Engine Replacement

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Hi All

So after the digifant died, I ordered an engine from Brookvale spares.
He said it was a 1998 2.2 Subaru Liberty with 140,000km. It arrived
today and I unpacked the crate to inspect everything. I found a
servicing label left by a mechanic that said "last service 300,000kms"
Oh oh! I rang REVS and gave them the VIN and engine number. It was a
1991 model.
I was RIPPED OFF!!
So on the phone to Brookvale spares and now asking for a full refund.
What a hassle, I had everything ready for the transplant, including
allocating the precious time.
Looks like I will be on my bike for the Shallow Xing trip :-(

So when dealing with Brookvale spares, be very careful...

Regards to all and Merry XMAS!

Peter
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Peter,
 
If your receipt says 1998 and the engine is 1991, this is a clear fraud.  If they want to argue with you, tell them that you are reporting the matter immediately to the ACCC.  Dan't accept anything less than an immediate refund and all freight charges at their expense.  And be prepared to go to the ACCC.
 
Les
 
 
----- Original Message -----
From: Peter
Sent: Friday, December 19, 2008 4:57 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Engine Replacement

Hi All

So after the digifant died, I ordered an engine from Brookvale spares.
He said it was a 1998 2.2 Subaru Liberty with 140,000km. It arrived
today and I unpacked the crate to inspect everything. I found a
servicing label left by a mechanic that said "last service 300,000kms"
Oh oh! I rang REVS and gave them the VIN and engine number. It was a
1991 model.
I was RIPPED OFF!!
So on the phone to Brookvale spares and now asking for a full refund.
What a hassle, I had everything ready for the transplant, including
allocating the precious time.
Looks like I will be on my bike for the Shallow Xing trip :-(

So when dealing with Brookvale spares, be very careful...

Regards to all and Merry XMAS!

Peter

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---I had a similar experience with brooky spares some years ago with a
gearbox for a subi. If it's not too late try and find a 2.5. The 2.2
will struggle a bit compared to the 2.5. Bill