8.0J+30 Silver
2 - URAS NS-01 17 inches 114.3-5H 9.0J+30 Chrome
2 - URAS NS-01 17 inches 114.3-5H 9.5J+15 Chrome

We made back-order to URAS about these wheels.
The other wheels will arrive a few days.

Thank you

Now you know...

peace
Drew

[CMO]

That's sweet, looks like my wheels are gonna get here faster than I thought. :x:

[Stock-S13]

woot woot.. just the good news i needed!!

[mendozasport]

my luck the 2-9" and the 2-9.5" are mine and on back order,

[MadScientist]

Update:

Dear Drew,

We will be able to prepare the load at April 28.
We are waiting products of INGS. Their products will arrive at
26 or 27.
Possibly, all of the URAS products can ship this time.

Peace
Drew

[MadScientist]

Golden Week in Japan... everything is closed for about a 7-10 days.

The national holidays making up the Golden Week are:

April 29
Greenery Day (Midori no hi):
April 29 used to be the birthday of Emperor Showa, who died in the year 1989. After his death, the day was changed into a national holiday for environment and nature, since the emperor loved plants and nature. From 2007, this national holiday will be renamed Showa Day, while Greenery Day will be moved to May 4.

May 3
Constitution Day (Kenpo kinenbi):
On this day in 1947, the new post war constitution was put into effect.

May 4
"Between Day" (Kokumin no kyujitsu):
According to Japanese law, a day which falls between two national holidays is also declared a national holiday, unless the "between day" is a Sunday, in which case it will be just a regular Sunday. From 2007, Greenery Day, currently celebrated on April 29, will be moved to May 4.

May 5
Children's Day (Kodomo no hi):
The Boy's Festival (Tango no Sekku) is celebrated on this day. Families pray for the health and future success of their sons by hanging up carp streamers and displaying samurai dolls, both symbolizing strength, power and success in life. The Girl's Festival, by the way, is celebrated on March 3.

Travel activity is anicipated to peak on April 29 with people leaving the large urban centers and on May 5 in the opposite direction.
Trains, airports and sightseeing spots get very crowded during Golden Week, and accommodation in tourist areas are booked out well in advance. Foreign visitors are advised to avoid traveling to Japan during the Golden Week.

Peace
Drew

[Stock-S13]

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[CMO]

Any new updates?

[holisticbeatz]

=/

Did anyone get their wheels yet?

[MadScientist]

Wheels have left port in Japan... sorry I haven't posted the update I am waiting on the shipping company to get tracking to me... however I did notice the ship is going through the Paname Canal (not current location)... sort of odd but OK whatever. New shipping company.

I'll post tracking as it changes.

peace
Drew

[mendozasport]

still out at sea??? is it coming through Miami? through Cali?? do you have the tracking info... are we looking at 30 more days , i am really getting anxious..

[OCIS]

If anyone can't wait any longer and needs cash. Send me a PM. They must be 5 lug though.

[CMO]

All of these wheels are 5 lug

[MadScientist]

Update:

Departed Tokyo on June 2,2005
Eta: New Orleans : June 20,2005

Still has to clear Customs etc...

Peace
Drew

[240 OR DIE]

Drew do you live in nola, and do you hide under a rock?? Id love to come see those wheels

[MadScientist]

Yes, and this rock gets heavy too.
Once the wheels arrive they will be shipped out.
If there is any delay in collection I may can bring one out to show.
I have never allowed anyone at our warehouse, so I will meet with you.

:bow: Local Myth

Peace
Drew

[ryan hagen]

any news on my hlsd output?

[MadScientist]

Ryan - PM sent.

Update:
Drew,

I just contacted inland about the exact location of the cargo. It did
not depart Seattle until this morning, so we are looking at several days
to a week before it arrives. I can preclear in the next day or so it so
we will be ready to go when it arrives. The earlier notice they sent me
stated that it arrived on the 19th so I was worried about storage.
There have been rail issues due to the high volume coming in off the
West Coast.

soon minions... soon.

peace
Drew

[mendozasport]

my car is gonna be the hottest in my town when i get those wheels...hothothothothot..........

