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Old 11-02-2020, 06:18 AM
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Hey guys/gals...well it’s been a good run here on the forum, but times have changed. I’ve been a vendor here for at least 12-13 years, but social media has changed forums. I’ll still be in here as a member, granted not as much as I just sold my C7, but I know eventually I’ll have another vette. With that said, I am NOT going out of business. I’ll still be around, but on my website, social media (Facebook and instagram) It just doesn’t make sense to be a forum vendor/sponsor anymore, at least not for me. I’d say 75-80% of my sales now are from outside the forum. It’s been a great run here, and I’ve learned a lot over the years. I truly appreciate all of you that helped our business grow, we couldn’t have done it without you guys. I’ll still be introducing new stuff, might be working on a hood soon for the C5 (still one of my favorite platforms) Anyway, just figured I’d post so people know why I’m no longer a vendor after November. Thanks again 🙏🙏
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Old 11-02-2020, 11:32 AM
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Sorry to see you leave here, Pete, but I'll keep in touch.
Old 11-02-2020, 11:42 AM
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I hate to hear that Pete. I will still check out your website from time to time. Best wishes to you always!
Old 11-02-2020, 11:44 AM
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Don't blame you when social media forums are free.
Old 11-02-2020, 12:20 PM
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Can’t blame you. It’s sad that forums are dying off compared to Facebook groups. I join groups but for actual info, nothing beats the forum.
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Old 11-02-2020, 03:56 PM
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Thanks for the years of Forum support and bringing to market a great product. I love my carbon pieces!! All the best and I will continue to watch your web site.

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Old 11-02-2020, 04:59 PM
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Take care and I'm glad your website will still be around to sell those awesome rear quarters.

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Old 11-02-2020, 05:18 PM
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Much continued success to you.
Old 11-02-2020, 06:30 PM
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Just keep us in mind because Facebook and other social media companies are going to get hammered by the government. They may not be the same in a year.
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Old 11-02-2020, 10:25 PM
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Thanks for supporting the forum as a vendor for so many years. Best of luck to you as you move on to the other platforms.
Old 11-03-2020, 09:25 PM
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Too bad, I would never know about your products if you had not been on here. Like many others, I don't do Faceplant.
This is social media, just a different format. Good luck, but hope you come back or update here often.
Old 11-03-2020, 10:22 PM
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It's weird, and sad, and puzzling. Forum usage is declining while Facebook usage is increasing, even as everyone who has been on forums complains about Facebook being vastly inferior, and half the questions on Facebook are answered with links to forum threads. And yet these trends show no sign of changing direction.
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Old 11-04-2020, 07:58 AM
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Thanks guys, remember I will still be here as a member, lol just can’t push my products. I used to come to the forum daily, now I come here maybe once a week, yet I’m on FB and IG daily.
Old 11-04-2020, 12:57 PM
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Logical decision. I got my carbon chin/skirt combo from you a long time ago, and they get compliments all the time
Looking forward to whatever else you put out.
Old 11-04-2020, 07:40 PM
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I don’t do Facebook so I guess I won’t be wide bodying my car.
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Hate to see a vendor leave especially as i don't care for Facebook style forums. Good luck though.

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Old 11-04-2020, 07:56 PM
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It's weird, and sad, and puzzling. Forum usage is declining while Facebook usage is increasing, even as everyone who has been on forums complains about Facebook being vastly inferior, and half the questions on Facebook are answered with links to forum threads. And yet these trends show no sign of changing direction.
The young guys on facebook hate this place because they're not allowed to be jerks, here.
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Are you going to have any Black Friday deals?
Do you run the same specials on your site, and FB, etc.?
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Pete, I have to say without a doubt, you've been solid as a diamond with your customer service, willingness to create new products, and flawless in customer outreach, and communication. I personally want to thank you for your steadfast devotion during your tenure as a vendor here, my C5 has certainly been enhanced greatly with your body parts. There is an infinite number of customer service oriented business's in the world, that could follow your fine example and flourish because of it.

I wish you nothing but the best in your other outlets for business. The forum will be a lesser place, without your vendor status.
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