View Full Version : Wilwood Big Brakes XB.....**FINAL PICS....I think**


trebor
11-02-2005, 09:07 PM
Many of you know I have these on order and it seems like theres alot of interest. I keep getting asked "When are they gonna get here" and " how much longer?" and my answer is "I have no idea!! Wish I knew."

So I sent them an email and here is the latest word as of today!! :D :cry:

To: trebor_draw@yahoo.com
Subject: RE: Haven't received invoice
Date: Wed, 2 Nov 2005 13:36:07 -0800

Hello Robert!

Thank you for your email!

I just emailed you a copy of your invoice, so you should receive that shortly.

As for the status of your order, it’s coming right along!

The Wilwood Front Kit should show up to us shortly. Work orders have been scheduled for your PBC Rear Kit.

At this point, I would estimate your order being shipped within about 2 weeks from now.

If you wouldn’t mind shooting me an email next Tuesday, I would appreciate it (so I can stay on top of this and make sure your order ships sooner rather than later.)

If you have any questions in the meantime, please be sure to let me know!

Thank You For Your Order!

Sincerely,

Joe McLaren
Customer Service
Precision Brakes Company
866-992-7253 Toll Free
541-482-2873 Fax
joe@precisionbrakescompany.com

shortbus05
11-02-2005, 09:31 PM
ohhh, i hate you!!!! not really, but you're making it too hard to keep up. lol

trebor
11-02-2005, 09:56 PM
Naww, don't worry, you have plenty of time, I've already been waiting like 3 weeks for them. :cry: :rofl:

shortbus05
11-02-2005, 10:21 PM
you would think air ride would make your ride stand out, but noooooo you get these guys with carbon fiber and big brake kits, and too much money!

jaketinaboxer
11-02-2005, 10:58 PM
i just wanted you to know, that i've emailed them and notified them of your change of adress, yeah, now you live on southside !!!!!

FrankenScion
11-02-2005, 11:29 PM
:rofl:


I can't wait see them Robert. :shock:

trebor
11-02-2005, 11:42 PM
i just wanted you to know, that i've emailed them and notified them of your change of adress, yeah, now you live on southside !!!!!

And I bet you gave them your address instead!!!! :P

firstkingofbeer
11-02-2005, 11:51 PM
no actually he gave my address. since im collecting all the stock parts so i can eventually put it all together to make my very own scion!

sk8erpunk90
11-03-2005, 12:27 AM
dang dude. that sucks! it's already been awhile since you ordered them and it's going to be 2 more weeks! I wouldn't be too pleased. :nope:

trebor
11-03-2005, 12:40 AM
dang dude. that sucks! it's already been awhile since you ordered them and it's going to be 2 more weeks! I wouldn't be too pleased. :nope:

Yeah, and you gotta figure another week for UPS to get them here too, so more like three weeks!! :cry:

But they gotta powdercoat all the calipers to match and the rears are made to order so it just takes awhile, otherwise the front set would come straight to my house instead of going to their shop first. Waiting isn't killing me but, the real sucky part is that when they DO get here, it's gonna be freakin' cold out!!! And I HATE workin' in the cold..................

shortbus05
11-03-2005, 12:41 AM
i'm always down to help out

GloriousMidget
11-03-2005, 12:43 AM
Do they come with rear disc brakes also?

trebor
11-03-2005, 03:19 AM
Do they come with rear disc brakes also?

Absolutely!!! :D

Big_Vdub
11-03-2005, 06:12 AM
Give me a shout when you are ready to put them in. I just want to come watch so I will know if I want to invest in a set or not :rofl: . Just kiddin. I have got alot of tools and might be able to get ahold of a pneumatic brake bleeder.

jaketinaboxer
11-05-2005, 10:18 PM
we can always find a shop to work in, so that no one has to install in the cold, and yes there coming to my house and ryan gets my stock brakes. lol
i may not be able to afford big brakes yet, so i painted my calipers the other day.

trebor
11-06-2005, 06:11 AM
Did you paint your drums too? :doh:

FrankenScion
11-06-2005, 01:33 PM
I painted mine!

But, I painted them black to hide them more...........lol.

trebor
11-09-2005, 02:37 PM
Here's my latest update!!! Looks like they will be done soon!
Here's the email I recieved...........

