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Old Aug 7, 2013 | 01:46 PM
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VP44 source question - dirt simple

Okay, the VP44 in my '01 has died. I 've replaced them before, and the job is easy. My ONLY question: What vendor (I know there are several) DOES NOT SHIP VIA UPS. That is my sole criteria for who will get my order.
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Old Aug 7, 2013 | 02:54 PM
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I have them and can ship FedEx if that is better?
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Old Aug 7, 2013 | 03:08 PM
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I hate UPS, I always ask the seller to ship it via fed ex or USPS priority mail... if they do, great, if they don't I move on to one that will.
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Old Aug 7, 2013 | 05:40 PM
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huh?
UPS provide real tracking information..like fedex..
USPS??forget tracking..
I just a part(non dodge) it started out DHL??then USPS..
yep no more tracking..
it arrived so no problems..just no tracking
for something like a VP44..for me tracking is critical
just my thoughts
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Old Aug 7, 2013 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by dkenny
huh?
UPS provide real tracking information..like fedex..
USPS??forget tracking..
I just a part(non dodge) it started out DHL??then USPS..
yep no more tracking..
it arrived so no problems..just no tracking
for something like a VP44..for me tracking is critical
just my thoughts
-dkenny
Last pump I bought was delivered UPS. Driver blew past me (**** near running me over in the street, standing in front of the delivery address house). I immediately called the ups office. The driver claimed nobody as home to deliver the part to. Cost me two days of PTO. think 16 hours at $40.0/hr).
So, no. UPS gets nothing from me... ever
This wasn't the only problem I've had with PS, just the last. FEDEX costs more, but I've never had a problem. Granted no tracking with USPS. That's why I go FEDEX.
The next VP44 is a 'no-hurry' situation. I have a spare truck, no schedule, and a 1400 square foot hangar to work in. It will be a nice relaxed couple hours hanging out and turning wrenches with my brother.
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Old Aug 7, 2013 | 06:34 PM
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Fedex doesn't cost more with the DTR Performance shop.....shipping is free in the lower 48 states
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Old Aug 8, 2013 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Lary Ellis (Top)
Fedex doesn't cost more with the DTR Performance shop.....shipping is free in the lower 48 states
sounds good. I'll order shortly. (If I could trouble you for a link, that would be helpful. Normally I could figure it out, but I'm kinda' scrambled*. Also that's why I'm having my brother help me with what is normally a pretty easy job.
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Frider Pirate
*Phase IV Glioblastoma brain tumor. It makes EVERYTHING difficult.
Trying to tie up loose ends, and I appreciate the help!
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Old Aug 8, 2013 | 06:47 PM
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Wow sure am sorry to hear you are battling illness......

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Old Aug 23, 2013 | 03:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Grider Pirate
Okay, the VP44 in my '01 has died. I 've replaced them before, and the job is easy. My ONLY question: What vendor (I know there are several) DOES NOT SHIP VIA UPS. That is my sole criteria for who will get my order.
Thanks.
Jim
Despite my anti- UPS rant, I ordered and have received my rebuilt VP44 from Thoroughbred Diesel. I believe NOT needing the part in any sort of hurry helps.
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