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hey guys sorry for delays ive been reli busy these last few weeks with work. will update with photos and more infor this weekend.

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Unfortunately I have had an issue with the turbo this seller has advertised. I bought if for $680 after inquiring as to the overall condition and shaft play. I was assured it had minimal (less than 2mm) shaft play and was in good working condition through phone conversations and PMs.

Two workshops have inspected the turbo and advised that it has over 4-5mm of play in the shaft and the bearings are completely ruined. It is not in good working condition and cannot be used in its current state. As a result I am getting the turbo rebuilt at a cost of over $700.

I contacted the seller and advised him I was seeking compensation as the turbo was not in the condition described by him. He has refused to discuss any type of compensation. I was seeking $200 which I believe is entirely reasonable since I paid $680 for a turbo that cannot be used.

I have contacted SAU administrators and have been advised to post this in the original sale thread.

Jeff

bloodsword27: As a seller, you have a responsibility and an obligation to deliver the item exactly as described in your for sale thread.

Based on the information Jeff has provided above, it appears that the description of the turbo that you provided was not accurate, nor a true reflection of its condition, so with that in mind you are obligated to provide the buyer with either a complete refund, or a mutally acceptable settlement agreed upon by you both.

It is absolutely unacceptable to supply an item that is not exactly as described, much less in a completely unusable state, then refuse to accept responsibility or offer a refund.

Please get in contact with Jeff, and settle this issue amicably within 7 days, otherwise your posting ability may be restricted.

Thanks

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