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Why to buy from svxfiles
I know this probably should be in the customer review forum but this is truly a SVX specific thread.
svxfiles has a plethora of parts available for the SVX community. Not only is he a great resource for rare stock parts for replacements but he is also a courier of svs specific modifications and NEW parts. For example I have purchased the following from him in the past 1. 5k HID's 2. 2 NEW front axles(damn all that torque) 3. Numerous driveshafts 4. Fiberglass hood 5. Front Differentials 6. Main fusebox 7. Tail housing 8. Transfer clutchs 9. Solenoid C 10. Asti 11. More asti 12. 20 min $20 mod 13. And some stuff I cannot remember Not to mention he has been the source of great knowledge to me as well. Whenever I am stuck or I need a second opinion, i can call him and ask. He has put countless hours of his days to my assistance. He has also shown me how to do a great deal, for example swapping the LSD carrier over to a non-lsd 4.44 or 4.11 rear and how to build my own equal length headers. He truly is a great person and a great business person to deal with. I know he has a never ending line of satisfied customers when it comes to dealing with his work on the cars too. He has come up with countless innovations for the car as well. Some of them including his quick and painless suspension mods as well as poly rear diff bushings. I mean, he is priceless to this community and I feel obligated to point this out. Such a man can only be complimented with the same caliber lady. That being Di, a green eyed lady of course Their hospitality has been shown through various meets and social occasions. I just wanted to post to be sure he gets the respect he deserves. Tom |
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Customer serv.......
Can he install a 4.44 into my XT6? I have the parts waiting in my basement right now. I can even drop the XT6 off. I just want it back by 1/15/08, just in time for the heavy snow season. Hrrm...can't think of any SVX parts I would need at the moment though. I will think of something.
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Kevin Thomas 1997 2.2ltr Subaru Impreza Outback Sport Wagon (AWD/Auto) 13.03@100mph 1989 2.7ltr Subaru XT6 (AWD/Auto) 15.912@85.93mph 1996 3.3ltr SVX (AWD/Auto) 15.070@91.38mph ***R.I.P*** 2010 RAV4 AWD Sport (13.717 @ 99.19mph ) 2015 Honda Fit LX CVT (15.2 @ 90mph) |
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I have been very impressed with Di too. Ooooops this is about Tom, isn't it.
Tom is great. I can hardly wait to see him (and Di) and everyone else again at Reading this next year. I just wish I was closer to his shop, and be able to learn more from him. He is truly an ass it to our community. He has brought one of the best modifications to our cars to us which is the HID mod. Long live asti!!!!
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. Earl .... ... .... ><SVX(*> Subaru Ambassador [COLOR=”silver”]1992 Tri Color L[/COLOR] ~45K (06/91) #2430 1992 Dark Teal LS-L ~184K (05/91) #0739 1992 Claret LS-L ~196K (05/91) #0831 1992 Pearl LS-L ~103K (06/91) #1680 1992 Pearl LS-L ~151K (06/91) #2229 1992 Dark Teal LS ~150K (07/91) #3098 (parts car) 1992 White LS-L ~139K (08/92) #6913 1993 25th AE ~98K (02/93) #164 1993 25th AE ~58K (02/93) #176 1993 25th AE ~107K (02/93) #215 1993 25th AE ~162K (02/93) #223 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~124K (1/94) #2408 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~144K (10/93) #1484 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~68K (10/93) #1525 1994 Barcelona Red LSi ~46K (02/94) #2624 1994 Pearl LSi ~41K (12/93) #1961 1995 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~70K (02/95) #855 1996 Polo Green LSi ~95K (03/96) #872 1997 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~55K (08/96) #097 2003 Brilliant Red LS1 Convertible ~29K (04/03) #8951 1999 Magnetic Red LS1 Coupe ~33K (04/99) #6420 My Email | Old Locker | New Locker | Picture of 15 of the 19 |
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Go Toms go!
He helped me numerous times as well such as sourcing my 4.44 rear diff, my front bumper after the accident and trying to work things out with my body shop that in the end totalled my car out, providing the hids and always willing to take the time to answer a quick question or even stupid questions... thanks again... and also to everyone in this great community
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Tim 92 Liquid Silver SVX 5MT 2009 BMW Z4 (Gone) 2012 Camry V6 SE |
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Now thats not very nice at all!!! Tom |
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Tom, I would like to say that is a truly class act.