From: "Joe McLaren" <joe@precisionbrakescompany.com>
To: "'Robert Ward'" <trebor_draw@yahoo.com>
Subject: RE: Your requested email
Date: Tue, 8 Nov 2005 15:04:05 -0800

Hello Robert!

Thank you for your email!

I just checked up on your order and it looks like most of your work orders will be done very shortly.

Powder coating should happen this Friday, parking brake assembly and spacers should be done tomorrow, and the hats should be done today. The rotors should be ready by the beginning of next week.

If you would just email me again this coming Friday, I would appreciate it (so I can check on this again and make sure stuff got done.)

If you have any other questions in the meantime, please be sure to let me know!

Thank You For Your Order!

Sincerely,

Joe McLaren
Customer Service
Precision Brakes Company
866-992-7253 Toll Free
541-482-2873 Fax
joe@precisionbrakescompany.com

jaketinaboxer
11-09-2005, 04:57 PM
no i didn't do the drums, just the calipers

trebor
11-21-2005, 08:11 PM
Okay........... I guess they decided that slower is better....... :cry:

That's okay though, I've decided that I'm not gonna put them on til' spring anyways!! :no: So I can run my steelies all through the winter!!! :P

Here's the latest update:
Fri, 18 Nov 2005 13:35:52 -0800

Hello Robert!

Thank you for your email!

I just checked up on your order and it looks like there are still a bunch of parts that need work orders finished up on them before they will be ready to ship.

Unfortunately, at this point I am thinking it may still be another 1.5 to 2 weeks before this all goes out, but it is very possible it could be sooner.

I will keep a note to give you an update about the middle of next week.

If you have any other questions in the meantime, please be sure to let me know!

Thank You For Your Order!

Sincerely,

Joe McLaren
Customer Service
Precision Brakes Company
866-992-7253 Toll Free
541-482-2873 Fax
joe@precisionbrakescompany.com

GloriousMidget
11-22-2005, 12:35 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! :D :D

trebor
11-22-2005, 12:41 AM
Thanx!!! :P

trebor
12-12-2005, 08:11 PM
I've heard it all before, let's hope this is accurate......... :nails:

From: "Joe McLaren" <joe@precisionbrakescompany.com>
To: "'Robert Ward'" <trebor_draw@yahoo.com>
Subject: Your Order
Date: Mon, 12 Dec 2005 07:48:07 -0800

Hello Robert!

I just finished following up on your order.

It looks like the rotors still need some minor modifications, we still need to get your parking brake assemblies together, and then there’s just a couple of miscellaneous pieces of hardware that need to be fabricated and we’re all done.

At this point, I would probably have to say possibly another week and a half to ship, but it could be sooner since there’s not that much left to finish.

If you have any other questions at all, please be sure to let me know!

Thank You For Your Order!

Sincerely,

Joe McLaren
Customer Service
Precision Brakes Company
866-992-7253 Toll Free
541-482-2873 Fax
joe@precisionbrakescompany.com

firstkingofbeer
12-12-2005, 08:18 PM
sounds like they are almost here to be put on your car

jaketinaboxer
12-13-2005, 09:45 PM
how many times has he said one more week?

trebor
12-14-2005, 08:00 PM
Too many to count, kinda reminds me of that movie The Money Pit........how long will it take?........Two weeks..........

trebor
12-23-2005, 12:30 AM
:yawn: Today's Update....... :yawn:

From: "Joe McLaren" <joe@precisionbrakescompany.com>
To: "'Robert Ward'" <trebor_draw@yahoo.com>
Subject: RE: My order
Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2005 16:52:18 -0800

Hello Robert!

I just talked to my shop guys and they told me you are very close to being completely done. They have just a few minor things to do on the parking brake calipers and they need a couple of brackets finished and that’s all. They are hoping to finish it by tomorrow, but are unable to guarantee it for me at this point.

I will check with them again tomorrow to see what I can find out and I will let you know.

If you have any other questions in the meantime, please be sure to let me know!

Thank You For Your Order and You Patience!

