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Thread: Craig aka "mazdapartsman"
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Hunter
Hauling
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posted May 21, 2004 11:59 AM |
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Craig aka "mazdapartsman"
I purchased two REPU items from Craig Glandon.
Here is one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ed=1083253774000&item=2475934722
My beef is that Craig sold the cap as NOS Mazda but did not send the part to me in the factory Mazda box that is pictured in his auction and he also refuses to provide any documentation to back up his claim that this is an authentic Mazda piece. He says he "recycled" the Mazda box to save me money on shipping and does NOT even know the part number of this item that he purchased new. I paid $45 for the cap using Buy It Now.
I am angry that he "recycled" the box without even asking me and frankly at this point I doubt that he EVER intended to send it to me. I asked him to simply issue a $10 credit for the reduced value of the item and provide me with the part number for my records. He refused to do either. I have given him since 4-29-04 to do so. I even went to the trouble of calling other REPU friends on the phone .... all that I called that had purchased from him said that they also received NOS items without factory Mazda containers. One owner showed me an auction for a Mazda gas cap at
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=29701&item=2477605903
Notice how it has a key that says Mazda ?
The one Craig sold us does NOT.
Fortunately the gas cap DOES fit my REPU in any case.
But I don't like sellers misrepresenting their products and felt compelled to let the group here know what happened.
Also extremely suspect is that my records show that he has changed his ebay ID three times that I know of. His current ID has only been in use since January of this year. Before that he was "drain_bamaged2" and before that he sold many parts under the moniker "mazdapartsman".
Ostensibly he lives in San Jose, CA but I was unable to reach him by phone to settle this matter.
I also purchased a hood release cable in a separate auction. The hood release cable did not come with a Mazda sticker or box either.
Oh, and one more thing .... after our final argument yesterday via email ........
I received an email with the "joke.com" attachment which, of course, I did not open. The headers of this email indicated that the virus laden (Worm_BagelZ) email came from "AccOps@mazdausa.com".
In one of his emails Craig said he could not provide me with the part number because, "Bruce I do not have the part number nor do I have it. I no longer work for mazda and cannot access their database." (all in dark large letters).
FYI, beware, caveat emptor.
Bruce Toski
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Klaus43
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posted May 21, 2004 12:40 PM |
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Sorry to hear of the unresolved issues...
If it helps at all, every transaction I've had with Craig has been a good one. Some parts I've bought came with original Mazda parts stickers/packaging, others were old Ford parts in their packaging, and still others were without the original packaging... but all were the right parts at the right price.
I am under the impression Craig's employment and residence location has and is changing...
...and I can understand expecting a NOS Mazda locking gas cap to come with 'Mazda' stamped keys when so pictured. However, the locking caps I obtained through my local Mazda dealer (in Mazda packaging) did NOT come with 'Mazda' stamped keys... (!) So, I think it's safe to assume the only error may have been in the depiction of the no-longer-available keys...
As to the part number, and the box--perhaps certain parts can still be ordered from Japan, and those 'in the know' wish to safeguard their interests?
I hope everything can still be resolved...
Peace, K.
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kansei
Redlining
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posted May 21, 2004 02:17 PM |
Edited By: kansei on 21 May 2004 14:30
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Gotta put in my two cents...
I have bought ALOT from Craig, and have never had a problem, complaint or ANY issue of any kind with him, whatsoever. His parts are always as described, and the prices, in my opinion are very fair and more than down to earth. Just because he changes his ID I do not think that should be any cause for alarm or rush to judgment, being as he (to my knowledge) has never had any problems with ebay, so it's not as if he is shut down and reappears with a new ID. Not trying to get in the middle of anything, but I know Craig has been selling NOS parts for quite some time now, and the picture he used for the auction may have been an old one, inadvertently. I bought three NOS locking gas caps from a local dealer last year- only two came in a box; one with a label and the blue "Mazda"s all over it, the other was just in a white box (label came off in the DC?), and the third was just in a plastic bag with the DC's label on it. None of them had the logo'd keys. Craig may not have been able to give you the part number because when I got mine, it had been superceeded more than once, to be sure. The label on the box did not match the part number I actually ordered, if I recall. I know when I checked with a Ford dealer, the part number in my Ford Courier parts catalog did not even show up in the system, but a superceded part number does come up (how are most of us supposed to find that?), but as NLA.
