Comptech Closed!!!
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Chances are the guys who were doing the work at CT (ie. the braintrust behind the design/engineering work) will open a new company down the road backed by different investors. Especially, and I would assuming here, the company, and not the investors, holds the patents on the products. Now is the time for patience (something most of you here are not known for); the market served by CT is too big to go unserved...even if the CT guys don't reincorporate, someone will step up to capture the market previously served by them.
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I am so bummed out about this, I loved Comptech's products and their support for the Honda community.
When I saw American Touge 2, I was excited to see Comptech compete and representing Honda's.
I hope Comptech comes back on its feet and better than ever.
When I saw American Touge 2, I was excited to see Comptech compete and representing Honda's.
I hope Comptech comes back on its feet and better than ever.
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This is by far the worst news I have ever read on this forum. No more exhausts, no more SCs, no more RSBs or HBPs. This is all terrible news. It was a good run though Comptech. RIP.
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When I talked to Nate yesterday I asked about the service parts and maintenance kits. He said that were not any. He said that the belt can be bought at most auto parts stores and the oil for the charger can be purchased through Magnus?(although he said is should be good for about 100K). He also said that the only other thing that could go wrong was the bearing in the charger may need to be replaced later on. He said that could be done at alot of places. (ex:a shop that rebuilds turbos)
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Originally Posted by dan.....k
When I talked to Nate yesterday I asked about the service parts and maintenance kits. He said that were not any. He said that the belt can be bought at most auto parts stores and the oil for the charger can be purchased through Magnus?(although he said is should be good for about 100K). He also said that the only other thing that could go wrong was the bearing in the charger may need to be replaced later on. He said that could be done at alot of places. (ex:a shop that rebuilds turbos)
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I ordered one again. I had cancelled my previous order. He said the had about 40 or so HBP. I forgot to ask about the radiator hose. It took me over two hours to get in touch with Nate. I don't have the time today. Maybe someone else could call and ask. He is the only one answering calls for the sales dept.
#133
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Man this is unfortunate for you guys with Comptech parts already on your vehicles. Let's hope it is just a temporary closing of the doors until financial matters are sorted out.
Any venture capitalists on the boards?
Any venture capitalists on the boards?
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Actually...I got them to pick up the phone and slam it down in my ear once now too...woohoo. I have left several messages about exactly what I wanted (Boost Pulley and Rad hose) and seems that I cant get an answer about JACK now.
Well...guess thats it....its done and over. Sucks that you KNOW they have what you want and cant even get em to take your money and order. But I guess that will be my disappointment to live with forever, huh?
If somebody has a high boost pulley now let me know. I will buy it from you and have then reproduced by another milling company in California....probably the same people they are buying them from anyway? Who knows. Tech2 Motorsports will most likely make em for us if I can get an original high boost pulley to use as a model. Otherwise...its gonna be a crap shoot.
Just kinda ticks me off that we cant get them to respond on the parts that they have left. Watch....I have been at this from the get-go on hearing this news.....and eventually they will decide to do something and they will sell it to some kid that just thought of it 10 minutes ago and happens to call em at the right time and leave the others out in the breeze hangin.
Well...guess thats it....its done and over. Sucks that you KNOW they have what you want and cant even get em to take your money and order. But I guess that will be my disappointment to live with forever, huh?
If somebody has a high boost pulley now let me know. I will buy it from you and have then reproduced by another milling company in California....probably the same people they are buying them from anyway? Who knows. Tech2 Motorsports will most likely make em for us if I can get an original high boost pulley to use as a model. Otherwise...its gonna be a crap shoot.
Just kinda ticks me off that we cant get them to respond on the parts that they have left. Watch....I have been at this from the get-go on hearing this news.....and eventually they will decide to do something and they will sell it to some kid that just thought of it 10 minutes ago and happens to call em at the right time and leave the others out in the breeze hangin.
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Originally Posted by lookinco
can anyone ask if they have two different HBP? I was reading somewhere that one is at 7lb while the other is at 9lb.
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Ok...I just got through. He says we can all relax already! He is not going anywhere and will be there the next few weeks for sure. I was able to place an order for a high boost pulley as well as an extra rad hose (hose is not cheap....lists for like $109 as it is a custom unit and not off the shelf) therefore I WAS able to get my order in for the parts I really wanted...therefore I wanted to come back and tell everybody he says that he is just one man now...so if you leave a message.....he WILL call you back. He had my message on his list...I just happened to catch him before he called....but he wanted to assure me as well...that this order WILL ship...(today or tomorrow latest)...but thats the reason we are having difficulty getting anybody is that he is just himself now....order taker...shipper, ect. so if it gets done...it is HE who has to do it, so he may not always be reachable and we may have to wait for a callback. Keep in mind also...the callback list is over 80 people long....so it may be a few before he gets back to you.