Sincerely,

Joe McLaren
Customer Service
Precision Brakes Company
866-992-7253 Toll Free
541-482-2873 Fax
joe@precisionbrakescompany.com

firstkingofbeer
12-23-2005, 01:03 AM
i think they should start paying you for being so patient!

mafiamike
12-23-2005, 09:07 PM
Fo sho! Luckily you don't need them until show season

trebor
12-23-2005, 09:56 PM
And the waiting continues.............. :yawn:

I got this one today. :eyes:

From: "Joe McLaren" <joe@precisionbrakescompany.com>
To: "'Robert Ward'" <trebor_draw@yahoo.com>
Subject: RE: My order
Date: Fri, 23 Dec 2005 09:58:07 -0800

Hello Robert!

I confirmed with my shop today that they will not be able to finish the items in your kit until this coming Tuesday. They said you will ship no later that Wednesday of next week.

If you have any other questions in the meantime, please be sure to let me know!

Thank You For Your Order!

Sincerely,

Joe McLaren
Customer Service
Precision Brakes Company
866-992-7253 Toll Free
541-482-2873 Fax
joe@precisionbrakescompany.com

Big_Vdub
12-23-2005, 10:17 PM
As long as this has taken, those things better fit and work perfect don't ya think

FrankenScion
12-23-2005, 10:25 PM
I'm thinking they should knock off some money.

mafiamike
12-23-2005, 11:23 PM
Sho nuff...Atleast it's not like with Jeremy's bag and you needed it.

whatmovesu
12-24-2005, 12:40 AM
I'm coming in on the back end of this but exactly how LONG have they kept you waiting? If it is months isn't their some recourse you can take with the state attorney or sumthing???

trebor
12-24-2005, 03:26 AM
I'm coming in on the back end of this but exactly how LONG have they kept you waiting? If it is months isn't their some recourse you can take with the state attorney or sumthing???

I don't remember the exact date but I think I've been waiting since around late Sept.!! :yawn:

I'm not interested in stirring anything up for this company, I'm sure their legit. It's somewhat a custom piece and it's always been understood that I would be waiting for them, I had read from some other buyers that it would take around 8wks but I was told by Precision Brakes that it take more like 3wks. That's the part that's kinda upsetting, I really appreciate honesty. :tap:

The people that I've spoken too there have all been really cool helpful guys and their customer service rep has been excellent about keeping me up to date..........hook, line and sinker!! :lol:

I don't plan on installing them until March anyways, but if this mild/weak winter holds up, I will do it sooner!! :P

trebor
12-29-2005, 11:05 PM
:rolling: :rolling: :D :D :D :D :D :D :rolling: :rolling:

-------------->Just checked FedEx and looks like they are scheduled to arrive on Jan. 5th!! :pray:
-------------->The total weight being shipped is 101lbs !!!!!! :eyes:

From: "Joe McLaren" <joe@precisionbrakescompany.com>
To: "'Robert Ward'" <trebor_draw@yahoo.com>
Subject: RE: My order
Date: Thu, 29 Dec 2005 15:28:43 -0800

Hello Robert!

Thank you for your email!

There are two packages shipping out to you today via Fedex Tracking #XXXXXXX and #XXXXXXXX.

You should be able to track this through the Fedex website starting tomorrow.

If you have any other questions, please be sure to let me know!

Thank You For Your Order!

Sincerely,

Joe McLaren
Customer Service
Precision Brakes Company
866-992-7253 Toll Free
541-482-2873 Fax
joe@precisionbrakescompany.com

FrankenScion
12-29-2005, 11:48 PM
:clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

firstkingofbeer
12-30-2005, 01:24 AM
its about damn time

whatmovesu
12-30-2005, 03:30 AM
finally :)

Big_Vdub
12-30-2005, 06:45 AM
It's about time. I definately gotta check those things out.

jaketinaboxer
12-30-2005, 03:01 PM
waiting on an install date, i'm really looking forward to seeing them in action

trebor
12-31-2005, 02:41 AM
heh heh, me too :)

trebor
01-05-2006, 09:45 PM
After a long wait.....they finally arrived!!! :clap:

On the doorstep.................

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/124575331.jpg

Greetings......

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/124575338.jpg

This is most of it...........

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/124575341.jpg

Vented, cross-drilled, slotted..............