Many people would look at you and OT and consider you competitors in the SVX repair/mod business. I know you are and are not at the same time. I have a feeling that SVXAPEAL, my fiancee, will be stopping in at OTs place for work this winter. I should be hitting you up for the 5 speed conversion kit next spring/summer. It is great to have 2 such competent people to choose from for a limited production vehicle. A hearty thanks to BOTH of you... Jim
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1992 Dark Teal LS-L with 4.44 swap. NC Plate "EVIL I" *Dont Fear the GEAR* 1977 Ford Pinto baby blue with 79,000 miles |
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When Tom and I come up with something new we are usually sharing it with each other first. We also agree on pricing for labor etc... in order to not undercut eachother. i have recently left him with one of my 5mt X-members in order for him to make a jig and begin his own production as well so he is not the middle man for the kit and can get his full worth out of a manual conversion. He is a great guy and I feel confident in trusting him with my ideas and designs as I hope he does with me Tom |
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Proof that the SVX owners are a Family.
If I had a hat on... it would be off to both of you. Jim
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1992 Dark Teal LS-L with 4.44 swap. NC Plate "EVIL I" *Dont Fear the GEAR* 1977 Ford Pinto baby blue with 79,000 miles |
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for the record
motorsportwarehouse all the way in az referred me to ot, then ot referred me to yt as the manual specialist claiming to be the auto specialist. my experience with the svxspeedshop in pa has continued to be as benevolent as it began in az. yt came all the way to ma to pick up my car and other parts as well. also one of the few mechanics who have allowed me to pick and ship my own parts to their shop. some mechanics argue thats like bringing a steak to a restaurant. i say it's like bringing your own asti to the tailgate party. i only wish i had a case in the trunk when yt picked up my car. "what goes around, comes around" is definately at work here. tomssvx is known from az to pa as the best 5sp conversion specialist.
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Both Toms get mad props from me, Ive had the opportunity to buy parts from both yall. We should make a Tom Forum
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Eric Rebuilt P/S pump info... http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/showthread.php?t=50918 If your car wont start info... http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/show...ighlight=click |
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Both OT and YT are gentleman. I'd trust either one with my keys.
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Matt Locker Link 2015 BRZ Limited 6MT 92 Ebony LS-L ECUtune Stage2av1, Z32 MAF, 370cc injectors, TomsSVX intake, BontragerWorks 22mm RSB #003, HID Hi and Lo beams, OT endlink and bushing mods, PWR Aluminum radiator, Harvey's QC shift kit, 2.5" flowmaster 80 exhaust, 17" Michelin Pilot Sport A/S, Poly sway bar bushings, Slotted Bradi rotors, AFBeefcake powdercoated calipers, 97 grill, and a huge set of air horns. 300,000 miles and counting 92 Ebony LS-L. ecutune stage1v4, motorsport 1pc pulley. Garage Queen - sold to Dad in upstate NY 155,000 miles 19 Subaru Ascent Premium - -Hers !. 89 DL 4x4 little red wagon - a.k.a. The immortal suby. 275k R.I.P. |
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thanks guys but I made this thread for OT Tom |
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Maybe it should go from Chris' shop to Both Toms Shop hehe
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Tim 92 Liquid Silver SVX 5MT 2009 BMW Z4 (Gone) 2012 Camry V6 SE |
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I just now saw this thread, and Thank You YT, and all who responded so kindly.
Hi, Earl, I saw that too! We do have a special car community. This last weekend at the Cumberland Pumpkin Carve event, when I had to check out how the heck Jerry lost all the camber on the right rear wheel, (note to self, replace those aftermarket camber bolts with stock ones) I asked Dave aka Hocrest to work my corner at the autocross, and without hesitation he drove there to allow me time to fix my car! It occurred to me at that time that I can/could trust YT, a competitor, to fix my camber, while I worked the autocross corner. Several friends from The Network, YT, Benebob, Hocrest, svxcess, Mark5, have driven for HOURS to help me build a garage!!! Even if they only drove three nails! John In the middle of an Asti fueled party Steve the Fire Fighter rewired my lift and garage sub-box! subi-crosser, Jerry is always here to help out cooking, bringing bands, lending a hand, whatever... This is a GREAT community, and I am happy and proud to be a part of it! Original Tom
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