[CMO]

my car is gonna be the hottest in my town when i get those wheels...hothothothothot..........

same here but there are only 2 other s14's that are modded in my town.

[Stock-S13]

Ryan - PM sent.

Update:


soon minions... soon.

peace
Drew


y0 think they send my set from WA? Wa is closer to Ca than NOLA. Also is ther any chance of getting an address change? I'm moving soon and won't likely return there anymore.

Ha, mine are going to sit in my room until I have the funds for tires... =(

[MadScientist]

Stock-S13 - You will need to call your Credit card company with the billing address change and then inform me of the change so the card will process... at that point I will be able to ship to your new address, otherwise I can only ship to the Billing address.

Peace
Drew

[Stock-S13]

hmm seems easier to just go with protocol. Oh well, just deliver them to my old address, I'll pick them up there I suppose.

[MadScientist]

Container has landed in New Orleans @ CY (Container Yard).

I will be picking it up Tuesday July 5th.
give ma about a Day to Inventory and check for Damages and Everyone should have Tracking by Friday is all charges go well!!

New URAS NS-01 Group Buy #2 will be Posted on Tuesday July 5th.

Peace
Drew

[mendozasport]

YEAH..ALRIGHT.........wow i am so excited , cant wait ... thanks drew

[Stock-S13]

ok, so does everything check out? Perhaps some pics? Man I hope I have enough for shipping or im so fucked...

In need a job BAD and SOON!

[redsuns3838]

so will my credit card be billed automatically for shipping? correct?

[MadScientist]

OK lets try this again... I will be recieving and unloading the container Today (Friday, July 8th).

I'll post the routing info later so you guys can see the B.S. I get from the freight companies.
Also I will be trying to get everything shipped out tomorrow as well... watch the weather channel (Hurricane Dennis)... fun fun...

Peace
Drew

[MadScientist]

7 sets went out on Saturday
2 sets going out Today
1 set being held for customer.
2 sets pending payment for shipping

FedEx online shipping system went down Saturday till late Monday... its somewhat working now.

"FedEx® Ship Manager and Shipping Administration (Passkey) at fedex.com are experiencing technical difficulties at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for using FedEx® Ship Manager and Shipping Administration (Passkey) at fedex.com."

Peace
Drew

[CMO]

Their site said that I should have my wheels today then I checked today and it says that I'll have them tmrw. Oh well I don't have cash for tires anyways.

[the head]

My talis were supposed to be on there as well. Did you get them? Have they shipped yet?

[CMO]

Ok I got 2 wheels today and they look good. I hope to get the other 2 tmrw. I was surprised that 1 didn't have any scratches on it considering the box was beat up.

[Stock-S13]

BASTARD!!! Pics! I demand PICS!

Mine are stuck in Tennesse..

[shiftd0wn]

:stupid:..............

[CMO]

Here is a pic:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid177/p69e5f1669a6a4faf0778611cb3d7c8bf/f344d0bf.jpg

[bcrume]

I hella wanna see these on a car

[Stock-S13]

Here is a pic:
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid177/p69e5f1669a6a4faf0778611cb3d7c8bf/f344d0bf.jpg


More intrested in the SUNK face part, so a side shot would be better suited.

But uhh what size are those bad boys? Spokes look nice, I thought they were thiner but, hey looks good. looks marginally smaller than B5, but still b5's mmmm, I wish I had the cash to run 18's.

And to add to that, did your wheels arrive in 3 boxes? Mine are at the front desk of my old apartment building and after I tracked them all day long to find ot their are only 3 boxes, I can't make it down there today to find out. So did you get 4 boxes or 3 when all 4 wheels arrived?

[mendozasport]

i ordered 4 rims and just recieved 2 boxes...my 2 front rims... looks good just thought that i was gonna recieve all at the same time.... ohhh well i just need to wait a little longer

[CMO]

Yeah I only got 2 boxes also. I'm wondering if he only shipped out those 2 wheels to me.

[Slidin240Wayz]

BAM!!!

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/Cdoria/DSC01355.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/Cdoria/Cropped.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/Cdoria/DSC01357.jpg

[Stock-S13]

AHH BITCHES!!!!!!

