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Old 11-15-06 | 01:46 PM
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Ray Crowe is the man

He's probably getting sick of hearing it, but he's good. Ordered a set of pillow ball bushings from him, got them in BLAZING fast time, and he even threw a little extra hardware that I needed in there. WAY beyond the call of duty. The economy would be an order of magnitude more efficient if everyone had his attitude about service.

Thanks Ray.

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Old 11-15-06 | 02:24 PM
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yes, ray crowe is the shiznats
Old 11-15-06 | 02:29 PM
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I got the same great service, price, and speed of delivery.
Old 11-15-06 | 02:31 PM
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the man really knows his sh*t. i love the fact that he knows the cars inside and out and when you can't find a part number, he seems to know it off the top of his head. whats even better is he gets things for you, even when he doesn't have them instock, faster than most people that stock them can... and still at a better price!
Old 11-15-06 | 02:31 PM
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^^^ditto
Old 11-15-06 | 02:33 PM
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I don't know what we'd without Ray. Once he retires, it'll be back to looking up part #s and dealing with parts counter retards.....
Old 11-15-06 | 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by GoodfellaFD3S
I don't know what we'd without Ray. Once he retires, it'll be back to looking up part #s and dealing with parts counter retards.....
you just exactly described all the people ive dealt with at local dealership part centers.
Old 11-15-06 | 04:53 PM
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https://www.rx7club.com/west-rx-7-forum-193/team-vallejo-mazda-bunch-idiots-597176/

I fail!
Old 11-15-06 | 04:58 PM
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How can i order without calling him? Does he have a website? Maybe he doesent ship overseas?
Old 11-15-06 | 05:06 PM
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He works at a dealership, i don't think he's got a website. He'll probably ship overseas though. i guess.

What is the going rate on pillowballs nowadays?

No kidding on the parts counter guys. The last time I picked up some spark plugs the guy said "i'm glad you know what you need because i sure don't." Darn 12 year old sports car.
Old 11-15-06 | 05:21 PM
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Ahh, ok. Im to chicken to call with my english.

"Ehh... Öhh... hi... Sweden calling..." lol
Old 11-15-06 | 06:50 PM
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I doubt Ray could beat your prices at home, with shipping. Sweden is what, just West of Iowa?
Old 11-15-06 | 06:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Zebb
How can i order without calling him? Does he have a website? Maybe he doesent ship overseas?
He ships internationally. You can email him at hmkparts@aol.com
Old 11-16-06 | 06:05 AM
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Everything for the FD is ultraexpensive here in Sweden. They only sold 5 cars here so im lucky if they know what car im talking about. "Rotary? Never heard of it..."

Thanks for the address Goodfella.
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Ray for President
Old 11-16-06 | 07:25 AM
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anyone know if he accepts paypal..
Old 11-16-06 | 08:22 AM
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anyone know if he accepts paypal..
No paypal. c/c's are my weapon of choice when dealing with ray
Old 11-16-06 | 08:48 AM
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Yes he is the man! I deal with him on a weekly/almost daily basis and he always comes through for me. And yes I feel what everyone is saying about when he retires, because his knowledge of third gen parts is the BEST in the bizz!
~Jonathan
Old 11-16-06 | 10:11 AM
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If Ray steps down I think Tracy will step up as the new 3rd gen quasi-guru. I have the pivilege of knowing the Malloy crew personally because I only live 30 mins away (when I'm in the US). I can tell you that they are as nice in person as they are over the phone. And Rich, I heard Tracy had the hots for you....

(starting rumors...)
Old 11-16-06 | 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by wanklin
If Ray steps down I think Tracy will step up as the new 3rd gen quasi-guru. I have the pivilege of knowing the Malloy crew personally because I only live 30 mins away (when I'm in the US). I can tell you that they are as nice in person as they are over the phone. And Rich, I heard Tracy had the hots for you....

(starting rumors...)
^^ uhh ohh!!!! rich and tracy sitting in a.......never mind....
Old 11-16-06 | 01:18 PM
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I wonder how many times Ray's won "Mazda Parts Salesman of the Year"? Malloy got lucky in finding him.
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Originally Posted by wanklin
If Ray steps down I think Tracy will step up as the new 3rd gen quasi-guru. I have the pivilege of knowing the Malloy crew personally because I only live 30 mins away (when I'm in the US). I can tell you that they are as nice in person as they are over the phone. And Rich, I heard Tracy had the hots for you....

(starting rumors...)
Nah, I heard Kelly wanted to take a ride on my pony
Old 11-16-06 | 07:01 PM
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nah, Kelly's my girl. Back off sucka.
Old 11-16-06 | 08:29 PM
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Originally Posted by VegasFD
I wonder how many times Ray's won "Mazda Parts Salesman of the Year"? Malloy got lucky in finding him.
yeah, no kidding! it'd be fun to see how his sales compare to others'...
Old 11-20-06 | 01:39 PM
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My 2 cents.

I concur with my fellow FD owners....Ray IS the man. Thanks again Ray.


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