Question About FCR39 MX Carb

[ChristosFCR]

On 10/3/2017 at 9:32 PM, ohiodrz400sm said:

Keihin is a Japanese company and a subsidiarie of Honda.

 

Reviews are mixed from these Durka Durka's on the outskirts of Detroit pretending to be affiliated with Keihin.

 

 

FYI:  I am the owner and sole proprietor of the business you are talking about. I have been working with FCR carburetors since 1999, when FCR carburetors were new and I have been doing business worldwide since then.   I supply many bike builders and race-teams around the planet. My feedback is here for those in doubt:

https://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&userid=keihin-fcr

Edited December 11, 2017 by ChristosFCR

[ChristosFCR]

On 10/3/2017 at 9:49 PM, Diverdown said:

I'll do some 'snooping', place is like 2 miles from my house, never heard of em..

FYI:  I am the owner and sole proprietor of the business you are talking about,  I have been working with FCR carburetors since 1999, when FCR carburetors were new and I have been doing business worldwide since then.   I supply many bike builders and race-teams around the planet. My feedback is here for those in doubt:

https://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&userid=keihin-fcr

Edited December 11, 2017 by ChristosFCR

[ohiodrz400sm]

FYI:  I am the owner and sole proprietor of the business you are talking about. I have been working with FCR carburetors since 1999, when FCR carburetors were new and I have been doing business worldwide since then.   I supply many bike builders and race-teams around the planet. My feedback is here for those in doubt:



https://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&userid=keihin-fc

Well welcome aboard. Reviews on this site have been mixed to say the least.

Please tells us a little more about your inspection process, the origin of the carbs and your return policy

[ChristosFCR]

Just now, ohiodrz400sm said:

Well welcome aboard. Reviews on this site have been mixed to say the least.

Please tells us a little more about your inspection process, the origin of the carbs and your return policy

you can read the details of the service that the carburetors go through here:    http://www.keihin-fcr.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=67&product_id=59

My return policy is "RETURNS FOR EXCHANGE ONLY - NO REFUNDS" meaning if there is something wrong with the part I can exchange it but I do not offer refunds. The reason I dont offer refunds is because people would want to return the carburetor a month down the road after the found one somewhere else for cheaper and I also have had people return the old carburetors and trying to pull a scam.

 

[ohiodrz400sm]

you can read the details of the service that the carburetors go through here:    http://www.keihin-fcr.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=67&product_id=59
My return policy is "RETURNS FOR EXCHANGE ONLY - NO REFUNDS" meaning if there is something wrong with the part I can exchange it but I do not offer refunds. The reason I dont offer refunds is because people would want to return the carburetor a month down the road after the found one somewhere else for cheaper and I also have had people return the old carburetors and trying to pull a scam.
 

https://thumpertalk.com/index.php?/topic/910926-Keihin-fcr-www.keihin-fcr.com

https://thumpertalk.com/index.php?/topic/1184495-Is-this-website-legit?

https://thumpertalk.com/index.php?/topic/1191565-Buying-a-FCR-MX

https://thumpertalk.com/index.php?/topic/1170706-Keihin-FCR.com-review-and-tuning-question

As I said, reviews have been mixed. Some say you sold them a good carburetor, other well respected members have claimed you sold a steaming pile of shit. It's good you are a member and can now address your critics directly.

[ohiodrz400sm]

Your eBay link doesn't work and the "Inspection Process" link is for a $80 cleaning service you offer. My question is what criteria do you use to determine if a carburetor is deemed salvagable or scrap? Polishing out wear grooves on a worn carburetor body doesn't cut it chief.

[BillDirt1]

FYI:  I am the owner and sole proprietor of the business you are talking about,  I have been working with FCR carburetors since 1999, when FCR carburetors were new and I have been doing business worldwide since then.   I supply many bike builders and race-teams around the planet. My feedback is here for those in doubt:
https://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&userid=keihin-fcr

Ok good to know, you're local to me. If I need any stuff I'll look you up. I don't click on links so I'll have to PM you. Actually sending you a PM now.

