Berk Exhaust (...2 months later)

My135 · 06-22-2009, 12:25 PM

To some degree, I agreed with you. But you have to understand, the coating is done by 3rd party and they have no control over their quality. As a small company, they don't have the budget to build several prototypes and test it out like GM or BMW. As long as they provide a hassle free upgrade to a better system to correct the encountered problem, this is the best they can do. As a consumer, I think they are already doing their best. Besides, this is not a $2000 exhaust system, you get what you paid for.

PL99 · 06-22-2009, 04:01 PM

I would still be upset if I had to pay someone to put a new exhaust on my car again though... Still good work by Berk to step up like this

oneintheory · 06-22-2009, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by PL99

I would still be upset if I had to pay someone to put a new exhaust on my car again though... Still good work by Berk to step up like this

so do it yourself. its easy.

oneintheory · 06-22-2009, 06:10 PM

Called up today and got things straight...

MadMan77 · 06-22-2009, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by oneintheory

Called up today and got things straight...

That is good. Are you going to wait until August to get the SS version?

BerkTechnology · 06-24-2009, 06:00 PM

If any of you any questions please feel free to contact us and eta on the ss model is still August

scorcherjf · 07-24-2009, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by BerkTechnology

If any of you any questions please feel free to contact us and eta on the ss model is still August

Any more specific than that? Early august? Late august? I looked under my car recently and noticed some rust spots too =(

And I have to leave for school late august so I'd like to have it sorted out by then!

BahamaBart · 08-02-2009, 05:45 PM

So has anyone actually returned a system?

oneintheory · 08-02-2009, 05:57 PM

No...the new one isn't available yet. Why would I return it for the same one?

imported_mega · 08-03-2009, 07:39 AM

still cant find anywhere that sells the berk axleback exhaust, a few of us in another thread have been looking

anyone know?

My135 · 08-03-2009, 09:25 AM

Go to the commercial section and search. I believe Vivid Racing is selling their stuff.

imported_mega · 08-03-2009, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by My135

Go to the commercial section and search. I believe Vivid Racing is selling their stuff.

if vivid sells them, they must be hiding them, I cant find them on their website

oneintheory · 08-03-2009, 01:42 PM

http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/b...7-p-60891.html

carlosii · 08-03-2009, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by imported_mega

if vivid sells them, they must be hiding them, I cant find them on their website

Be aware of VividRacing

... They sell great products but their costumer service is the worst... If any other company sell the product, buy it from the other company...

Just my 2 cents...

HondaGoneRogue · 08-03-2009, 05:27 PM

I had a Greddy turbo kit on my 06 Civic, the piggy back ecu was fried, (got it on ebay) Vivid hooked it up quick-fast. Got a new part free in 3 days to europe. And that was a 700 dollar part bought third party. Great guys in my experience. Just sayin.

Yes2m3cs · 08-03-2009, 06:09 PM

I bought my Berk Exhaust from Dan at Vivid and he provided great service from start to finish.

I still love my berk exhaust after 3 months

Brian

carlosii · 08-03-2009, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by xG35guy

I bought my Berk Exhaust from Dan at Vivid and he provided great service from start to finish.

I still love my berk exhaust after 3 months

Brian

Well, I'm an unlucky one...

HondaGoneRogue · 08-03-2009, 09:24 PM

Yeah, I've been that guy more than a couple of times. Trust me.

gemini330zhp · 08-03-2009, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by BerkTechnology

Hello all,

Berk Technology is committed to providing our clients with the highest level of support and dedication to manufacturing the highest quality track tested & dyno proven parts.

We spoke with the vendor who handled the coating on 5 of them. They suspect that they may not have properly media blasted the tubing before they coated them. The other 15 of them have been coated by Jet Hot or Embee Performance and I've never had a problem with any of their coatings.

If you have one of these exhausts with the defective ceramic coating Berk Technology will REPLACE your exhaust will a full stainless steel exhaust w/ polished tips. Your old exhaust must be sent to Berk Technology using a prepaid shipping method. The shipping charges to you will be free of charge within the 48 states. You will need to call and speak with one of our representatives to arrange for the exhaust swap. (714) 546-BERK.

We strive to produce the highest quality products all backed by our commitment to excellence in service.

All the best,
Bryan
General Manager
Berk Technology Inc.

Now thats backing up a product!!!!!!!!

ramair311 · 08-15-2009, 05:11 PM

Any updates in the last two weeks on both the OP who was having his system replaced with proper SS and when the new improved product will be shipping?

oneintheory · 08-15-2009, 09:05 PM

Still nada.

BahamaBart · 09-03-2009, 08:10 PM

so

where are we at?

has anyone received the new SS pipes?

