Berk Cat-Back Exhaust GB #2!!!

Rob@BerkTech · 08-04-2010, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Dembflyr

What you are saying is that I was given bad information on Monday when I called to cancel my order.
I was told that the pipes are in and they will be shipping in ONE day. That screams of telling me something that is not entirely true just to get me to stay.

And is this David? If so, I spoke to you personally and I recall having no problems issuing you out a refund but when you heard it would be about another week before it'd ship out you were OK with waiting.

Just want to clear the facts that it wasn't your particular order that was shipping out in ONE day, but rather those ahead of you in line.

RedlineZ · 08-04-2010, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob@BerkTech

Yes we did receive all the sub assemblies on Monday and we had every intention of getting them out by yesterday. However we weren't able to get our hands on the 370Z that was promised to us. We had to drive out today to borrow one from a friend in order to do the test fitting.

It came down to shipping out exhausts that weren't test fitted and that's just not a compromise we are willing to do.

I apologize if it came off to you as something that wasn't entirely true and we should have contacted you to let you know. Just please understand we are just as overwhelmed as you can possibly think with what's going on, and we hate it much more that you guys are upset. We aren't in the business of making customers unhappy, it's common sense that unhappy customers = no customers. Nothing we do is intentional, we do our best to do what we can to keep you guys happy. Unfortunately other broken promises that were beyond our control sets us back and rather than ship you something that we're not comfortable with, we'd rather wait an extra day to get it on a car and be 100% happy.

And just for the record, we have no problems issuing out refunds for those that do not want to wait. We know how frustrating this can be and we want to do what's right. But we can comfortably say we are finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel!

Hey guys, it's zee (some of you may know me... made a couple of posts including a video at streets, if you want to hear the sound of the car).

Bryan from Berk just came by to pick up my 370Z for fitting (I'm the friend mentioned above

). I've been running about with an early test system and have absolutely no complaints about the fit, sound, and performance, so using one of the long-term test vehicles again should ensure you get a top quality exhaust from Berk.

I couldn't get down to OC (I'm in Yucaipa), so he made the 75 mile trek my way to pick up the car. That's pretty cool of them, IMHO.

So, just an FYI folks, my car is in their capable hands now and the ball is WELL rolling. They'll have it for a few days to make sure everything is perfect for ya.

Thanks, z

RedlineZ · 08-04-2010, 05:59 PM

BTW, here is the video from streets. Try to screen out the wind and rattling noises from the camera mount (poor set up), and you'll hear how great this exhaust sounds even from the inside with the windows down at 30 to 120 mph.

These guys are working hard to keep you happy, and REALLY care about their customers. Glitches and hiccups happen to all of us, but it's how we respond that counts!

p.s. - skip ahead to the 6 minute mark to see how the CBE helps you run with Z06s... which are quick little cars (I used to own one!).

Rob@BerkTech · 08-04-2010, 06:14 PM

Thanks for the support Zee - and yes many many many thanks for lending us the car. We're cranking away to get these exhausts out!

zZSoCalZz · 08-04-2010, 06:19 PM

Tagging along. Not for the drama but I sincerely like Berk CBE and how it sounds. I would like to order one in the near future.

Dembflyr · 08-04-2010, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob@BerkTech

And is this David? If so, I spoke to you personally and I recall having no problems issuing you out a refund but when you heard it would be about another week before it'd ship out you were OK with waiting.

Just want to clear the facts that it wasn't your particular order that was shipping out in ONE day, but rather those ahead of you in line.

Just for the record I never for one minute assumed that mine was going to be shipped out in one day. I know that I am one of the bottom guys. It was just that I was given a date for the first ones to be shipped and then there were to be 4-5 a day after that and that date was again missed.

I will say that I am very pleased to see you guys have a presence on here again. Thank you for the responses to my questions.

Rob@BerkTech · 08-04-2010, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Dembflyr

Just for the record I never for one minute assumed that mine was going to be shipped out in one day. I know that I am one of the bottom guys. It was just that I was given a date for the first ones to be shipped and then there were to be 4-5 a day after that and that date was again missed.

I will say that I am very pleased to see you guys have a presence on here again. Thank you for the responses to my questions.

It's cool, just want to make sure we're all on the same page from here on out and being proactive in letting you guys know what's going on.

We have the first one up on the car and trying our very dying best to get one out by today. Will keep you guys updated. The great news is once this first one is solidified the rest will be streaming off the production line very quickly. We anticipate to fulfill all the pre-orders by end of next week and will have some extras for immediate shipping for new customers.

Matt · 08-04-2010, 07:36 PM

So, with all the issues that have been cleared up, is there anything that the owners of the original Berk CBE assembly should be concerned about?

Justin1686 · 08-04-2010, 07:36 PM

wow, I gotta say, having someone on here posting from Berk is great. If i send you a PM with my personal info, is it possible to get an eventual ETA on mine as the list continues to get smaller? I ordered about 3 months ago

Rob@BerkTech · 08-04-2010, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Justin1686

wow, I gotta say, having someone on here posting from Berk is great. If i send you a PM with my personal info, is it possible to get an eventual ETA on mine as the list continues to get smaller? I ordered about 3 months ago

Sure can, shoot me over a PM and I'll be in contact with you with updates on the status of your piece.

