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Jun 29, 2005 | 11:54 PM

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jnkirk1974

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From: Rockwall, Texas (Near Dallas)

Can someone explain the Samco thing to me? Is this a performance based mod or just cosmetic?

Thanks,

Jeff

Jun 30, 2005 | 12:05 AM

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drsifu1

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for us average drivers, they are purely cosmetic. anyone telling you different is just trying to fool you.

vinh

Jun 30, 2005 | 12:49 AM

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Gordgee

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Originally Posted by drsifu1

Hey Gordgee,

Pi-thon has that unique look to them that makes an engine bay stand out

It does come down to personal preference and cost. I for one am leaning towards Pi-thon locks, simply for the look, thus the reason for the GB.

Yeah, I probably would have gone with the Pi-thons purely for looks alone, but I couldn't justify their cost at the time. Maybe if you get a great G-B price....

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Originally Posted by drsifu1

By the way, back in 2003, your grounding wires were the very first mod I put on my car. How far things have come and so much money has been spent since then

Yes, you were one of the early adopters of GroundingGear™ back when I was still making them with basic custom designed tools. I've since spent $$$ on newly designed tools to ensure the best commercial quality available. And I still charge forum members about the same as back then.

And hopefully with the money I'm spending this week, it'll be GroundingGear® in the US soon, just as it is in Canada now!

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Originally Posted by jnkirk1974

Can someone explain the Samco thing to me? Is this a performance based mod or just cosmetic?

Though I doubt you'd notice the difference in performance, you're also paying for the peace of mind that SAMCO offers. Higher burst strength and superior construction mean that these hoses will last for as long as you own your car (and beyond). Those Group Buy prices are great, especially at the highest level. Remember that at this very moment, some British guy is carefully hand winding your custom hoses! I priced out the set from one of the Canadian Distributors, and they were charging about $320 CDN!!!

Jun 30, 2005 | 07:43 AM

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jnkirk1974

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From: Rockwall, Texas (Near Dallas)

On the flip side of that.....

Right now, some British guy is hand making the electronics on a Jaguar!

We all know what that means.........

(Not to completely knock the British)

Jun 30, 2005 | 09:53 AM

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irony

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I second drsifu1's comment; Gordgee was my first mod and I blame him for my continued passion...$2000 + later.....Gordgee yuh du man...

Jun 30, 2005 | 11:21 AM

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TINMAN

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From: chino hills,ca

for FI cars the engine runs extremely hot.therefore the coolant also hotter than normal.1 of many potential problems is those hoses busted out.Samco hose are better than stock because they made out of better materials and race proven.other than that,cosmetic.they do look good.

Jul 1, 2005 | 05:54 PM

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drsifu1

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the group buy has only been open for 3 days and we have 14 willing participants.

we need one more person to hit the magical 15 number and the kits will end up costing only $130.00 + shipping

hoping to get the ordering process started after the 4th of july weekend and shipment soon after.

www.yellowg35.com/samcogroupbuy.html
www.yellowg35.com/samcolist.html

vinh