[ChristosFCR]

4 minutes ago, ohiodrz400sm said:

https://thumpertalk.com/index.php?/topic/910926-Keihin-fcr-www.keihin-fcr.com

https://thumpertalk.com/index.php?/topic/1184495-Is-this-website-legit?

https://thumpertalk.com/index.php?/topic/1191565-Buying-a-FCR-MX

https://thumpertalk.com/index.php?/topic/1170706-Keihin-FCR.com-review-and-tuning-question

As I said, reviews have been mixed. Some say you sold them a good carburetor, other well respected members have claimed you sold a steaming pile of shit. It's good you are a member and can now address your critics directly.

I have seen them all, when I get to the point where people want to extort you you just have to tell them to kick rocks. 

 You also have all these "YouTube certified" mechanics that think by watching a video they can fix their motorcycles and are certified mechanics.  then turn into keyboard operators trying to slander the business. This year alone I sold 193 refurbished 39mm carburetors for the DRZ400 alone, I do my best to keep everybody happy and in a professional manner. There are just some people that are never happy,  when they don't get their way they cry on forums. 

 

 

[ChristosFCR]

8 minutes ago, ohiodrz400sm said:

Your eBay link doesn't work and the "Inspection Process" link is for a $80 cleaning service you offer. My question is what criteria do you use to determine if a carburetor is deemed salvagable or scrap? Polishing out wear grooves on a worn carburetor body doesn't cut it chief.

When I pasted the link in the message the letter "R" got cut off in the end. 

 That is the process of servicing a carburetor,  if the carburetor is junk I don't rebuild it.  And there is no way to polish out a groove. 

https://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&userid=keihin-fcr&rt=nc

Edited December 11, 2017 by ChristosFCR

[ohiodrz400sm]

When I pasted the link in the message the letter "R" got cut off in the end. 
 That is the process of servicing a carburetor,  if the carburetor is junk I don't rebuild it.  And there is no way to polish out a groove. 
https://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&userid=keihin-fcr&rt=nc

Looking at your feed back you do quite a bit of buying. Looking at your some of the sellers I see they are people that specialize in parting out bikes.
Is it fair to assume you simply flip carburetors that you purchase from eBay and other sources?

[ChristosFCR]

50 minutes ago, ohiodrz400sm said:

Looking at your feed back you do quite a bit of buying. Looking at your some of the sellers I see they are people that specialize in parting out bikes.
Is it fair to assume you simply flip carburetors that you purchase from eBay and other sources?

I do shop on ebay, I do have bikes of my own, a few cars, a boat and lots of guns. I do like scoring deals on KTM parts for my bikes and other things alos. Just because I shop on ebay doesn't mean that my purchases are carburetors. I buy bike parts, gun parts, boat parts, atv parts...... so just because I buy from people who part out bikes that doesnt mean I only buy carburetors.   Here are some screenshots below of my purchase history if that makes you happy  lol

Edited December 12, 2017 by ChristosFCR

[ohiodrz400sm]

I do shop on ebay, I do have bikes of my own, a few cars, a boat and lots of guns. I do like scoring deals on KTM parts for my bikes and other things alos. Just because I shop on ebay doesn't mean that my purchases are carburetors. I buy bike parts, gun parts, boat parts, atv parts...... so just because I buy from people who part out bikes that doesnt mean I only buy carburetors

Where did you get the 193 carburetors you sold for DRZ's this year?

Are the carburetors removable intake bell or fixed?

Did you directly copy the jetting guide from the TT store?

[ChristosFCR]

 Where I get the carburetors from is not for discussion or  information to be shared.  that is part of my business, Ive been in business since 1999 when these carburetors were new and I have a large inventory.  Asking me where I find them is like asking somebody where they dug and found gold...... nobody will tell you. 

