Ellesedil Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Folks, today was almost a day where I could have added some potentially major drama to bust up the monotony of the last 3 weeks. On my way in to work travelling at ~60 MPH, the Camaro in front of me suddenly veered hard to the right. Before I even had time to react or see why, I caught a glimpse of something black zip under my car and heard a resounding 'clang' as it connected with the skid plate, then the sound of it dragging as I slowed down. I pulled over and inspected the car - no damage to the bumper cover whatsoever and other than a healthy gouge and small dent in the skid plate, no sign than anything happened. Had I not upgraded to the Primitive plate (3/16"), I could have possibly destroyed better than $2500 worth of goodies. Primitive Racing FTW!!! This should be Primitive's new marketing pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted May 16, 2016 Author Share Posted May 16, 2016 Wow! The potential for heart stopping drama was strong with this one. You should send that pic into Primitive, along with a pic of the gouge/dent. Fully agree! I just sent Paul (owner of Primitive) a note on this along with a link to my post. He absolutely deserves a shout-out! VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cww516 Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 You know, I think I might need to get around to ordering one of those. Gotta have something to set all those uninstalled parts on in the garage... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebourne Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 wow! Man, I gotta order mine... pic thread build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zee199969 Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 wow! Man, I gotta order mine... I'm not sure how important it is in the non-bottom mount turbo subies, but in the 5th gen and 15+ WRX, and others with bottom mount turbos, it should be a mandatory mod My "Build" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebourne Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 I'm not sure how important it is in the non-bottom mount turbo subies, but in the 5th gen and 15+ WRX, and others with bottom mount turbos, it should be a mandatory mod True, but I have one of these, and I'm rather fond of it: http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=225085&stc=1&d=1455930030 It's not $2500 in parts, but it's still a cool piece, and it's been Swaintech coated, so I'd like to keep it pretty. I know I need the plate, I just keep forgetting about it since it's outta sight, outta mind. Jackal's story a great reminder that shi*t happens. Some witty phrase would be appropriate here, like: It's not about luck, it's about preparation. pic thread build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Just saw Jackal's post on the Primitive FB page. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted May 16, 2016 Author Share Posted May 16, 2016 Just saw Jackal's post on the Primitive FB page. Wow, he didn't waste any time posting that! When I e-mailed him my kudos, he responded back asking if he could use my posting and I said 'absolutely - I want to share my positive experience.' It's refreshing that sometimes good news can travel as quickly as bad. We need more of that... VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellesedil Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Looks like he took some creative license at the very end of the post. Good thing your up-pipe is protected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted May 16, 2016 Author Share Posted May 16, 2016 Wow, he didn't waste any time posting that! When I e-mailed him my kudos, he responded back asking if he could use my posting and I said 'absolutely - I want to share my positive experience.' It's refreshing that sometimes good news can travel as quickly as bad. We need more of that... Edit: I just visited the page and read his post - I see he may have taken a small liberty with my quote as he uses the terms 'upgraded turbo, uppipe, etc.' Silly uppipes and their inhibition of fast spool VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandborn Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 He should offer a group buy for all the newbies... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisCrash Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 He should offer a group buy for all the newbies... Im pretty sure we can get 5 people together, I know of two others besides myself who are looking to get one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBPeik Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 I might be down as well My someday I will be done with it thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted May 17, 2016 Author Share Posted May 17, 2016 (edited) If you guys want to make a list of names, I'd be glad to act as a go-between just to contact him and see if he's willing to offer a GB discount. I know when I called him for mine a few weeks ago he indicated he would be increasing pricing soon because he's held it steady for quite awhile and raw material costs have gone up. Note that there are some different options in terms of cutouts that he offers on the bottom. I personally went with no cutouts to offer maximum protection, but the downside is that I have to take the plate off when I want to change oil. It's 3 bolts and comes off in about a minute though so I don't have any qualms about that. Besides, it means I can admire my non-damaged turbo and header that much more clearly every time I'm down there Edit: I decided to just e-mail him and ask anyway. Doesn't hurt to know and that way if he won't do it, you guys don't have to waste time making a list. I'll post back as soon as I hear from him. Edited May 17, 2016 by jackal8788 VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisCrash Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 You're the man Jackal! If he comes up with a minimum required for him to sell I'll be happy to do the legwork of starting the group buy thread and all the followup's etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sm00veM00ve Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Definitely would be down for this, I've been eyeing it for a while just no funds to pull the trigger yet. If this could happen in a month or so that would be great haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted May 17, 2016 Author Share Posted May 17, 2016 (edited) You're the man Jackal! If he comes up with a minimum required for him to sell I'll be happy to do the legwork of starting the group buy thread and all the followup's etc... Thanks Chris! Below is the exact response back from Paul and he does indicate that the point man (or woman) will receive a little extra discount for their effort. Since you volunteered, I'm glad to pass over the reigns to you on starting the thread, communicating with Paul, etc. His response with pricing below: Hi Joe, I do very occasionally do GROUP BUYS, under these parameters: I deal with ONE PERSON who orders the group of plates. For each plate I get: year/model/engine/trans + any mods like UP-PIPES, OIL PANS, etc that could affect fitment. Also if they want 1/8" or 3/16" (no other options available, nothing custom) and each person's NAME/ADDRESS/PHONE and if they want a rear diff cover added or not. I make a quote with shipping to each individual recipient. That same one person collects the money and then makes a single payment to me at the time of the order. I give that one person an additional $30 off their personal skidplate. Minimum of 3 frt skidplates. Pricing: 3-5 plates 1/8" $179 3/16" $219 + shipping 6-9 plates 1/8" $169 3/16" $209 + shipping Rear diff cover, 3/16" +$89 with any front plate (+ shipping). Pe Edited May 18, 2016 by jackal8788 VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBPeik Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Very nice. Thanks for the effort Jackal. I am in for sure. Need to protect the 20G and my new DP My someday I will be done with it thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Please be careful how you guys handle this GB effort on the forum. We have rules here to protect our forum vendors who pay for vendor status here. You may want to send a PM to SBT to get his take on it. He also has the current list of approved vendors. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisCrash Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 (edited) Awesome news, let me pass this by the powers that be on this site and I'll get a thread up asap! Edit: For all those interested, I've reached out to SBT to get his ideas/blessing. if you are interested please just shoot me a PM indicating you're interested. please dont shoot me any personal info or questions. If approved I'll start a thread and everything will be done out in the open in one place so its easy to follow. I will also find out if this will only be for 5th gens or for all models so we can include others as well. Edited May 17, 2016 by ChrisCrash Addl Info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellesedil Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Jackal, what size plate thickness do you have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackal8788 Posted May 17, 2016 Author Share Posted May 17, 2016 Jackal, what size plate thickness do you have? Running the 3/16" sir. VF54 to 20G to VF54 to 18G build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jojorios Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 3/16 is the only way to go. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N915A using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellesedil Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Cool. Not to continue the thread hijack or anything, but I'm in if the GB gets off the ground. No shipping for me, either. Primitive Racing is less than 2 miles away from my work's office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisCrash Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 I've already got enough interest for the first round of pricing, one more and we're in the second tier. Just waiting to hear back from SBT but from previous conversations with him I think we're good. Either way I'll be doing it and quickly. Jackal thanks again and sorry for jacking the thread, once it gets going maybe the mods can remove these posts since they're irrelevant or move them to the new thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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