Bottom line....HBP ordered.....Top Rad Hose Ordered.....done deal. Actually...I kept thinking when I had him on the phone that I should order like 10 of em or something...but fact is....I would end up getting stuck with them most likely and I cannot afford that.
Bottom line....HBP ordered.....Top Rad Hose Ordered.....done deal. Actually...I kept thinking when I had him on the phone that I should order like 10 of em or something...but fact is....I would end up getting stuck with them most likely and I cannot afford that.
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Originally Posted by MichaelBenz
Ok...I just got through. He says we can all relax already! He is not going anywhere and will be there the next few weeks for sure. I was able to place an order for a high boost pulley as well as an extra rad hose (hose is not cheap....lists for like $109 as it is a custom unit and not off the shelf) therefore I WAS able to get my order in for the parts I really wanted...therefore I wanted to come back and tell everybody he says that he is just one man now...so if you leave a message.....he WILL call you back. He had my message on his list...I just happened to catch him before he called....but he wanted to assure me as well...that this order WILL ship...(today or tomorrow latest)...but thats the reason we are having difficulty getting anybody is that he is just himself now....order taker...shipper, ect. so if it gets done...it is HE who has to do it, so he may not always be reachable and we may have to wait for a callback. Keep in mind also...the callback list is over 80 people long....so it may be a few before he gets back to you.
Bottom line....HBP ordered.....Top Rad Hose Ordered.....done deal. Actually...I kept thinking when I had him on the phone that I should order like 10 of em or something...but fact is....I would end up getting stuck with them most likely and I cannot afford that.
Bottom line....HBP ordered.....Top Rad Hose Ordered.....done deal. Actually...I kept thinking when I had him on the phone that I should order like 10 of em or something...but fact is....I would end up getting stuck with them most likely and I cannot afford that.
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Originally Posted by ussi
Mike, which HBP did you get? 7lb or 9lb?
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Originally Posted by MichaelBenz
Actually...there is only one listed in their books and it states that it is 7 - 8.5# and he stated it had a bunch of question marks after it in the book because they never tested em formally - basically he stated that they have NEVER tested ANY of the high boost pulleys, which is why in fact...why they dont know exactly what they boost it up to. They only had one unit listed in their books though and it listed a range. The other company I mentioned actually has two listed...a 7 and a 9 - so who knows?
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what's the likelihood that the hose will go bad? if it needs to be replaced after X miles, i'll probably order one. the HBP isn't on the top of my list. Michael, when you get it, will you look into making more? if so, I won't bother ordering one since the hose is so damn EXPENSIVE.
Also, does anyone know the size of our S/C belt? I would like to know for future reference.
thanks,
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Also, does anyone know the size of our S/C belt? I would like to know for future reference.
thanks,
-Andrew
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Ok, I just got through and placed my order through the secretary and not through the sales guy...I ordered a HBP (part # 355140) I hope she got me the right part! can anyone confirm??
But anyways, I ordered 2 because I know someone here will want one. So if anyone wants one PM me. First come first serve obviously.
But anyways, I ordered 2 because I know someone here will want one. So if anyone wants one PM me. First come first serve obviously.
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Originally Posted by MugenR
what's the likelihood that the hose will go bad? if it needs to be replaced after X miles, i'll probably order one. the HBP isn't on the top of my list. Michael, when you get it, will you look into making more? if so, I won't bother ordering one since the hose is so damn EXPENSIVE.
Also, does anyone know the size of our S/C belt? I would like to know for future reference.
thanks,
-Andrew
Also, does anyone know the size of our S/C belt? I would like to know for future reference.
thanks,
-Andrew
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Originally Posted by MrHeeltoe
I just called and got some of my own questions answered. I am going to try to help you guys looking for parts out a little, Maybe we can get a few items as sell them as Acurazine exclusive so you don't have to keep trying to get through to Comptech.
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Hey guys, I don't want to impede on the thread when you guys are talking about obtaining important parts/spare parts before comptech closes but can you guys please just go on this thread and just add your names to the petition even if you guys already have exhausts, whether comptech or not, whether you want an exhaust or not, i need names (bodies) to sign up on the petition so we can get GReddy to manufacture us a catback...Thank you for your cooperation. Here's the website:
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=153880
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=153880
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Yeah, it's a pain to get through to someone, but I also got a hold of the secretary. She let me know the belt is a Goodyear Gatorback #4060945. Just installed it, and everything's fine and dandy
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Originally Posted by ussi
Ok, I just got through and placed my order through the secretary and not through the sales guy...I ordered a HBP (part # 355140) I hope she got me the right part! can anyone confirm??