I want to go down there right now, damn it!! I have to wait until sunday though!

Any more angle pics that show the sunken spokes? Dude you need Z rear!

[kognition]

Are those the 9's or the 9.5?

//////////////////////

BAM!!!

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/Cdoria/DSC01355.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/Cdoria/Cropped.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/Cdoria/DSC01357.jpg

[SilviaDriver]

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/Cdoria/DSC01357.jpg

that pic does not show how flush the wheel will really be. by doing that you are jacking up your car and giving it zero camber. but when you add tires and put it on the ground again, it will be sunken due to camber.

[llozll]

man those wheels look badass!

[revat619]

how about somebody buy my r33s so i can atleast get a pair of these! I need track wheels with a better offset!!!

[Stock-S13]

Yo bish' Ill sell you my set you my set for your R33's and somne cash.

No joke Im poor, drop me a line...

[Slidin240Wayz]

Those are the 9's in the rear. I have not opened the box of 9.5's I am awaiting my fourth rim, which is the other 9.5. I know the 9's would sink a little in the rear, but I have my front spindles attached only by the control arm bolt so the front was not an option. Once I get my last rim in, I will take pics of them on the car with some rubber on them.

[MadScientist]

Several people have mentioned that their packages were missing parts.

Every Package that left out facility was strapped in Blue Banding... The rims were packaged and Strapped in sets of two (2)... you will also notice they are numbered 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, etc... The boxes will also have an Invoice and your Order # on them.

I have contacted FedEx about the problem, and they are retracking the shipments from each facility in the route to locate the rims or the problem... products were insured and repaceable if it comes to that.

Anyone else with this problem needs to contact us ASAP.

Peace
Drew

[Slidin240Wayz]

What do you mean by strapped in blue banding? I received 3 loose boxes. Anyhoot, I am missing rim 2/4.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/Cdoria/DSC01371.jpg

Drew, I emailed you so I am awaiting an email response from you.

Carlos Doria

[mendozasport]

carlos that sucks ..i recieved all four but two of them went to my brothers house and the other two came to me....thought it was wierd, but had all four any way...now hardware....i recieved the valve thats it ...if lug nuts and center caps came with them thats what i am missing...


carlos you have the same set as mine .. what are you putting them on...mine are going an red 96' s14, nismo knockoff sides and rear and greddy front lip..my car is in the body shop, getting everything color matched , some one get picks please

[Slidin240Wayz]

I'm working on my car right now...S14. I don't think any lug nuts are missing, that is something we can take care of. As for center caps, there aren't any in the pics on the first page so I think those are not included.

Carlos Doria

Waiting for the 4th...

[holisticbeatz]

MadScientist..

I was wrong about you. Those people got their wheels as promised even though it took a long ass time. Just like you said at the beginning of the groupbuy. Anyhow, if I get some extra cash sometime in the near future, I would like to purchase a set.

[Stock-S13]

carlos that sucks ..i recieved all four but two of them went to my brothers house and the other two came to me....thought it was wierd, but had all four any way...now hardware....i recieved the valve thats it ...if lug nuts and center caps came with them thats what i am missing...


carlos you have the same set as mine .. what are you putting them on...mine are going an red 96' s14, nismo knockoff sides and rear and greddy front lip..my car is in the body shop, getting everything color matched , some one get picks please


Yours had Valve stems? Mine only had 1 attached and the others were bare... My 9.5 is missing and was the first to contact Raretrick about this.

Hey drew may I have mathcing Valve stems/caps? Its going to look odd with mix and match crap on them, anyway Im waiting until monday and hear whats what before I make any kind of commenta bout this. Pretty upset I have to make 4 trips to my old place and back though.

