Used Fast Intentions CBE damaged during shipment

Tran905 · 06-24-2014, 05:42 PM

Just crossed the boarder to pick up my used FI exhaust purchased from a member of the forum.

As I was taking off the bubble wrap, I noticed one of the flanges were missing from the muffle can. I dig to the bottom of the box and find it completely broken off.

I'm assuming it was damaged during shipment as the pics provided by the seller everything looked good.

Can I still install the system if the flange is broken? Should or can I file a claim or anything against UPS for the damaged product?

Thanks in advance guys.

equalme · 06-24-2014, 05:44 PM

Only way a claim will be approved is if the box shows corresponding damage as well. If so, the seller will have to file the claim I believe. Should be a cheap fix though for a shop to just weld it back on.

wanker · 06-24-2014, 05:45 PM

You still need the flange. However, a muffler shop could spot weld the flange back on with minimal cost. Heck, they'd probably include it with the price of the install.

DavidZ370 · 06-24-2014, 06:01 PM

Give Tony a call, and or find a shop that can TIG weld it, shouldn't cost more then 20 bucks.

equalme · 06-24-2014, 06:25 PM

Doesn't necessarily have to be TIG but I would recommend it for a cleaner weld and less chance of splatter getting on stuff. You'd probably have to find a shop that specializes in performance parts to find TIG welding...most small exhaust shops only do MIG or stick.

DavidZ370 · 06-24-2014, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by equalme

Doesn't necessarily have to be TIG but I would recommend it for a cleaner weld and less chance of splatter getting on stuff. You'd probably have to find a shop that specializes in performance parts to find TIG welding...most small exhaust shops only do MIG or stick.

you cant mig stainless steel

equalme · 06-24-2014, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by DavidZ370

you cant mig stainless steel

Lol yes you can...

KamiSpeed · 06-24-2014, 08:09 PM

if the box has damage you can claim it through the shipping company, if not it could be something you could claim through the exhausts warranty... but overall it should be an easy fix if everything else seems ok so that you don't have to send it back and deal with a warranty

DEpointfive0 · 06-24-2014, 08:26 PM

This isn't a flange, it's a hanger. Any exhaust shop should be able to weld it for $10

Tran905 · 06-24-2014, 08:50 PM

Thanks for the input, you guys put my mind at ease.

Gonna take it to my muffler shop for install tomorrow.

I'll post up after-photos

onzedge · 06-24-2014, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by DEpointfive0

This isn't a flange, it's a hanger. Any exhaust shop should've able to weld it for $10

Tran905 · 06-25-2014, 12:29 PM

Got it welded back on at a very well known welder for $20.

Exhaust is getting installed as we speak.

DavidZ370 · 06-25-2014, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by equalme

Lol yes you can...

But but why??? The system is tigd for a reason.

Tran905 · 06-27-2014, 08:35 AM

Exhaust is on and wow, the sound is amazing especially at high rpms. Very deep and exotic. Looks even better.

There is some noticeable drone on the highway around 65mph and it's quite loud in the cabin upon acceleration around 2k rpm. I have the system with 12" resonators.

Anyone with 18" resonators can chime in and tell me their experience regarding the sound of the system? I might switch the X pipe to the 18". Would it make a big difference?

Just a TINY bit loud for my taste! (And the gf

)

MadChemist · 06-27-2014, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tran905

Exhaust is on and wow, the sound is amazing especially at high rpms. Very deep and exotic. Looks even better.

There is some noticeable drone on the highway around 65mph and it's quite loud in the cabin upon acceleration around 2k rpm. I have the system with 12" resonators.

Anyone with 18" resonators can chime in and tell me their experience regarding the sound of the system? I might switch the X pipe to the 18". Would it make a big difference?

Just a TINY bit loud for my taste! (And the gf

)

Switching out your resonators to 18" will definitely help with the loudness and a bit with the drone. Check the for sale page, 18" resonators come up every once in awhile. Also, make a post for an even trade (might be faster).

06-24-2014, 05:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
equalme Track Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Kansas City Posts: 656 Drives: RCF Rep Power: 13	Only way a claim will be approved is if the box shows corresponding damage as well. If so, the seller will have to file the claim I believe. Should be a cheap fix though for a shop to just weld it back on. onzedge, DEpointfive0 and Tran905 like this. __________________ ---Get your door handles painted---

06-24-2014, 05:45 PM	#3 (permalink)
wanker Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: San Diego Posts: 443 Drives: 2011 370Z S/T A7 Rep Power: 2901	You still need the flange. However, a muffler shop could spot weld the flange back on with minimal cost. Heck, they'd probably include it with the price of the install. Tran905 likes this. Last edited by wanker; 06-24-2014 at 09:33 PM.

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DavidZ370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: [= Posts: 1,065 Drives: 17' CWP STI Rep Power: 22	Give Tony a call, and or find a shop that can TIG weld it, shouldn't cost more then 20 bucks. Tran905 likes this.

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equalme Track Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Kansas City Posts: 656 Drives: RCF Rep Power: 13	Doesn't necessarily have to be TIG but I would recommend it for a cleaner weld and less chance of splatter getting on stuff. You'd probably have to find a shop that specializes in performance parts to find TIG welding...most small exhaust shops only do MIG or stick. __________________ ---Get your door handles painted---

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KamiSpeed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 5,888 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 25	if the box has damage you can claim it through the shipping company, if not it could be something you could claim through the exhausts warranty... but overall it should be an easy fix if everything else seems ok so that you don't have to send it back and deal with a warranty Tran905 likes this. __________________ KAMISPEED \| SHOP 370Z PERFORMANCE PARTS & MODS \| SUPPORT@KAMISPEED.COM KAMI SPEED REVIEWS \| FINANCE YOUR PARTS WITH US \| MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS PRE-ORDER DEPOSIT PROGRAM \| HKS MASTER SELLER

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DEpointfive0 Premium Member Bitches Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 14,824 Drives: a lot Rep Power: 17151	This isn't a flange, it's a hanger. Any exhaust shop should be able to weld it for $10 onzedge, cooltoy and Tran905 like this. __________________ Do YOU want to know what/where I got my username from? ( Click to show/hide ) NSFW due to language: Last edited by DEpointfive0; 06-24-2014 at 10:02 PM.

06-24-2014, 08:50 PM	#10 (permalink)
Tran905 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Niagara Falls, ON Posts: 148 Drives: 2010 370Z 40th Rep Power: 12	Thanks for the input, you guys put my mind at ease. Gonna take it to my muffler shop for install tomorrow. I'll post up after-photos onzedge likes this.

06-25-2014, 12:29 PM	#12 (permalink)
Tran905 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Niagara Falls, ON Posts: 148 Drives: 2010 370Z 40th Rep Power: 12	Got it welded back on at a very well known welder for $20. Exhaust is getting installed as we speak. cooltoy and wanker like this.

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