Sorry to hear that you are dissatisfied with your transaction, but I am certain Craig did not do anything maliciously- that's just not him. I can say that he has been a very valuable member to this forum, sharing part numbers, availability, etc. when he did have access to the Mazda parts system, and answered any questions posed as best he could concerning parts from Mazda and Ford.
I also have to say that I am not sure I agree that a box is worth $10, unless your plans were to try and resell it, especially if you plan on using it on your truck. And where you mentioned that the auction pic had keys that say "Mazda", that's another auction, and the one you won the keys clearly are not logo'd in the pic. You also can't see if the box even had a part number sticker on it in the first place. I can understand you wanting it to come in the original box and all, but I don't feel it is fair to use old auctions as grounds for what happened in your circumstance. That other auction was for a cap from Australia, and it is a totally different cap style than the one you won, from a different seller half a world away. Come on, that's rediculous and unfair. Period.
As for the virused email, that does suck, but if you are insinuating that Craig sent that to you to do harm, make certain it is traceable to him before we all jump to conclusions.
For what it's worth, I'd buy from Craig anytime.
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Neal A.E. Swigert
Greenville, Michigan
1974 REPU Resto Project
1976 808 Wagon
1977 Cosmo
1978 Savanna RX-7 GT
1980 Leather Sport RX-7
1980 Petty Targa RX-7 #11
1985 GSL-SE RX-7
1988 RX-7 10th Ann
1993 RX-7 VR Touring
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straightrepu
Redlining
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posted May 21, 2004 04:26 PM |
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I did offer
a full refund and it was refused. There was never a mention of a $10 refund which would be out of the question now. Then there was a complaint filed with ebay for an incomplete item, but the auction was for a new,never installed item not new in box. Several remarks were made about my attempt at deception for changing my ebay id and not being able to provide a part number. After losing my job at mazda I was forced to sell off all the parts I had bought back in 94 and 95, some came in boxes, others in bags and I can`t find all of the receipts. When the dealership closed down and I knew I wouldn`t work mazda parts again I changed my ebay id, drainbamaged was funny for awhile (I have several large scars on my cranium) but decided to change it again and probably will a few more times. I don`t know how to send a virus, I can`t even post a picture on this website. I sent a large cap email after being hounded while trying to pack for a relocation move. I`ve never seen anybody so fixated on a crummy box. Bruce I hope that someday you get a life.
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74 restorepu
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nwaco
Redlining
Posts: 407
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posted May 21, 2004 05:00 PM |
Edited By: nwaco on 21 May 2004 17:09
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Hmmmm........
No offense Bruce, but I've done several transactions with Craig, and each and every time, I've felt completely satisfied. He has extended courtesy and trust each and every time and I have not and will not violate either that trust or that faith.
You, Bruce, on the other hand, have demonstrated to this forum that you want to exploit and take advantage of our passion to pursue our hobby by asking for and actually expecting to receive $1000 for a fender, $699.00 or more for a bumper, as much for a dented hood, and more....
That Sir, is laughable at best, a joke at the least, and now that you (of all people) publicly announce your disatisfaction at a $40.00 price you paid for a GAS CAP because you did not receive a BOX????
What is it you seek? A fair price ? A decent deal? The box? Or what?
Craig is a man of honor and good faith. You have shown this forum nothing but an effort of opportunism.
I wish you no disrespect, but I put my faith in Craig.
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ovquick
Redlining
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posted May 21, 2004 05:47 PM |
Edited By: ovquick on 21 May 2004 17:50
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Craig
Yo Bruce,
I bought a gas cap from Craig and mine came in a "genuine mazda box" that I would gladly send, if I hadn't thrown it away.He sent the part to me before the check had cleared my bank, he's never seen me!
Doesn't sound like "Jack the parts ripper" to me.
The keys don't have the "M" on them, the cap I bought in 1972 for my B-1600 did have the "M", except for the keys, the one Craig sold me looks identical
The rotary trucks came stock with a painted cap anyway.
I would not be afraid to purchase any item, sight unseen, from him just on his description.
And this is just my opinion, like other body features, most folks, but not all, have one.