370degreesNY · 08-04-2010, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Justin1686

wow, I gotta say, having someone on here posting from Berk is great. If i send you a PM with my personal info, is it possible to get an eventual ETA on mine as the list continues to get smaller? I ordered about 3 months ago

only 3 months lol...I ordered Jan 28th.

Rob@BerkTech · 08-04-2010, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt

So, with all the issues that have been cleared up, is there anything that the owners of the original Berk CBE assembly should be concerned about?

No. Each piece is assembled at our facility and test fitted to ensure it's 100% correct. No components were changed. We just had issues sourcing certain components that make up the exhaust and that was the delay. We now have more than enough of what we need to fulfill current orders and satisfy a few more customers. Then we are going to take a little bit of a break to streamline the process so that our production and assembly on it is similar to our HFCs. Quick, easy and efficient. We'd like to keep plenty of these on hand in the future so they're ready to ship at any time.

Justin1686 · 08-05-2010, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by 370degreesNY

only 3 months lol...I ordered Jan 28th.

oh i know, people ordered 6-7 months ago who are still waiting for there's. which is y i have not complained about waiting for the exhaust.

Rob@BerkTech · 08-05-2010, 11:45 AM

I also wanted to let everyone know that was on this group buy, or has ordered an exhaust and waited - if you are interested in a set of test pipes or HFCs for your car, personally PM me and I will give it to you at a discounted price for being so patient in waiting for your exhaust.

zZSoCalZz · 08-05-2010, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by RedlineZ

BTW, here is the video from streets. Try to screen out the wind and rattling noises from the camera mount (poor set up), and you'll hear how great this exhaust sounds even from the inside with the windows down at 30 to 120 mph.

These guys are working hard to keep you happy, and REALLY care about their customers. Glitches and hiccups happen to all of us, but it's how we respond that counts!

p.s. - skip ahead to the 6 minute mark to see how the CBE helps you run with Z06s... which are quick little cars (I used to own one!).

What kind of car is the second one you pass? Nice driving! and I love how you wave to the s2k as you pass him.

08-04-2010, 05:59 PM	#453 (permalink)
RedlineZ Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Yucaipa Age: 54 Posts: 37 Drives: Jeep Wrangler / 370Z Rep Power: 15	BTW, here is the video from streets. Try to screen out the wind and rattling noises from the camera mount (poor set up), and you'll hear how great this exhaust sounds even from the inside with the windows down at 30 to 120 mph. These guys are working hard to keep you happy, and REALLY care about their customers. Glitches and hiccups happen to all of us, but it's how we respond that counts! p.s. - skip ahead to the 6 minute mark to see how the CBE helps you run with Z06s... which are quick little cars (I used to own one!). __________________ www.redlinetimeattack.com http://www.speedventures.com/ http://www.extremespeedtrackevents.com/ Last edited by RedlineZ; 08-04-2010 at 06:06 PM.

08-04-2010, 06:19 PM	#455 (permalink)
zZSoCalZz Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 176 Drives: in traffic! Rep Power: 15	Tagging along. Not for the drama but I sincerely like Berk CBE and how it sounds. I would like to order one in the near future. __________________ 2009 MB: Stillen G3 Intake // Customized illuminated kickplates frost blue Z //

08-04-2010, 07:36 PM	#458 (permalink)
Matt A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Augusta, GA Age: 41 Posts: 1,680 Drives: 2010 Avalanche LT Rep Power: 19	So, with all the issues that have been cleared up, is there anything that the owners of the original Berk CBE assembly should be concerned about? __________________ "Any man who can drive a 370z while kissing a pretty girl is simply not giving the Z the attention it deserves." Albert Einstein....modified.

08-04-2010, 07:36 PM	#459 (permalink)
Justin1686 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Nassau, NY Age: 38 Posts: 689 Drives: 09 370 PG AT Rep Power: 17	wow, I gotta say, having someone on here posting from Berk is great. If i send you a PM with my personal info, is it possible to get an eventual ETA on mine as the list continues to get smaller? I ordered about 3 months ago __________________ 2009 Touring & Sport Package \|\| Platinum Graphite \|\| 40% 3M Tint \|\| Xpel Clear Bra \|\| Berk CBE \|\| Berk HFC \|\| Stillen Sway Bar \|\| H&R Spacers \|\| Swift Springs \|\| SPC Rear Camber Kit \|\| Thanks to Savage Autosports, VTR, PM, and R.A.D.

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Rob@BerkTech Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 63 Drives: 2010 370Z Rep Power: 15	Thanks for the support Zee - and yes many many many thanks for lending us the car. We're cranking away to get these exhausts out!

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Rob@BerkTech Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 63 Drives: 2010 370Z Rep Power: 15	I also wanted to let everyone know that was on this group buy, or has ordered an exhaust and waited - if you are interested in a set of test pipes or HFCs for your car, personally PM me and I will give it to you at a discounted price for being so patient in waiting for your exhaust.