Oil change kits

[WEB-WVR]

Hi Craig,

Re: Look forward to ordering with you !

I have bought my sway bar from Ron. I have bought the Heim links from Ron. I have bought some oil change parts from Ron. Three seperate orders with him.

I do not use PayPal either.

I send him an email with what I want to buy ( be very specific if you can, and include your zipcode as he says ), he sends me back an email with the cost. I then send him a check.

Never a problem.

Jerry Baumchen



PS) If only other dealers were as honest.

Thanks Jerry....that is how I will order with him too. I also received your email...thanks !. Did you install the sway bar and links or did you have that mechanic do it ? Like the difference in handling ?

Later....keep the shiny side up !

Craig

 

[WEB-WVR]

The best way to get me is by email at [email protected] (as mentioned by Highwayman2013). eMail allows me to keep good records without writing everything down and then losing the paper! It's not a perfect system, nothing is. And I still manage to make some mistakes. But I try hard to keep them at a minimum.

I can't process a CC directly. I use Paypal for that. Like you, there are some who can't or will not use Paypal. But it is very rare so I have decided not to pay for a 3rd party service for CC's.

A personal check, MO, etc., works fine. Shipping is a bit slower but most allow for that.

Since I sell Amsoil at my actual cost. I need a zip code to give an accurate price quote because shipping costs vary by destination.

Thanks Ron. I will send you an email and then follow up with a check. You the man ! :thumbup:

 

[HIspyder]

possible to save some money by shopping around... Hi Flo oil filter #556 is available on Ebay for under $5.00 for (1330 engine)... Castrol 5W40 full synthetic (not a blend) with a SL rating $44.00 on Amazon... O-rings & drain plug washers -- $3.00 from parts house..

osm

I'm going to get flamed for this, but I'm compelled to post anyway. And I'm not picking on you OSM by quoting your post. It's just that your post covered everything that I, for one, am against trying to save money on.


There's nothing wrong with saving a little cash now and then, but for heavens sake, are some of you really willing to risk your engine to try and save a buck on aftermarket filters, o-rings and washers?

Seriously, check these videos and then ask yourself how much money you're willing to spend, should something go wrong with the products you are purchasing from ebay of all places.

The oil and filter kits BRP sells are designed specifically for our machines and that's all I really all I have to say about it.

I'll be using only BRP products for my machine.

 

[JerryB]

Hi Craig,

Re: Did you install the sway bar and links or did you have that mechanic do it ? Like the difference in handling ?

There were/are videos on this site that I used to install the sway bar. Quite simple once I got the entire front end off.

I bought the links recently and it was very easy to install them.

I cannot really speak about the improved handling. I lurked this site for a couple of months before I bought my Spyder. Once she was here & no shipping damage, I ordered the sway bar.

Everything that I read about the sway bar had no negative comments; made for an easy decision.

In general, I prefer vehicles with stiffer suspension/better handling.

Jerry Baumchen

PS) http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...yder-Breakdown-Arntufun-Style-Updated-Version

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...-Anti-Sway-Bar-install&highlight=sway+install

 

[Trbayth]

I'm going to get flamed for this, but I'm compelled to post anyway. And I'm not picking on you OSM by quoting your post. It's just that your post covered everything that I, for one, am against trying to save money on.


There's nothing wrong with saving a little cash now and then, but for heavens sake, are some of you really willing to risk your engine to try and save a buck on aftermarket filters, o-rings and washers?

Seriously, check these videos and then ask yourself how much money you're willing to spend, should something go wrong with the products you are purchasing from ebay of all places.

The oil and filter kits BRP sells are designed specifically for our machines and that's all I really all I have to say about it.

I'll be using only BRP products for my machine.

Two things to keep in mind while watching those videos (and I'm a Shawn fan!)

• He works for a BRP dealer
• Pretty sure that RT is not owned by him; it's the dealership's demo/loaner bike.

 

[BajaRon]

I'm going to get flamed for this, but I'm compelled to post anyway. And I'm not picking on you OSM by quoting your post. It's just that your post covered everything that I, for one, am against trying to save money on.


There's nothing wrong with saving a little cash now and then, but for heavens sake, are some of you really willing to risk your engine to try and save a buck on aftermarket filters, o-rings and washers?

Seriously, check these videos and then ask yourself how much money you're willing to spend, should something go wrong with the products you are purchasing from ebay of all places.

The oil and filter kits BRP sells are designed specifically for our machines and that's all I really all I have to say about it.

I'll be using only BRP products for my machine.

It isn't only about saving money. For most riders, if they can find a better product for about the same money, that is attractive to them. Actual rider/owner testing has consistently shown that there are better lubricants available for the Spyder. This is not surprising since you can't expect BRP to use the best shocks, the best tires, the best lighting, the best lubricant, etc. Everything is a trade-off.

So, for those who want better suspension, better braking, better tires, better lubricant, etc., there is a thriving aftermarket. It just depends on what you're looking for. If stock is good enough for you then stick with stock. If you want better then you'll have to look elsewhere.

Yes, the stock components are 'Specifically Designed' for the Spyder. But so are aftermarket components. If they didn't work, people would not buy them.