Orville
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Mazdarx605
Redlining
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posted May 21, 2004 06:32 PM |
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I also have dealt with Craig a few times,and have been very happy with all the transactions.Every time I have had the part in my hands in a shorter time period than I ever expected.I have never met Craig and probably never will being on the easy coast and all,but if I did I would take him out for a few beers just for all the help he has been in finding discontinued or rare parts for a REPU owner in New England.I have never felt ripped off or cheated on any transactions with him and would do business with him again in the future if he has anymore parts for sale.
Bruce I am sorry to hear you have had a bad experience but I doubt Craig was diliberatly pissing you off.Maybe it was a matter of poor communication on both parts.I hope this can be worked out.I would hate to see fellow members at odds over a silly $40 part.
Chris
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Klaus43
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posted May 23, 2004 04:53 PM |
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Regarding viruses, etc. ...:
There's worlds of trouble 'out there' on this thing they call the 'net... much of which can inadvertantly be spread.
In addition to subscribing to Norton Antivirus, and running scans frequently, I heartily recommend the following 'freeware' programs: SpyBot S&D, Spywareblaster, Spywareblocker by Webroot, and last but certainly not least, Ad-Aware 6.181 personal from Sweden's Lavasoft.
This last free 'shareware' program, (which y'all can get from downloads.com), found stuff on my machine that Norton missed, and is easy and extensive. I really like the Webroot one as well... it also found stuff the others missed.
Better to spend some time cleaning house regularly--and staying updated, as well--than to have one's system clogged with Crap! You'll be shocked by what you find is spying on us all...
Happy hunting, K.
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Hunter
Hauling
Posts: 178
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posted May 26, 2004 03:58 PM |
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final rant on this issue ............
Hello REPU owners,
Ok, I have absorbed all the slings and arrows tossed my way during the last few days and have communicated on and off line with various REPU owners on the subject of the gas cap that I purchased from Craig.
For me I suppose it is an "expectation" problem.
Most of us endure these type of things daily.
You expect Windows to be stable .... but it crashes.
You expect to be able to drive to work without a hassle if you stay in the right lane ..... but get run off the road anyway.
You bid on an item on ebay with a beautiful box and expect it will be included when you open your delivery from the mailman,... and it is not.
Hopefully you see my point.
I bought a few items from Craig before and in those instances there was no mention or picture of a box ..... I did not expect one.
In this instance Craig's explanations to me were tentative, illusory, and implausible. His general lack of remorse only compounded my feelings of "great... screwed again".
I am geniunely happy to hear that most members were happy with their purchases from Craig. For this reason I am happy that I accidentally left positive feedback on our auction transaction. Now that Klaus has cleared up the issues of 1) part number, and 2) verification of authenticity ... my mind rests a little easier.
But .... not 100 %
Why ?
Because, although I now believe that the cap is a genuine Mazda part, I am not convinced it is a proper cap for the REPU.
Since the cap was sent to me in a plastic bag with no markings I will probably never be 100% sure of its part number or application.
However, I believe that is is either a 2459-42-550 or 2459-42-550E.
The 2459-42-550 part number is found ONLY in the Mazda 1600 / 1800 parts book, and NOT as a valid part number for the REPU. (based on all the information available to me .... see below)
My 1974 Mazda REPU parts book only shows a part number for the stock, no key, gas cap 1823 42 430.
The 1974 Mazda REPU parts book is Wankel only, no piston truck #s.
My 1976 Mazda REPU parts book shows #s for the 1600 and 1800 series "RECIPRO" trucks as well as REPU.
As far as the REPU goes:
Same number for the stock gas cap 1823 42 430
There is no number indicated for any locking gas cap.
However, on the pages for the (RECIPRO):
Cap, filler 1600cc # 1819 42 462B
Cap, filler 1800cc # 0118 42 430
Gasket for cap # 2280 42 460B (NLA)
and then ........ voila !
Cap Filler, with key !, # 2459 43 550 (pic #19)
I found part number 2459-42-550 without the "E" in my 5/86 Mazda price book.
If Craig was working for Mazda back then he probably purchased it for $21 or less. Fine .... he doubled his money on me. I have no problem with that !
The thing that concerns me is ...... The 1986 parts book says that part 2459-42-550 fits T2 only and the parts book indicates that this part number is for (RECIPRO) only.
T2 is 1600 P/U 72-76.
The REPU is designated "T5".
My 2004 Mazda price book still shows the 2459-42-550 part number.