[SilviaDriver]

if you are missing anything it is NOT drews fault. blame the people whom package the wheels. ALL wheels come with valve stems n watever, its the people whom package teh wheels that get it wrong.

and lets say some wheels dont and needed to be ordered, wouldnt you think Drew would of said that at the beginning of the GB? but thats not the case because some of you have valve stems and some of you dont. meaning that valve stems DO come with the wheels.

and since some of you DONT have valve stems and some DO, or missing 2 out of 3 means that the packaging was wrong.

the only thing i can think of Drew doing is opening the boxes and looking for color size and shipping them out. can the valve stems be misplaced then? sure.

but dont jump anywhere as usually so its good to get info before you talk. im applying this to everybody.

[Slidin240Wayz]

Not the biggest deal to bring up. But just in case you need some...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&category=33747&item=7986079519

Carlos Doria

Waiting for the 4th...

[Legacy]

Any word if URAS will be releasing 18" in the future?

[Stock-S13]

Probobaly not, B5 and LMGT4's are for you friend.

[RegularKouki]

got mine... 17x9.5 17x9. black. theyre already on my car! too bad i dont have a digicam at the time or i would have already posted pics. jay saw them and he thinks theyre tight... or atleast thats what he said hehe. i had a little shipping damage but i dont care because i dont want to deal with whatever i have to do. but overall theyre TIGHT! thanks Drew!

[mendozasport]

take picks and have them scaned at KINKO's.......i have mine but no car to put them on(cars at body shop) or find some one with a cam

[MadScientist]

I only opened 3 Boxes... one of each color and took pics. I did notice the one had a valve stem attached the others did not, but the valve stems were taped to the bottom of the box.

Lug Nuts and Center Caps were never available.

Those of you whom are missing Rims, I understand your upset at this point... however I can only wait till FedEx does their search and gets back to me, before I can proceed further.

I hate to say it but I feel that someone at FedEx has sticky fingers!!!
So far it looks like 4 rims total missing.

Tracking route for Edgar Ham; Order # 951
Date/Time Activity Location Details
Jul 14, 2005/11:06 AM Delivered San Bernardino, CA 8:25 AM
On FedEx vehicle for delivery
RIVERSIDE, CA 6:05 AM
At local FedEx facility
RIVERSIDE, CA 4:15 AM
Departed FedEx location
BLOOMINGTON, CA
Jul 13, 2005 11:20 PM
Arrived at FedEx location
BLOOMINGTON, CA
Jul 12, 2005 9:13 AM
Departed FedEx location
MEMPHIS, TN 6:58 AM
Arrived at FedEx location
MEMPHIS, TN
Jul 11, 2005 8:40 PM
Arrived at FedEx location
SAINT ROSE, LA 6:23 PM
Picked up
SAINT ROSE, LA
Jul 8, 2005 9:41 PM
Package data transmitted to FedEx
HARAHAN, LA

Tracking route for Carlos Doria; Order# 974
Date/Time Activity Location Details
Jul 14, 2005/1:14 PM Delivered Union, NJ 8:27 AM
On FedEx vehicle for delivery
AVENEL, NJ 7:29 AM
At local FedEx facility
AVENEL, NJ
Jul 13, 2005 3:57 PM
Arrived at FedEx location
LEWISBERRY, PA
Jul 12, 2005 11:20 AM
Departed FedEx location
MEMPHIS, TN 7:01 AM
Arrived at FedEx location
MEMPHIS, TN
Jul 11, 2005 8:42 PM
Arrived at FedEx location
SAINT ROSE, LA 6:23 PM
Picked up
SAINT ROSE, LA
Jul 8, 2005 9:41 PM
Package data transmitted to FedEx
HARAHAN, LA

Tracking route for Corry Morris; Order#959
Date/Time Activity Location Details
Jul 13, 2005/3:58 PM Delivered Cartersville, GA 7:00 AM
On FedEx vehicle for delivery
NORCROSS, GA 6:46 AM
At local FedEx facility
NORCROSS, GA
Jul 12, 2005 10:20 PM
Departed FedEx location
ELLENWOOD, GA 8:22 PM
Arrived at FedEx location
ELLENWOOD, GA 9:03 AM
Departed FedEx location
MEMPHIS, TN 6:55 AM
Arrived at FedEx location
MEMPHIS, TN
Jul 11, 2005 8:39 PM
Arrived at FedEx location
SAINT ROSE, LA 6:23 PM
Picked up
SAINT ROSE, LA
Jul 8, 2005 9:41 PM
Package data transmitted to FedEx
HARAHAN, LA

Oddly enough every package was routed to MEMPHIS, TN...