But anyways, I ordered 2 because I know someone here will want one. So if anyone wants one PM me. First come first serve obviously.
But anyways, I ordered 2 because I know someone here will want one. So if anyone wants one PM me. First come first serve obviously.
#154
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RIP Comptech
HOLY $HIzniT.
I can't believe I missed this thread.
I can't believe Comptech is going away.
This has to be a BAD dream.
I can't believe I missed this thread.
I can't believe Comptech is going away.
This has to be a BAD dream.
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?..now do comptech parts appreciate or depreciate now...that is the question?
those comptech oil caps, springs, sway bars, ice box, etc.
Was there that much of a demand for it that say, a few years down the road at a car show some says...."WOW! you gotta Comptech such-n-such?!?!..where did you find that?"
i wonder...
those comptech oil caps, springs, sway bars, ice box, etc.
Was there that much of a demand for it that say, a few years down the road at a car show some says...."WOW! you gotta Comptech such-n-such?!?!..where did you find that?"
i wonder...
#158
I spoke with John @ HottExhaust and they didn't know about Comptech. He said that they have been thinking about making an exhaust for the TL. Now they might really look into it. No another options then to go full custom.
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It's about competiton, and product complexity, but few will care solely about the Comptech moniker... There's very little you can invest in a car that "appreciates".
The supercharger will depreciate hugely, because there's no support, hell and they never really "finished" it with the surging issue. Run at your own risk.
The swaybar may appreciate, but unlikely with the Progress bar out now. I don't kow folks thatwould pay MORE for a smaller, less stiff, USED swaybar.
The sundry bits like oil caps may fetch a few bucks more, but I highly doubt anyone will pay assloads just to say they have Comptech.
The only thing I can think of that "may" appreciate is the exhaust, in that when new supplies are depleted, it's still the only proven "game in town" with regards to cat-back systems. I'd be happy if I got the used price paid for it when I go to trade in.
Unfortunately, as time goes by, superior products will be introduced, and Comptech products will be forgotten. Watch how quick those superchargers and exhaust systems go to ebay if a quality, reliable, and properly support Turbo and Greddy exhaust comes to market...
I've already seen 3 swaybars go to the market with the ANNOUNCEMENT of a 24mm progress SB.
The supercharger will depreciate hugely, because there's no support, hell and they never really "finished" it with the surging issue. Run at your own risk.
The swaybar may appreciate, but unlikely with the Progress bar out now. I don't kow folks thatwould pay MORE for a smaller, less stiff, USED swaybar.
The sundry bits like oil caps may fetch a few bucks more, but I highly doubt anyone will pay assloads just to say they have Comptech.
The only thing I can think of that "may" appreciate is the exhaust, in that when new supplies are depleted, it's still the only proven "game in town" with regards to cat-back systems. I'd be happy if I got the used price paid for it when I go to trade in.
Unfortunately, as time goes by, superior products will be introduced, and Comptech products will be forgotten. Watch how quick those superchargers and exhaust systems go to ebay if a quality, reliable, and properly support Turbo and Greddy exhaust comes to market...
I've already seen 3 swaybars go to the market with the ANNOUNCEMENT of a 24mm progress SB.
Originally Posted by Meek32v6
?..now do comptech parts appreciate or depreciate now...that is the question?
those comptech oil caps, springs, sway bars, ice box, etc.
Was there that much of a demand for it that say, a few years down the road at a car show some says...."WOW! you gotta Comptech such-n-such?!?!..where did you find that?"
i wonder...
those comptech oil caps, springs, sway bars, ice box, etc.
Was there that much of a demand for it that say, a few years down the road at a car show some says...."WOW! you gotta Comptech such-n-such?!?!..where did you find that?"
i wonder...
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Originally Posted by Meek32v6
?..now do comptech parts appreciate or depreciate now...that is the question?
those comptech oil caps, springs, sway bars, ice box, etc.
Was there that much of a demand for it that say, a few years down the road at a car show some says...."WOW! you gotta Comptech such-n-such?!?!..where did you find that?"
i wonder...
those comptech oil caps, springs, sway bars, ice box, etc.
Was there that much of a demand for it that say, a few years down the road at a car show some says...."WOW! you gotta Comptech such-n-such?!?!..where did you find that?"
i wonder...