It says: "S/S to 2459-42-550E" with an "A" S/S code.
An "A" S/S code means "the old part number cannot be used in place of the new part number application". What does this mean in real life for us REPU owners ? I don't know. I talked to two different Parts Managers for Mazda and they did not have a clue. I called Mazda corporate today but still do not have an answer.
The cap Craig sent me appears to fit my truck but I will explain why, technically it is not a proper fuel cap for the REPU.
1) Dimensions
2) The question of Vented vs. Non Vented.
The original Mazda gas cap is a non vented cap.
to verify this I called Stant and then double checked what they told me by referring to my old Stant parts books. Stant has made gas caps for a long time.
The Stant tech told me that his catalog only went back to 1977.
Stant # 10726 (G726) for the 1977 REPU = Non Vented
Stant # 10810 (G810) for the 1977 B1800 P/U = Vented
Here is information from my Stant catalog dated 1984:
RX-2,3,4,7, 626, 808, GLC, Cosmo and REPU all use the same part number locking gas cap (G 763) designed for non vented systems with
1 3/8" filler pipe openings.
B1800, B2000, B2200 from 77-83 use part number G760 or G782, both are venting caps designed for 1 1/2" filler pipe openings.
Admittedly this information is still not complete, as the listings I am referring to only go back to 1977 on all these pickups.
But, as you can see ... The REPU appears to be a non vented system with a slightly smaller filler pipe opening and different part numbers for the gas caps.
I called a dealer and had a friend check the 1977 REPU fiche. There is / was no listing for a locking gas cap there either.
Ok, by now everyone has either been technospeaked into a deep trance and / or fallen asleep or I have revved everyone up again for another round of Bruce Bashing.
IMHO, Craig should have specifed that this locking cap was designated for the piston trucks but "might" be proper for the REPU and might fit the REPU. Of course he should also have told me that he was not going to send the box to me that was in the picture in the auction. Of course he did none of these things because they would lower the value of his item, potentially. ... And .... yes, Craig did offer a refund but only for the purchase price and not for shipping costs or potential lost profits.
Ok, enough time and research wasted on this issue.
I have added one last comment to the first feedback comment I left on this auction that I won from Craig with Buy It Now.
So that you don't have to go looking here are my comments:
First comment: (NOTE: Positive box checked)
Beware! ! 3 ID changes, factory box in ad pic not supplied, nor part #, fake ? May-21-04 11:22 2475934722
Follow-up comment:
Ok, confirmed that part is Genuine Mazda, his other buyers are happy, so I defer
As most of you know there is only room for a measly 80 characters, this is all I could fit in.
Based on the overwhelming support that Craig has among his peers here I choose to defer any further criticism of Craig on this issue.
I will post this same letter in wwww.mazdarepu.com and on the Vintage Rotaries Forum site.
After two weeks I am going to remove all the pro and con statements that have been made on this site (I only have control over this site).
I apologize if I lost my temper on this issue.
Once again, I am truly happy to hear that Craig is such an upstanding REPU owner.
Okay, class dismissed. Everyone please wake up and go to your next class.......
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Hunter
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brad
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posted May 26, 2004 05:39 PM |
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If you don't want that gascap
Just give it to me.
I'm the 5th owner of my REPU and it came with the same locking gascap as in Craig's pictures.
But mine is older and chipped. And I would like a new one.
'nuff said.
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-brad-
74 REPU Lawn Green
81 Rx-7 racecar. 12a J-
Bridge
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ovquick
Redlining
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posted May 26, 2004 05:40 PM |
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Gas Caps
<The keys don't have the "M" on them, the cap I bought in 1972 for my B-1600 did have the "M", except for the keys, the one Craig sold me looks identical
The rotary trucks came stock with a painted cap anyway.>
I believe you have arrived at what I said.
That cap fits B-1600, REPU and Courier, but was never stock on the REPU.
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nwaco
Redlining
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posted May 26, 2004 05:53 PM |
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Wow.....
That is the most technically complete doctoral paper on a gas cap I have ever read.
Good Job.
Welcome back in from the cold.
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admin
Administrator
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posted May 26, 2004 06:00 PM |
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<William Shatner> Goog lord, people! It's just a truck! Get a Life!!</William Shatner> ;)
Glad to see things are okay. I'll close this thread to put things to rest.
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