SilviaDriver knows I'm not going to screw anyone over... ever!

Peace
Drew

[nlzmo400r]

Probobaly not, B5 and LMGT4's are for you friend.

dt-05Rs come in 18x9 18x10 ;)

[Philip]

My roomate Seth K-L only got three. And they were shipped to the wrong address, which was no biggie...

He is gonna contact you tomorrow Drew... just a heads up.

[SilviaDriver]

SilviaDriver knows I'm not going to screw anyone over... ever!

Peace
Drew

thats y ill continue to be here to back you up when anybody has any doubts of your trustworthiness[sp]

u needa come ot CA Drew, hit up a bar

[MadScientist]

Here is the pic I took of the 3 colors and sizes... the face is the same depth on all. As you can see the Silver has no valve stem installed, but Chrome and Black does... not sure why some were like that.

http://login.thewebadmin.com/sites/raretrick/files/dir/manu/ns-01.jpg

I never had a chance to check every box, I only opened the three you see here. They all arrived with Blue straps as you can see, and I shipped them the same way. The three I opened were taped back with the same Blue straps, and around the boxes to make as one. All the other boxes should only be taped once on top and bottom.... if it looks like it has more tape than that, your box has been opened by someone other than me, and I would deffinately like to know...

SilviaDriver - in·e·bri·ate - To make drunk; intoxicate.
To exhilarate or stupefy as if with alcohol!! :yum:

Thank you
Drew

[revat619]

got mine... 17x9.5 17x9. black. theyre already on my car! too bad i dont have a digicam at the time or i would have already posted pics. jay saw them and he thinks theyre tight... or atleast thats what he said hehe. i had a little shipping damage but i dont care because i dont want to deal with whatever i have to do. but overall theyre TIGHT! thanks Drew!


yeah man, that look nice on your car! I'd love to score a set of 17x9.5 + 15 all around in silver, if i could ever get my r33s sold! They'd make perfect track wheels to go along with my other wheels. :D

[Slidin240Wayz]

Well if you sent them out with the blue bands, mine were taken off.

[Siizzzoooo]

those chrome ones are bad ass!

[Stock-S13]

Well if you sent them out with the blue bands, mine were taken off.


Likewise, and my 9.5 box was completley torn to all hell, they almost fell out of the box when I arrived to pick them up. Suprisingly no dents or chips what so ever. My nines were taped up over 3 times, now I know why.

Ok, well i'll source my own stems but what the hell took place at this Fedex facility?

[CMO]

Well if you sent them out with the blue bands, mine were taken off.


Yeah my blue bands were taken off also. That's what made me wonder if you only shipped me the 2 rims that I got. But it looks like someone at fedex may have the wheels. I hope my other 2 show up soon.

[Slidin240Wayz]

We have ourself a dilemna...

Waiting for the 4th

Carlos

[invasian]

k i have a question... i ordered it straight of the raretrick.com site.. ordered it already but changed my order 2 times... is there a way i can find out if my order is the last one i changed it too... cuz i change the rim size and the shipping address.. i paid in visa already...

[llozll]

got mine... 17x9.5 17x9. black. theyre already on my car! too bad i dont have a digicam at the time or i would have already posted pics. jay saw them and he thinks theyre tight... or atleast thats what he said hehe. i had a little shipping damage but i dont care because i dont want to deal with whatever i have to do. but overall theyre TIGHT! thanks Drew!
so wanna see the pix of ur ride(s13 or s14?!)
get a digicam and let us see how flush ur car is(w/ those wheelz) :D

[MadScientist]

I will be calling everyone to touch base today....

invasian - your in on the 2nd Group Buy... this is the First!

Peace
Drew

[Stock-S13]

Call returned.

No dice...

[Slidin240Wayz]

No call received. new number... 908-265-2783

[bcrume]

where are the pics of them mounted on cars?

