A not so successful Berk Exhaust install...

SoCal 370Z · 03-14-2010, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Well it's not like it is only one issue. Did you see this album yet?

Nissan 370Z Forum - g96818's Album: Failed Berks CBE Install!

Since Berk is a vendor here, I would like to hear their side—good or bad. There are so few 370Z aftermarket vendors that I really want to give Berk a chance at explaining what has happened.

370Zsteve · 03-14-2010, 01:29 PM

Does the Xpipe look bent here? This is from g96818's album

Trips · 03-14-2010, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

Since Berk is a vendor here, I would like to hear their side—good or bad. There are so few 370Z aftermarket vendors that I really want to give Berk a chance at explaining what has happened.

370Zsteve · 03-14-2010, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

Since Berk is a vendor here, I would like to hear their side—good or bad. There are so few 370Z aftermarket vendors that I really want to give Berk a chance at explaining what has happened.

Yup it sucks for them that this is happening when they are closed for the weekend.

ejrives · 03-14-2010, 01:32 PM

I just emailed them yesterday about purchasing this exhaust, not sure anymore.Prolly go with FI now

m4a1mustang · 03-14-2010, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ejrives

I just emailed them yesterday about purchasing this exhaust, not sure anymore.Prolly go with FI now

Can't go wrong there. Hope no one jumps on me for this, but I think FI is one of the only, if not the only, exhaust builders that doesn't outsource production. They do everything in house and to order, so there are NEVER any fitment/quality issues.

ejrives · 03-14-2010, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Can't go wrong there. Hope no one jumps on me for this, but I think FI is one of the only, if not the only, exhaust builders that doesn't outsource production. They do everything in house and to order, so there are NEVER any fitment/quality issues.

heh, I just watched your youtube video to check out the FI

m4a1mustang · 03-14-2010, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ejrives

heh, I just watched your youtube video to check out the FI

I wish I could go out and get some external clips... I really love it, perfect sound and the 18" CBE is just loud enough for a daily driver, IMO. I had ZCarMan drive it for me a few weeks ago so I could listen and it's amazing.

kdoske · 03-14-2010, 01:53 PM

Even after reading all this I still want some berk exhaust. They sound so bad @ss. Unless someone posts some detrimental Dyno's I will still want them. Wish I didn't have so much debt to pay off right now.

spearfish25 · 03-14-2010, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Does the Xpipe look bent here? This is from g96818's album

I've never seen the complete exhaust, but I think you're ok Steve. It would take some significant damage to bend that X-pipe, and you'd certainly see a ding or scratches. The way the right-side resonator bends back outwards makes me think it looks 'by design'.

spearfish25 · 03-14-2010, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

That's what I'm thinking. If it's something directly related to the transaction (i.e. wrong part, no delivery, etc) then you could dispute the charge. But if you had a botched install I don't think you can dispute over something like that. Like you said, it's something that you'll have to work out with the seller.

Even if the parts are damaged, I think because they were delivered, you're credit card company will want you to try to work it out with the seller before you file a dispute...

Well, you can finesse it any way you like. Dispute $90 and say it's the original shipping charge. I have yet to have a credit card company not honor a dispute I've made.

Hopefully all of this is moot and Berk just overnights the correct part and reimburses JB's $90. That's the 'right' thing to so in this situation. Poor JB!

m4a1mustang · 03-14-2010, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by spearfish25

Well, you can finesse it any way you like. Dispute $90 and say it's the original shipping charge. I have yet to have a credit card company not honor a dispute I've made.

Hopefully all of this is moot and Berk just overnights the correct part and reimburses JB's $90. That's the 'right' thing to so in this situation. Poor JB!

That is the right thing to do.

The BlueMax · 03-14-2010, 03:59 PM

I called Berk Sat. and he said they have a 6 week waiting list maybe 7. I was leaning a little towards them and then these little quality and packaging issues appear. I think FI is about 5-6 week out for a delivered system too. That leaves Invidia, there is one installed response posting that seems favorible.
It's design is similar to Berks also. I have found it priced for a little as 739.00 on e-bay and amazon. The Berk rep. told me 900.00 now or 1,200 when their next batch is closer to shipping. Invidia is known for their exhaust work on Toyota Superas.

m4a1mustang · 03-14-2010, 04:02 PM

Don't base your decision on when you can get the system... you should get the one that you're going to enjoy the most. A 5-6-7 week wait is not that long at all.

The BlueMax · 03-14-2010, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Don't base your decision on when you can get the system... you should get the one that you're going to enjoy the most. A 5-6-7 week wait is not that long at all.

I know I'm trying, but after reading another favorible review on the Invidia Gimini with and without the HFC its looking better. I'm trying to talk myself into the HFC now but not sure which one or where to get them yet.

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kdoske Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Louisiana Posts: 541 Drives: 800whp Unicorn FI Z Rep Power: 17	Even after reading all this I still want some berk exhaust. They sound so bad @ss. Unless someone posts some detrimental Dyno's I will still want them. Wish I didn't have so much debt to pay off right now.

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The BlueMax Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Louisville Posts: 337 Drives: 09 370/97 T/A 01 ZRX Rep Power: 26	I called Berk Sat. and he said they have a 6 week waiting list maybe 7. I was leaning a little towards them and then these little quality and packaging issues appear. I think FI is about 5-6 week out for a delivered system too. That leaves Invidia, there is one installed response posting that seems favorible. It's design is similar to Berks also. I have found it priced for a little as 739.00 on e-bay and amazon. The Berk rep. told me 900.00 now or 1,200 when their next batch is closer to shipping. Invidia is known for their exhaust work on Toyota Superas.