Every transaction I have entered into with members of this forum has been positive until now. I recently purchased a Hobie 18 furler from the above individual.
I specifically asked him about the condition of the unit. His reply, quoted directly from his email;
"The furlers are in great shape if you want to call me tomorrow I would be happy to talk to you."
He would not accept a US$ check, or Pay Pal, even though I said it would be fine to defer shipping til the check cleared. He wanted cash or money order.
In addition, despite asking that he send the item US Postal Service, he dropped it off, at UPS, COD, resulting in a $50 charge at my end.
Upon receiving the item, I noticed it didn't turn freely, & made some noise. I opened up the drum to find the following.
Not only were nearly all the bearings pitted, but those at the 1 & 5 O'clock positions were not bearings at all, merely globs of corrosion. The cage & 1 race were also unserviceable. No wonder it didn't turn freely.
I contacted the above individual numerous times, to enact a resolution, giving a week between contacts in case he was away or working hard. I asked him to contact me via this forum. I know his internet is working as he is still posting.
In hindsight, his insistence of cash, & his continued refusal to even reply to my concerns leads me to believe he knew the item was in poor condition, & his intent was to pull a fast one.
The $ value will not make or break me, I offer this information as a caution to anyone else who runs across his ads & might be tempted to purchase from him. Unlike the majority of vendors here, he will "grab your cash, then hide, like a frightened animal.
USE CAUTION WHEN DEALING WITH "HULLFLYER"
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Hobie 18 Magnum
Dart 15
Mystere 6.0XL Sold Was a handful solo
Nacra 5.7
Nacra 5.0
Bombardier Invitation (Now officially DEAD)
Various other Dock cluttering WaterCrap
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