[mendozasport]

i have some ....can somebody host them, i'll e-mail them....if you look in the gallery seccion s14 its a red s14 that needs paint and fenders SUPER ROLLED, its onlythree and my girls car

[MadScientist]

OK.... progress!!
I didn't feel FedEx was hold up to thier end of the deal on finding these packages, so I have resorted to hardballing... so far so good!

Here is what you need to know...
The packages (set of 2 rims) were strapped together and tracking placed on the top box (not the lower box), and somewhere the straps were removed for unknown reasoning leaving a floater with no tracking or history.
Oddly enough some have recieved the floater...
Now for those that have not recieved the Floater... FedEx see this as a lost item and sends it to their Over Stock/ QA. After the package sits at QA and cant be mated with original they send it to a huge warehouse in Utah specifically for Over Stock... however it takes at least 7-10 days for them to recieve once it passes through the lost point location.

Utah Over stock/ QA has my number and has found one package (Corey Morris) so far. :boink: This one was lost and routed from Menphis, TN HUB... whom has yet to return my calls!
My Hardballing and calling each FedEx HUB has found one package (Carlos Doria) so far, at the Saint Rose, LA HUB :boink:

I will be out of the office later today and all day tomorow, so I will continue this on Thursday.

Peace
Drew

[Stock-S13]

=(

I saw names and didn't see mine...

[Slidin240Wayz]

Thank you Drew for locating my 4th.

[shiftd0wn]

just recieved mine. all four, valve stems included.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v149/shiftd0wn/uras%20ns01/DSC02671.jpg

[Stock-S13]

So NOW im the only one without his set. Oh great! This fucking blows.

[MadScientist]

Your not the only one still missing rims...

Jason Wadel - missing 1
Seth Keena-Levin - missing 1
Edgar Ham - was missing 1 but just found as this was being typed.
Corey Morris - was missing 2, now missing 1

Calling Fedex today file Claim because we can't exceed 15 days... this doesn't mean the search has ended. FedEx Over Stock in Utah has already called me back informing me of new found rims in transit to their location.... just waiting on whats what.

Peace
Drew

[kognition]

Well at least now you know that you cannot ship them out strapped together like that. Those straps are only meant for pallet shipping. In fact, since some people have said there have been some scratch damage, it would be best to repack the inside boxes of the next order with some protective stuffing before shipping them out to people. I noticed that those boxes look fairly cheap compared to other wheel boxes i have seen.

//////////////////////////////

Your not the only one still missing rims...

Jason Wadel - missing 1
Seth Keena-Levin - missing 1
Edgar Ham - was missing 1 but just found as this was being typed.
Corey Morris - was missing 2, now missing 1

Calling Fedex today file Claim because we can't exceed 15 days... this doesn't mean the search has ended. FedEx Over Stock in Utah has already called me back informing me of new found rims in transit to their location.... just waiting on whats what.

Peace
Drew

[mendozasport]

the boxes as i recieved mine are very strong ..in fact i think they are double wall...mine we're turn up and not straped ...the blue strap of a pair was actually inside one of them, and if you look at drew's pics of the three rims you'll see that the boxes in the background are in really good shape.....i am sorry to say that FED EX is the one that droped the ball here, the women that i went to pick up one of my pairs worned me when she called that the package was miss treated by the delivery guy in front of her , her words where " he basickly didnt give a fuck about it and complained how un comfortable it was to carry them " then DROPED them on the floor.......i imidiatly told her to open the package and check for damage but she couldnt, she is an employee at the apartment comlex and cant touch them .........i got all four and am really happy with drew and rare trick, this is not the first time i buy from them and looking to buy another set in this second group buy, i am an avad believer in drews buisness and will back him up at any cost, i just hope this serves fed ex as an example of what they are not sopposed to do

[Stock-S13]

Mine were found today.

Drew honestly i would reconsider the Fedex thing, I mean you had UPS on the invoice, but choose fedex. I think UPS would have been the viable option here.

Anyway thanks, I shall see how they turn up on monday. Hopefully not to bad, considering they went all over the place.