 

I have both with and without removable airbox adapters. The jetting guide was shared to me back in the day by a customer who also showed the installation guide on drz400parts.Com (pic below)

[ohiodrz400sm]

 Where I get the carburetors from is not for discussion or  information to be shared.  

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Because they are no different than any other used carb? What do you have to hide? Are they stolen?

 

I have both with and without removable airbox adapter

Do your customers get a choice or do they they receive whatever you have in stock? I see 1 price for the used carb DRZ kit.

[ChristosFCR]

1 hour ago, ohiodrz400sm said:

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Because they are no different than any other used carb? What do you have to hide? Are they stolen?

 


Do your customers get a choice or do they they receive whatever you have in stock? I see 1 price for the used carb DRZ kit.
 

I simply responded to those that were second guessing my business, im not here to spend 2-3 hours a day chatting.  Only a thief would assume parts are stolen, you are entitled to your opinion but your cant fabricate your own facts..... What exactly are your intentions now with this ongoing messaging?? You looking to buy something?? or just have too much free time in your hands??

How my business operates is only for me to know...... unless we are partners......or you pay my bills........ you will not find out.  If you have questions regarding the product or need help fixing your carb I can assist but you, Please do not ask how I run my business because that topic is not for me and you to talk about.

[William1]

15 hours ago, ChristosFCR said:

you can read the details of the service that the carburetors go through here:    http://www.keihin-fcr.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=67&product_id=59

My return policy is "RETURNS FOR EXCHANGE ONLY - NO REFUNDS" meaning if there is something wrong with the part I can exchange it but I do not offer refunds. The reason I dont offer refunds is because people would want to return the carburetor a month down the road after the found one somewhere else for cheaper and I also have had people return the old carburetors and trying to pull a scam.

 

Nice that you joined. You do know, there have been many, many TT users who THOUGHT they were dealing the Kehin distributor and getting a new carb only to find out they did not and in some cases, got a worn out, filthy carb, not worthy of being a paper weight. They complained the 'after-sale' was non-existent.

How you can sell used parts and not provide a refund is deplorable. Why you think customer opinions and questions are not up for discussion is testament to the shady nature of the business you run.

You have a bad reputation on TT from those that are technically savvy and those that have been on TT a long time and read all the horror stories. Simple fact.

[ohiodrz400sm]

I simply responded to those that were second guessing my business, im not here to spend 2-3 hours a day chatting.  Only a thief would assume parts are stolen, you are entitled to your opinion but your cant fabricate your own facts..... What exactly are your intentions now with this ongoing messaging?? You looking to buy something?? or just have too much free time in your hands??
How my business operates is only for me to know...... unless we are partners......or you pay my bills........ you will not find out.  If you have questions regarding the product or need help fixing your carb I can assist but you, Please do not ask how I run my business because that topic is not for me and you to talk about.

You're not answering my questions.
I am a potential customer. So far you have shown nothing that changes my opinion of what I have read over the years about how you run your business.

If I order a 39mm today what will I receive? Removable bell or not? Do I get a choice?

[ChristosFCR]

9 minutes ago, ohiodrz400sm said:

 

You're not answering my questions.
I am a potential customer. So far you have shown nothing that changes my opinion of what I have read over the years about how you run your business.

If I order a 39mm today what will I receive? Removable bell or not? Do I get a choice?

I will not be conducting any business through this talk forum, this is not what I came here to do. I simply wrote a message to these in doubt. I will not bere daily to chat as I have a business.  Im sure the owners of the site would not appreciate me selling parts here.  If you have questions regarding the product feel free to call the number listed on the "contact us" page or send me a message on my website.

[ChristosFCR]

23 minutes ago, William1 said:

Nice that you joined. You do know, there have been many, many TT users who THOUGHT they were dealing the Kehin distributor and getting a new carb only to find out they did not and in some cases, got a worn out, filthy carb, not worthy of being a paper weight. They complained the 'after-sale' was non-existent.