06-22-2009, 12:25 PM	#45
My135 Lieutenant Colonel 87 Rep 1,609 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	To some degree, I agreed with you. But you have to understand, the coating is done by 3rd party and they have no control over their quality. As a small company, they don't have the budget to build several prototypes and test it out like GM or BMW. As long as they provide a hassle free upgrade to a better system to correct the encountered problem, this is the best they can do. As a consumer, I think they are already doing their best. Besides, this is not a $2000 exhaust system, you get what you paid for. __________________ 7/08 135 Coupe, Crimson Red, 6 SP, Sport, Taupe Lette/Aluminum. Performance Mods: JB4 on Map 5, BMS DP Fix V3, Injen polished intake, AR Catless DP, Maddad resonated mid-pipes, aFe exhaust polished tips, ST Suspension Coil Over and Hotchkis front sway bar. Others: BMS OCC, BT Scanner, Mud Flap. Next Mods: AA Front Strut Brace.
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06-22-2009, 04:01 PM	#46
PL99 Enlisted Member 5 Rep 47 Posts Drives: 08 JB 135i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Buffalo, NY iTrader: (0)	I would still be upset if I had to pay someone to put a new exhaust on my car again though... Still good work by Berk to step up like this
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06-22-2009, 06:10 PM	#48
oneintheory no longer a BMW owner 154 Rep 1,463 Posts Drives: 2011 Ford Edge Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Suffolk/Chesapeake, VA iTrader: (0)	Called up today and got things straight...
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06-24-2009, 06:00 PM	#50
BerkTechnology Lieutenant Colonel 223 Rep 1,565 Posts Drives: Fast Join Date: May 2008 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (1)	If any of you any questions please feel free to contact us and eta on the ss model is still August
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08-02-2009, 05:45 PM	#52
BahamaBart Lieutenant 30 Rep 586 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: in front of you iTrader: (0)	So has anyone actually returned a system?
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08-02-2009, 05:57 PM	#53
oneintheory no longer a BMW owner 154 Rep 1,463 Posts Drives: 2011 Ford Edge Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Suffolk/Chesapeake, VA iTrader: (0)	No...the new one isn't available yet. Why would I return it for the same one?
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08-03-2009, 07:39 AM	#54
imported_mega Colonel 124 Rep 2,204 Posts Drives: various bmw's Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: neverland iTrader: (0)	still cant find anywhere that sells the berk axleback exhaust, a few of us in another thread have been looking anyone know? __________________ You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape. Driving e82, e72, e85, R53 Gone but not forgotten.. 1974 2002, many various 3s.
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08-03-2009, 09:25 AM	#55
My135 Lieutenant Colonel 87 Rep 1,609 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	Go to the commercial section and search. I believe Vivid Racing is selling their stuff. __________________ 7/08 135 Coupe, Crimson Red, 6 SP, Sport, Taupe Lette/Aluminum. Performance Mods: JB4 on Map 5, BMS DP Fix V3, Injen polished intake, AR Catless DP, Maddad resonated mid-pipes, aFe exhaust polished tips, ST Suspension Coil Over and Hotchkis front sway bar. Others: BMS OCC, BT Scanner, Mud Flap. Next Mods: AA Front Strut Brace.
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08-03-2009, 01:42 PM	#57
oneintheory no longer a BMW owner 154 Rep 1,463 Posts Drives: 2011 Ford Edge Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Suffolk/Chesapeake, VA iTrader: (0)	http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/b...7-p-60891.html
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08-03-2009, 05:27 PM	#59
HondaGoneRogue They like my Swag... 433 Rep 3,762 Posts Drives: 15 GSM 435i GC Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: South Dakota iTrader: (4) Garage List 2015 435i Gran Coupe [0.00]	I had a Greddy turbo kit on my 06 Civic, the piggy back ecu was fried, (got it on ebay) Vivid hooked it up quick-fast. Got a new part free in 3 days to europe. And that was a 700 dollar part bought third party. Great guys in my experience. Just sayin. __________________ 2015 435i Gran Coupe - Current 2008 AW 135i - Sold
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08-03-2009, 06:09 PM	#60
Yes2m3cs Captain 155 Rep 851 Posts Drives: 2018 M3CS 2016 M4 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sunshine State iTrader: (2)	I bought my Berk Exhaust from Dan at Vivid and he provided great service from start to finish. I still love my berk exhaust after 3 months Brian __________________ 2018 M3CS - Alpine White 2016 BMW M4 - Vorsteiner \| Michelin MPSS \| Dinan \| Swift \| M Performance Carbon Everything (Garage Queen) 2016 VW GTI - Unitronic Stage 1 Tune \| AWE Track Edition Exhaust (Daily Driver)
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08-03-2009, 09:24 PM	#62
HondaGoneRogue They like my Swag... 433 Rep 3,762 Posts Drives: 15 GSM 435i GC Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: South Dakota iTrader: (4) Garage List 2015 435i Gran Coupe [0.00]	Yeah, I've been that guy more than a couple of times. Trust me. __________________ 2015 435i Gran Coupe - Current 2008 AW 135i - Sold
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08-15-2009, 05:11 PM	#64
ramair311 Second Lieutenant 60 Rep 269 Posts Drives: M235i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Denver iTrader: (2)	Any updates in the last two weeks on both the OP who was having his system replaced with proper SS and when the new improved product will be shipping?
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08-15-2009, 09:05 PM	#65
oneintheory no longer a BMW owner 154 Rep 1,463 Posts Drives: 2011 Ford Edge Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Suffolk/Chesapeake, VA iTrader: (0)	Still nada.
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09-03-2009, 08:10 PM	#66
BahamaBart Lieutenant 30 Rep 586 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: in front of you iTrader: (0)	so where are we at? has anyone received the new SS pipes? __________________ 2009 135i Black on Black Options\|Leather\| Sport Package\| Premium Stereo\| Steering Assist \| V1 Engine MODS\| JB4 install \| AR DPs \| Berk Axleback \| ITG Filter \| BHS OCC \| Exterior Bling\| Kerscher splitter \| Interior Bling \| Bimmian pedals \| 3P Cars gauage \|
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