ESPAR TDR 'deal' lackluster TDR response

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Hello members,
ESPAR agreed to a pretty good deal on their heaters for the TDR, offering up 300 at a very good price.

I just asked ESPAR how it was going and their response indicated that the orders have not justified the extra effort they put in to support this TDR deal.

If you are new and have considered the ESPAR heater as an option, check the archives or drop me an email about this.

If you did buy an ESPAR on the offer, consider yourself fortunate as I doubt they will do this again.

"· The offer stands until March 31, 2000.
· By completing the Installation Manual Critique form that will be Included with the installation kit, your name will be entered in a prize draw. There will be 5 prizes awarded. You can choose to get an additional free heater kit or the cash equivalent. Participants will have until April 30, 2000 to submit the Installation Manual Form"

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Green Monster's cyber garage (and TDR multimedia sandbox)


[This message has been edited by David_VT (edited 03-30-2000). ]

 

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I got one and love it.

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99 2500 QC/LB 4X4, ProTorque TC, BD Valve Body,
TST 275hp injectors, PowerMax1 & VA CPC.
60 Gal. Aerotank, Geno's Combo Gage, Espar Heater,
HX40 Turbo ordered

 

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The was to good to pass up. I got one as well.

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ABE
2001 SLT+ ETH,DEE,4x4,SWB,QC,3. 54,every option except sport and roof marker lights,white w/agate.
Oem molded steps,Jacobs E Brake,Espar,Quad Headlights.
92 W250 LE 4x4 Cummins,auto,4. 10,loaded,8' plow,85k -(for sale)

2000 Holiday Rambler 28'aluma-lite,TT, w/slide. On order.

 

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I have one already and have used it over this winter. Very much worth it. But I also had the idea that I wanted the truck the way I wanted it. That included climbing into a warm cab and never scraping windows. There should have been a good response up in the notheast and the west/upper midwest cold areas. But some of us do not mind scraping windows- I am not one of them. One note- They used a previous post of mine as a testimonial- It was a totally unsolicited post and I previosly paid more for the kit and the remote than the deal that is available. Also I do not know why the shadetree mechanic would put one in down where people do not know what window frost is. This is the most usefull up here. I previously had a 5. 9 gas motor in a 2500. Its heat came up slow compared to a 4-banger car. The diesel heat takes forever without help.

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P. Campbell 1998. 5 ISB 2500 auto green/driftwood

[This message has been edited by Peter Campbell (edited 03-15-2000). ]

 

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I plan on ordering one before the 30th. Been waiting till the last minute because of $$

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Bill R
94 2500 SLT,4X4,5 Speed,3. 54 LSD... . Still looks brand new... .

[This message has been edited by HEMI®Dart (edited 03-15-2000). ]

 

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#ad
My order went in yesterday morning. Do not know when they expect to ship. Thanks to all who whipped up this deal!! #ad
#ad

 

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I'll make this the last reminder to kick this to the top of the forum and am letting it roll off the plate now.

 

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Sorry David it does not get cold enough on this side to justify me getting one, but Igive you a thumbs up for your leg work.

 

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CJ,
I'd rather have your climate in the winter but otherwise I love it here.

 

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I got mine David and I thank you and Espar for putting this together. If anyone is wavering and thinking they'll get one later, you better not wait. I don't think you'll ever see a better price!

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Rob Spading -- TDR Webmaster
1996 3500 CCab, 4X4, Black, Rickson 19. 5", Mag-Hytec Rear/Trans covers, Primeloc, TST 230/605, Westach Gauges, JRE 4" Exhaust, BD Valve Body & TC, American Toolbox/Tank -- -- Coming soon ... BD Brake, Torqloc, Pressure Lock, Espar Heater.

 

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Thanks Rob (and everyone),
Now if we can just do this with these performance toys... #ad

 

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Just talked to the salesman at ESPAR (the only way to use a Credit Card rather than COD). (phone number on the ESPAR web forms via my site)

He tells me I am not the only procrastinator.

HMMM, ESPAR and REMOTE inbound!! yee haa

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Green Monster's cyber garage (and TDR multimedia sandbox)

eventual replacement site

 

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I called Espar today too. Seems you have to talk to "Dave" for a credit card order. He leaves at 4:00pm EST. Will call tomorrow @ work.


One of the main reasons for purchasing an Espar Heater is no electrical outlet to plug into at work. This should be the solution #ad

 

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Don't forget to get the installation report submitted back to ESPAR by 4/30 to be entered in the multiple drawing for a cash rebate or a second ESPAR. See the president's letter via my website link.

 

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How much did you guys get charged for you Espar Heater, remote and shipping? My credit card says $1,107. 88 total? I thought it was $899 + $85 remote and roughly 20 bucks for shipping. Do they charge tax or something?

Confused #ad


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Bill R
94 2500 SLT,4X4,5 Speed,3. 54 LSD... . Still looks brand new... .

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Give David a call at ESPAR if you are concerned. He can be reached via the number on one of those web pages.

The number sounds like what I heard, but now that I think about it, you are right it sounds like tax.

Hmmmmm They don't do much mailorder stuff, perhaps an oversight.

 

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David,

I just noticed. Did we order our heaters out of Canada? Espar is based out of Canada I think. Maybe there is some sort of "duty?" when purchasing from canada? They didn`t sound french to me over the phone. . #ad


I called Espar when I got home from work, but they are closed for the weekend.

Bill R
94 2500 SLT,4X4,5 Speed,3. 54 LSD... . Still looks brand new... .

[This message has been edited by HEMI®Dart (edited 03-31-2000). ]

 

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You were talking to Michigan.

How long did yours take to arrive after the order was placed?

 

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It hasn`t come yet. Ordered march 30th

 

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COD charge $11, plus freight, and I believe a "custom's broker" charge. Package is shipped from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.