[MadScientist]

FedEx, UPS, DHL, etc... it doesn't matter who you use stuff still gets damaged... I was not aware that band straps were a problem with FedEx or I would have not shipped with them. Yes I had an account with UPS before but FedEx has treated us much better and they are much closer... this has been the only bad experience in 2 years. They are doing their part to resolve the situation, as am I.

I have filed claim on the current three (3) that are still missing...
If you have recieved a damaged rim and would like to file claim please do so here,( https://www.fedex.com/ClaimsOnline/go/home )

Thank you
Drew

[SilviaDriver]

Drew honestly i would reconsider the Fedex thing, I mean you had UPS on the invoice, but choose fedex. I think UPS would have been the viable option here.


it doesnt matter who ships your stuff, there is always gonna be somebody that will mistreat the packages.

i had a seat shipped to me via UPS and the box was so big the guy juss dragged it out of the van and let the bottom end fall flat to the ground w/o even bracing it. i had to go over there and tell him to please not handle the package that way, because majority of large packages going to my house are expensive items. but this mishap was the first time UPS ever did that to me.

i have also delt with DHL, and they handled my stuff very well, same for fedex.

so as you can see, it doesnt matter whom you go with. trouble is in your packages's future once it leaves your hands.

[invasian]

if anyone has pics of the wheels on thier car and needs a hosting site... i can host for u.. my e-mail is [email protected](0 is a zero)

[brokeAs240sx]

Mine were found today.

Drew honestly i would reconsider the Fedex thing, I mean you had UPS on the invoice, but choose fedex. I think UPS would have been the viable option here.

Anyway thanks, I shall see how they turn up on monday. Hopefully not to bad, considering they went all over the place.

And just to reinforce what the other guys said about no matter who you go w/... Look what happened to several of the gb packages for a turbo kit on nicoclub through UPS (partially from weak boxes, but UPS was not very careful nonetheless):

http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=126224

http://nissaninfiniticlub.net/photopost/data/500/17591video_0053.JPG

[shiftd0wn]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v149/shiftd0wn/uras%20ns01/DSC02701.jpg
my everyday ride

[CMO]

looks good what size tires are you running.

[shiftd0wn]

17x8f/9r 235/45 and 245/45
wish i had money for 18s with crazy offsets, but this is good for now.

[Stock-S13]

Any updates?

[MadScientist]

Awsome... the FedEx guy calls me everytime I make a post.

Jason Wadel - Just Found
Seth Keena-Levin - missing 1
Jeremy Sakioka - missing 1 (new)

Several have been found so the process is working just taking time for the rims to arrive in Utah @ Over Stock.

Peace
Drew

[OCIS]

I will never use FEDEX again! During the last two weeks I have spent over 2 hours on the phone with customer service. The communication between the 800 number and the local ground terminal is useless. The one box that I did get was thrashed so bad that my wheel has a 1 inch section of paint missing and another 1/2 inch section of scrathched paint.

[CMO]

Well I got my last wheel today and it looks good too. I'm glad that they all made it to me without a scratch on them. And thanks Drew for keeping me updated on the wheels.

[Stock-S13]

I will never use FEDEX again! During the last two weeks I have spent over 2 hours on the phone with customer service. The communication between the 800 number and the local ground terminal is useless. The one box that I did get was thrashed so bad that my wheel has a 1 inch section of paint missing and another 1/2 inch section of scrathched paint.

I attest to that!

OK so get this, after filing the claim with fedex and 2 weeks of on going inane phone calls they finally cam and picke dup the wheel. BUT, I called today for a progress update and it turns out they're being sent to Rare trick.

Seeing as how I filed the claim on my damaged wheel, I thought it would be sent Fedex claims service to address the matter. WRONG. EVEN Worse is that when they resolve this issue the money isn't even given to me. But it can be, if you are willing drew. It seems a document has to be signed by you.

So this is what is known: I have one lost Wheel (complete loss) addressed by Drew, another damaged wheel (complete loss) adressed by myself.

