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Old Oct 17, 2012 | 05:37 AM
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TD Swaps, Does anyone know status?

Hi All,
I ordered a partial kit from Brian well over 2 and a half months ago and I still have yet to see anything. I understand he was having some health problems, and I am hoping his condition hasn't gotten worse, however I would really like some answers.
I am no longer getting a response from his phone or email.

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Jay
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 08:16 AM
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Thats a long time to wait for something, have they offered a refund or a reason why the delay?
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Old Oct 22, 2012 | 06:11 PM
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yikes, good luck and i hope it all works out
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Old Dec 2, 2012 | 08:27 PM
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I sent and basic inquiry today re: a swap and I got and response within a few hours...?....?

He’s advertising on craigslist in my area. Not terribly confidence inspiring....? I like the idea of a turbo diesel swap but his kit...? Now I wonder why?
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Old Dec 3, 2012 | 05:08 AM
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I apologize for not updating this thread, but I did get my kit and actually started and drove the truck a little bit for the first time last Wednesday! Woohoo!

I think TDSwaps was going through some growing pains along with some personal issues. I'm sure his response time will be much better in the future.
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Old Dec 3, 2012 | 07:52 AM
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Good to hear!! Man this year just seems to be rough in the personal section well glad to hear its all good!!
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Old Dec 3, 2012 | 08:24 PM
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As a business owner myself....life happens especially when you're a one man show.

Keep the update coming....
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Old Dec 3, 2012 | 10:29 PM
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I had some serious health issues from being disabled,supplier and equipment problems and the Sema show to deal with and I'm the only employee,besides my girlfriend that I force to weld in the nude. I like to use Craigslist because it reaches the DIY guy,who doesn't have $15,000+ for a swap. I do as much as I can to keep costs down and if I have to pay for adds,then so does my customer. I want the avg Joe to be able to swap a diesel in thier rigs for 2k and give the finger to the guys dropping $15,000+ to have somebody else do their swap.I do this as a hobby to keep from dieing of boredom from being disabled and to help out the little guy,not to make my house payment. I have been working on improving my manufacturing process and inventory so there should be less problems in the future.
Brian

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Old May 8, 2013 | 01:20 PM
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hey Brian. Please call me. I think your phone is, broken. You don't answer calls or text messages. The adapter you sold me is machined incorrectly the alignment dowels will not go in. I cannot redrill as tgis is critical and needs to be perfect. Also the 2 holes on the bottom for the w56 are not drilled and tapped. This must be one of the bad adapters you said your waterjet guy made. Again please call I dont know how else to get hold of you.
P.s. I also need the rest of the parts you said you were gonna send a few weeks ago.
Thanks Andre. Ill post pictures later
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Old May 8, 2013 | 05:45 PM
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Thats the second person now that I have heard has screwed up parts or cant get them in time guess I might go with someone else on my adapter
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Old May 8, 2013 | 06:39 PM
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I spoke to him 5 or 6 weeks ago. He was getting married that Saturday. Have sent him a couple emails since with no answer. Hope all is well and she didn't kill him of on the honey moon.
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Old May 8, 2013 | 07:44 PM
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I really am hoping the best for him. I planned a nice writeup. And will do so when he makes this right. Im in a real pinch here. I spent alot of money . Im just glad I got a spare bellhousing to mock up our I'd really be screwed
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Old May 8, 2013 | 07:52 PM
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I have a brand new late model 22re4x (larger size) surfaced flywheel drilled to om617 spec.new flywheel bolts, reconditioned om617 head prechambers, 20 injectors, tdswaps motor mounts. Pilot bearing adapter, decent lower end block.(cylinders have a bit of scratches but the car had decent compression before I took it appart) all for sale if I dont get this sorted. Im in san Diego. I spent alot! Make offer.... comon Brian dont let my dream get squashed!
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Old May 8, 2013 | 08:06 PM
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Originally Posted by drayday55
I have a brand new late model 22re4x (larger size) surfaced flywheel drilled to om617 spec.new flywheel bolts, reconditioned om617 head prechambers, 20 injectors, tdswaps motor mounts. Pilot bearing adapter, decent lower end block.(cylinders have a bit of scratches but the car had decent compression before I took it appart) all for sale if I dont get this sorted. Im in san Diego. I spent alot! Make offer.... comon Brian dont let my dream get squashed!
He had the ability to respond to a different thread I'm subscribed to this morning so stick to it!
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Old May 9, 2013 | 07:18 AM
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I will call you today and yes my phone is jacked, get my new one this afternoon. Can you email me your #
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Old May 9, 2013 | 01:21 PM
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Sent, thanks Brian.
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Old May 9, 2013 | 08:24 PM
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Tried getting ahold of him through email an calling still waiting to hear back trying to order my kit asap
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Old May 12, 2013 | 09:02 AM
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I was able to make contact with Brian through email. He is shipping a new trans adapter plate and the remainder of my parts on Monday. Ill be doing a mock up before install Ill get some photos and documentation. Anyone do this swap with crossover/ hi steer? Want to know what to expect with tie-rod/draglink clearances. No body lift
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Old May 17, 2013 | 06:16 PM
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Hey Brian, I left a few messages again. Were you able to ship my parts on Monday?
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Old May 25, 2013 | 04:26 PM
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Update people. Looks like im getting strung along like a idiot. I was told my parts were to be shipped 2 mondays ago. I atempted to contact brian the whole week and he never got back to me until out of the blue he dialed my number hung up and when I returned his call he texted back that he couldn't answere because he was at the dr. Then he wrote that he did not remember my address and that his wife was suppose to ship the parts and messed up. He said he would get to the bottom of it but he never did. I called 10 times. Texted a lot! And here I sit with an adapter I cannot use. So I wasted money on his kit. A motor that I cannot use. Money to redo the head and gasket. A flywheel and countless small items. Be warned people. His m.o. is to string you along. im sure hes sending his new batch to people who are currently paying. Being that I paid him over a year im sure im insignificant to him now and I understand he needs to keep the bills paid but this sucks! Brian I hope you see this. I have been plenty patient. I even offered more money wtf!
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