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Dammit! Melted Rr. Bumper from Exhaust Tip.

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by SoCalBPrius, May 31, 2012.

  1. NineScorpions

    NineScorpions Economy, Meet Style!!

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    sorry to see this happen SoCal :( You are taking it better than I would have.

    The logical thing to do here now is let it consume the bumper so you can claim it and get a sweet aftermarket rear bumper :cool: But then there is that annoying deductible.
     
  2. SoCalBPrius

    SoCalBPrius Active Member

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    Haha, thanks & yeah I'm waiting for something bigger to happen as I have a nickel size door ding that I got awhile back in Vegas that needs a fixin too. My prius been getting into some rotten luck on trips lately:eek:. Good thing I had fun on both trips:).
     
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    I don't mean this as any evaluation of the OP's reaction or actions.

    But you're dealing with an E-Bay Seller based in China?
    You'll be lucky if you get the product price refunded. I think trying to get any other level of compensation back would be a nightmare.
    Your best bet it to hope you do get the purchase price refunded. Warn as many people as you can (which you are doing). Fix your bumper and then move on from the situation.
     
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    We're dealing with ebay/paypal here. It's easy to get anything refunded if you open a dispute. But, I agree, don't expect any compensation for the damage, etc.
     
  5. SoCalBPrius

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    I received a full refund for the product cost this morning. I'm moving on:).
     
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    Good to know on both accounts.

    Thanks, again, for sharing this with those of us that might be inclined to purchase and install something similar.

    Your pics are ample warning!

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    Thank you & it was my pleasure to warn my prius brothers:). Oh, & I don't think I'll be installing any exhaust tip unless I know for sure it's safe :D.
     
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