How you can sell used parts and not provide a refund is deplorable. Why you think customer opinions and questions are not up for discussion is testament to the shady nature of the business you run.

You have a bad reputation on TT from those that are technically savvy and those that have been on TT a long time and read all the horror stories. Simple fact.

William,   I am a Keihin dealer and sell both new and refurbished carburetors. I also custom build sets for bikes with spacing not offered and also drift cars that use FCR carburetors.  Based on experience and situations that have dealt with my business I need to set rules, policies, terms and conditions for my business.  About those who thought they bought new carb for $500..... lets be real now, the new carburetors have pink hoses and do not come with adapters mounted or throttle cables.  There are 2 tabs on the website one is "NEW CARBURETORS" and the other "REFURBISHED CARBURETORS", it is pretty clear what you are buying when you are on the site. So the persro who said I tricked them is full of it.

 

 

Why no refunds?? for the same reason that TT charges the 20% restocking fee.  Every carb is built to order once ordered(special order) so If you decide you want to buy something that means you want it and there is no reason to return it for a refund.  I have spent time and money making the order and that passed time cant be reversed.  I do not sell bad parts nor do I have any intention on selling a bad part, if something is not right with the part I will gladly exchange it with in 14 days and this is listed in my "TERMS & CONDITIONS" of the site that someone has to agree before placing an order.   I would say charging a customer 20% restocking fee to accept the return is deplorable. In my case with the TT return policy I would refund the buyer $400 on the $500 they paid. The re-stock fee is the most UN-proffessional move a business can have.  

Just like on the TT site,  it writes on the first line "ATTENTION: PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS WEB SITE. USING THIS WEB SITE INDICATES THAT YOU ACCEPT THESE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THESE TERMS ("TERMS"), DO NOT USE THIS WEB SITE.

 

 

Nothing is hidden or deceptive on the site.  I have served thousands of people with carburetors since 1999 around the planet,  I do my best and keep everyone happy.  Like every business there are some customers that cant be pleased. It happens to the best of us. Not to hold this against you but If you look online ThumperTalk also has bad reviews. Go look on bizrate.com  and you will see that TT has 6% negative reviews in the past 3 months and 4% negative in the 1 month. Again this is example and not to pick a bone with you, it happens to best us.

http://www.bizrate.com/reviews/thumpertalk/114768/

 

https://www.yelp.com/biz/thumpertalk-las-vegas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[William1]

Now, I do not work for TT or am I paid to moderate. I am merely a knowledgeable enthusiast. Bizrate has 28 reviews for TT. TT has been around since 1999, possibly before that. Which equates to 1.5 reviews per year. I think they get a few more customers than that. An hour.

I suggest potential buyers search TT for threads regarding 'rating' of Keihin-FCR.com. Some will be good. Some will be nightmares. It is luck of the draw. A person buying parts from a company that utilizes a corporate name in their own name knows perfectly well that fools people into thinking the company is part of 'the parent', Keihin. Additionally, when buying from a company that purports to be so high standards should never sell worn out parts and then refuse to make good on the sale when a substandard part is sold.

There is no place on this page that tells the buyer it is a used carb: http://www.keihin-fcr.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=55

I cannot speak for TT's business policies because as I said, I do not work for them. You should contact the owner, @Bryan Bosch You would not explain yours even though you own the company.

Your policy offers no refunds. Period.:

http://www.keihin-fcr.com/index.php?route=information/information&information_id=5

TFor those that want to read TT's policy:

https://thumpertalk.com/shop/Shipping-and-Returns-31.html

TT welcomes business owners such as yourself to help customers who have done business with them. Unfortunately, it is because the customer feels they did not get treated fairly (most tech posts are about people with problems and not raves about how great things are, making it appear skewed). Most of the time, the company has resolved the customers problem. Some of the companies have gone above and beyond 'policy' to make a customer happy. Some even actively participate helping people solve problems. It is sad that (I've been on TT since 2006) you never have been here until now. Think of all the disappointed people you could of helped.