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mhannaford

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Hi all....again!
I think Ernest is being the devils advocate a little here.
Most of all though I think we're all missing the point
a bit. I want to improve my car (as do most of you I'm
sure)and is not difficult to improve on the OE parts and get better performance.
All car manufacturers have to design and build their vehicles to a performance/quality/price framework and
M-B are no difference (just maybe a larger frame than some others!).The parts that are used are suitable for the purpose for which they were intended. That does not mean that we can't improve on them.
The driver who likes to "press on" can fit a different compound of brake pad to reduce fade and improve even further by fitting gooved/drilled/grooved and drilled
brake discs to reduce heat build up even more.
We can fit an ignition coil with higher available voltage that will enable us to open up the plug gaps and get better throtle response,better fuel economy,smoother running and more performance into the bargain.
Plug leads are no exception.The OE leads are designed for the fitted ignition system but may only have a di-electric strength of 40-45000 volts because the igniton system is only rated at 30-35000 volts.These figures start to degrade with age until you end up with misfires,crossfires,hard leads,ends pulling off......the list
is endless.Modern materials allow us to improve on the
OE stuff that is built to the quality/price restriction and
we can now fit a coil that will give in excess of 45000
volts and put on a set of leads that will give us protection against all the bad things that happen to cheap sets (and OE over time).
Just because it doesn't have the 3 pointed star on it does not automatically mean that it's no good.
There is no end of stuff on the market that can transform our cars and give better performance in all
aspects. You do not have to pay the earth but you do have to look at exactly what it is you are getting for your money. I can ramble on for ages about this as it's something I feel very strongly about and also know a bit
about being in this business.
Anyone wanting to continue is urged to take up the cudgel..........
With the kindest of regards
Mark Hannaford
 

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Hi Mark

I hear what you are saying. I think we are both in the same boat. The FACT is that there are so many products out there that say they can do something and fall so short.  Especially in my game. We have had vehicles in from all over the country. Usually if they come to me they have had problems from so called "Specialists" who invaribly yes can change you oil & filter, but can they offer a service approaching the dealers and have they invested in equipment to keep them close to the cutting edge? Usually the answer is no!

Our problem is that we may have a brilliant product, but
1. Do we have the money to promote properly.

2. We have to convince the buying public who have been brain washed or have had bad experience of poor mechanics or parts.

If I had a few hundred grand in the back pocket (I'd be off) No sorry, you bet you bottom dollar every body would soon here of Andy Gayle. To the extent of having MB down to buy me out. (Just in case they are watching. Make me a great offer I always listening) So there we have it. Both have a great product but have to get past the predudices that have be preset for eons.

What do you think?

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Hi Mark

I hear what you are saying. I think we are both in the same boat. The FACT is that there are so many products out there that say they can do something and fall so short.  Especially in my game. We have had vehicles in from all over the country. Usually if they come to me they have had problems from so called "Specialists" who invaribly yes can change you oil & filter, but can they offer a service approaching the dealers and have they invested in equipment to keep them close to the cutting edge? Usually the answer is no!

Our problem is that we may have a brilliant product, but
1. Do we have the money to promote properly.

2. We have to convince the buying public who have been brain washed or have had bad experience of poor mechanics or parts.

If I had a few hundred grand in the back pocket (I'd be off) No sorry, you bet you bottom dollar every body would soon here of Andy Gayle. To the extent of having MB down to buy me out. (Just in case they are watching. Make me a great offer I always listening) So there we have it. Both have a great product but have to get past the predudices that have be preset for eons.

What do you think?

Regards

Andy@ www.mercedesservicing.com
 

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Hi Mark

I hear what you are saying. I think we are both in the same boat. The FACT is that there are so many products out there that say they can do something and fall so short.  Especially in my game. We have had vehicles in from all over the country. Usually if they come to me they have had problems from so called "Specialists" who invaribly yes can change you oil & filter, but can they offer a service approaching the dealers and have they invested in equipment to keep them close to the cutting edge? Usually the answer is no!

Our problem is that we may have a brilliant product, but
1. Do we have the money to promote properly.

2. We have to convince the buying public who have been brain washed or have had bad experience of poor mechanics or parts.

If I had a few hundred grand in the back pocket (I'd be off) No sorry, you bet you bottom dollar every body would soon here of Andy Gayle. To the extent of having MB down to buy me out. (Just in case they are watching. Make me a great offer I always listening) So there we have it. Both have a great product but have to get past the predudices that have be preset for eons.

What do you think?

Regards

Andy@ www.mercedesservicing.com
 

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I had a lot of grief with an expensive (£ 65 + Vat) set of OEM leads for my 107.  

When I got the car it had a rather tired looking set of Lucas leads which I was advised to change so it was off to the motor factors and £ 65 + vat for an OEM set of leads.

Within a month 2 of the new leads had begun to break down- they checked out ok on a multimeter but caused severe misfires when  on the car.  Another month and now 4 out of 8 leads had failed.   The motor factor to their credit offered replacement or refund- I took the latter and bought a cheap set of Hotwires which so far have been perfect other than being bright orange.  

Does anyone know why the OEM set failed so comprehensively and has anyone else had this problem.
 
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