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Did I just get hornswaggled?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Ping, Jul 8, 2015.

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  1. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:02 AM
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    Ping

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    Ping [OP] The root of all suffering is expectation.

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    So... I ordered a set of Icon AALs from Wheelers Offroad, way back on May 26th. They finally came in yesterday after a "supply issue" and I am questioning that I even got the Icon's at all. There's no Icon labeling/stickers on them and the Icon installation instructions are not with them. The Icon website says they are proudly Made in USA. These are stamped "Made in Canada" and came with a generic U-bolt kit (WHE U7754X) and looks like their Wheelers kit, just put together to look like the Icons. Has anyone else come across this?
     
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  2. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:04 AM
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    Hornswaggled .. I think that will be my new insult.
     
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  3. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:04 AM
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    Some flags and center console divider... lots of things on the wanted list.
    You should probably take pictures and e-mail Wheelers instead. Or maybe call them. They have never done me wrong in any order.
    @Wheeler's Off-Road, Inc

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  4. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:05 AM
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    For realsies though .. Wheelers is pretty reputable but if in doubt post some pics and / or call icon themselves.
     
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  5. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:22 AM
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    Mr Salty "Give up the good to go for the great"

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    For the record just because a comp puts a "Made in the USA" sticker on their product or even claims its made in the USA doesn't mean it really is. Those mini packs are made by I believe Standen, which is a leaf spring manufacturer in Canada, hence the marking.
     
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  6. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:28 AM
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    Ping [OP] The root of all suffering is expectation.

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    I called Icon and they confirmed that things were not taken care of the way they were supposed to be. They are sending me out some swag and contacting Wheelers to discuss configuration control... If you want more details, PM me.
     
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  7. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:29 AM
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    Ping [OP] The root of all suffering is expectation.

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    Bingo Mr Salty!
     
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  8. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:31 AM
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    Ping [OP] The root of all suffering is expectation.

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    Hahaha yeah I didn't want to incur the wrath of the forum moderators if I titled my post how I really felt :boom:
     
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  9. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:32 AM
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    wheelers is a damn good place. Call them and see what they say they are super knowledgable.
     
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  10. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:41 AM
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    Personally I think 'Made in Canada' is a pretty darn good thing eh :)
     
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  11. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:45 AM
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  12. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:49 AM
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    tacomgee just ain't care....

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    When i dealt with @YotaDan at wheelers he was really helpful. Im sure if there was an issue they would make it right
     
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  13. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:51 AM
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    So what happened OP? Either Wheeler's is to blame or they are not?
     
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  14. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:53 AM
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    Hornswaggling at its finest! I'm sure it was a mistake of some sort though. Wheelers is known to be a very reputable company.
     
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  15. Jul 8, 2015 at 9:55 AM
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    Indeed. Which is why an explanation of what occurred should be posted instead of the silly "PM me" instruction.
     
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  19. Jul 8, 2015 at 10:03 AM
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    indeed ^
     
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  20. Jul 8, 2015 at 10:14 AM
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    I read that to mean bait-and-switch, and hope the customer doesn't notice.
     
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