To be honest Drew I think I will just take the Insured amount and purchase other wheels. This has taken far too long, and I understand its out of your control, but I can't be dealing with this any longer. I have made several UNECCESARY trips 100 miles away from my current location to pick up or recieve wheels, or to speak with some one regarding the matter. School starts this week and Im unwilling and unable to return back. Please conatct me at TH1_RHS13 'at' Verizon.net I tried calling you and replied to an Email but to no avail. Thank you.

[MadScientist]

Back away from the keyboard, chill out, and relax a bit... no one is getting screwed here.

I called FedEx yesterday to see what the status is on the entire situation (if they found more?, what is being done?, any checks written?, etc?...) I was told they have Not found the other 2 (Seth & Edgar), and Edgar's claim is still being investigated because they sent the wrong wheel. However they have 2 checks being sent to me... I thought it was odd but now I understand why.
I will glady send you the check as it is writen to me.
Unless you wrote the e-mail yesterday I have not recieved notice, and I am sorry if I missed your call.

Peace
Drew

[D1champ]

Anyone has clear pics of the wheels on their car?

[Stock-S13]

Misintrepretated. I speak without hostility, but with concern. Im sure you're looking out for my best interest but I too must divuldge what has occured.

Thank you for promply repsonding to the thread.


Back away from the keyboard, chill out, and relax a bit... no one is getting screwed here.

I called FedEx yesterday to see what the status is on the entire situation (if they found more?, what is being done?, any checks written?, etc?...) I was told they have Not found the other 2 (Seth & Edgar), and Edgar's claim is still being investigated because they sent the wrong wheel. However they have 2 checks being sent to me... I thought it was odd but now I understand why.
I will glady send you the check as it is writen to me.
Unless you wrote the e-mail yesterday I have not recieved notice, and I am sorry if I missed your call.

Peace
Drew

[Powered by Jay]

Any 240's slap these wheels on yet? Pics please. I want to see what I missed out on. I would have bought them but I just couldn't figure out what size I wanted.

[Stock-S13]

Yeah, so I have been too busy to deal with fed-ex, or be on forums, but a while ago they sent me a check (to my old address) and then put a stop payment for the claim that I made becuase they couldn't contact you, Drew.

Now, I'm wondering if you/raretrick were directly affected by the Katrina Hurricane? If so, I hope you are okay.

But what is to be done about my two missing wheels? I could use the cash to pay for my tution that's already lapsed in payment. Thank you.

[MadScientist]

In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina we have been left temporarilly
without some of the vital resources needed to perform normal business
operation. We expect to be up and running as normal very soon as our
facility was not damaged by the hurricane. We are awaiting power to be
restored, postal service, phones, and fedex services in order to resume
normal business. We expect to have power in the next couple of days.
The Postal Services have begun the reopening of their facilities, and is
only a matter time until they reopen our area post office.

Untill then I have no information... sorry.

Peace
Drew

[Powered by Jay]

Anyone here receive theirs in black and decide they'd like to sell them? Let me know.

[OCIS]

Any updates Drew?

[OCIS]

Drew,

I see that you are still working on other deals but have yet to respond to my PM or the above post. I would really like an update.

[Chasmoore04]

Any sets left of black 17x9.5?

[NemeGuero]

I'm interested in a set as well

[kouki3015]

someone sell me a set, or if anyone group buying again, deal me in. email me at [email protected]

[Th1_rhs13]

Its Stock-s13, so whats the word guys? You guys get your sets or refunds yet? Im still missing two wheels/ refunds without a word from Drew for a while now any of you guys at a lost as I have succomb to?

[turknjd]

i am seriously interested in buying a set of these, can you let me know if it is still possible?

[MadScientist]

Its Stock-s13, so whats the word guys? You guys get your sets or refunds yet? Im still missing two wheels/ refunds without a word from Drew for a while now any of you guys at a lost as I have succomb to?

Edgar,
FedEx cut you a Check on 12-20-2005... and Found the other Rim on 12-21-2005. I sent you the Tracking information awhile back.

J Sak,
FedEx has been making attepts to inspect the damaged Rim... this is now in your hands. FedEx also cut you a Check on 1-4-2006 for the Lost Rim.

DONE!!!

Peace
Drew

[CMO]

I have a set of 17x9 +30 in black if anyone wants to buy them off me.