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/124575343.jpg

I still have one last package coming that they sent late, it contains the parking brake assemblies. They will be here saturday. :P

GloriousMidget
01-05-2006, 11:31 PM
Wow! Worth the wait! Looks super :love: :bow:

FrankenScion
01-05-2006, 11:56 PM
That is worthy of it's very own install party!

:clap: :clap:

Big_Vdub
01-06-2006, 12:03 AM
I will be there for moral support and drinking jager

FrankenScion
01-06-2006, 12:05 AM
I have Jager in my freezer waiting on you. :wink:

BrideOfFrankenScion
01-06-2006, 02:06 AM
:P Somehow I think we ended up with more alcohol after xmas and New Years. We killed the Jack and Crown but ended up with Jaqer and Bacardi. Drive up here and drink this Jager, Vaughn.

Big_Vdub
01-06-2006, 02:20 AM
Drive up here and drink this Jager, Vaughn. Just tell me when

InTheWASide
01-06-2006, 07:57 PM
:P Somehow I think we ended up with more alcohol after xmas and New Years. We killed the Jack and Crown but ended up with Jaqer and Bacardi. Drive up here and drink this Jager, Vaughn.

God... I really hate it when people beg me to come to their place and drink all their booze... :tap:

What about you guys?

:rofl:

mafiamike
01-06-2006, 09:08 PM
So, when are the brakes going in? I couldn't wait if I were you!

trebor
01-06-2006, 11:10 PM
I prolly won't feel like it when I get back Saturday, so maybe I can get the fronts done on Sunday. We're supposed to have nice weather all weekend!! I'd hate to waste that. :D

trebor
01-07-2006, 12:06 AM
Maybe tomorrow, you never know..........

FrankenScion
01-07-2006, 12:11 AM
So much for spring. :eyebrow:

trebor
01-07-2006, 12:15 AM
so much for winter......... :wink: :rofl:

Big_Vdub
01-07-2006, 01:08 PM
Couldn't get the break bleeder after calling in sick. Sorry. Will definately be there sunday if you want the help. Went out last night so prolly won't be going out tonight. :clap:

trebor
01-07-2006, 08:26 PM
I'm pretty sleepy :yawn: , worked all night so I might not get to far on it today, I'll definately be working on it tomorrow. Your welcome to come over if you want. :P

Big_Vdub
01-09-2006, 04:11 AM
Can't wait until pictures are posted because the are bada$$ :bow: :bow:

firstkingofbeer
01-09-2006, 08:09 AM
that they are!!!

trebor
01-09-2006, 03:20 PM
I'll try and take some pics today. :P

GloriousMidget
01-09-2006, 06:45 PM
:tap: :tap: :tap:

trebor
01-09-2006, 08:58 PM
Finally!! We're at the end of this big brake journey!!!!

Finally installed them yesterday. Thank you Vaughn and Ryan for all your help, they wouldn't be done yet if not for you two!! Vaughn especially....mad props to you for helping out all day long till long after dark !!!!! :clap:

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/125135599.jpg

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/125135598.jpg

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/125135595.jpg

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/125135593.jpg

http://pic16.picturetrail.com/VOL678/3815349/9010467/125135591.jpg


:D Sorry, the cars not that clean, it's too cold out to wash it!!

Oni-Haya
01-09-2006, 09:28 PM
Robert ... those brakes would look soooo much better on my car ... :rofl:

They look very nice ... :bow: ... we are all now in envy status!

PAPAS_RIDE
01-09-2006, 10:24 PM
Rabert

those brake look soo good they bring your car out good job for all

Randy

mafiamike
01-09-2006, 11:14 PM
Honestly, your money was well spent. :bow:

FrankenScion
01-09-2006, 11:23 PM
Incredible!

I agree with Mike, money well spent. :clap:

You should post out in the regular xB forums so everyone can see them.

trebor
01-09-2006, 11:29 PM
Thanks guys!! :P Here's my other post on these:


http://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=100618

hayalex6
01-09-2006, 11:37 PM
omg hot,

i love

shortbus05
01-10-2006, 12:18 AM
those are amazingly hot, if i had the money i would definately rock those.

Big_Vdub
01-10-2006, 06:25 AM
No problem Robert. I can't believe how good they look. Looked great at night but even better in the daytime. You most definately gotta keep those big wheels. Showed my pics around the shop tonight and the guys loved them but agreed keep the big wheels.