Mick54 Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 (edited) Has anyone had any dealings with this US based online store? They have Lowrance products at a good price. I was asking because I purchased one two weeks ago and they still have not shipped it and don't answer my calls or emails. more of a warning for others!!!!!!!!!!!! Edited July 20, 2012 by Mick54 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plumb Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 I brought a lowrance elete 5x off them via an online auction site. The unit had carrosion on one of the fuses, when I finally got in contact with them I would have had to post it back as there not covered by Australian warranties. They were happy to take it back but I dident want to wait. Lucky I was able to cut and trim the wire and replace the fuse. Just My two cents but in Aus from a shop where you can talk to someone. Cheers Luke Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oz_brett Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 I have heard they dont all have metric on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheap charlie Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Has anyone had any dealings with this US based online store? They have Lowrance products at a good price Some units are US specific only and are locked to only operate in that region. Just make sure if you do buy that it's cheap enough to warrant having essentially no warranty and I would imagine limited product support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick54 Posted July 20, 2012 Author Share Posted July 20, 2012 I brought a lowrance elete 5x off them via an online auction site. The unit had carrosion on one of the fuses, when I finally got in contact with them I would have had to post it back as there not covered by Australian warranties. They were happy to take it back but I dident want to wait. Lucky I was able to cut and trim the wire and replace the fuse. Just My two cents but in Aus from a shop where you can talk to someone. Cheers Luke Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks for your reply Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick54 Posted July 20, 2012 Author Share Posted July 20, 2012 I have heard they dont all have metric on them. They do advertise non US versions that even come with Navionics Gold Aust Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blood Knot Posted July 20, 2012 Share Posted July 20, 2012 I brought a lowrance elete 5x off them via an online auction site. The unit had carrosion on one of the fuses, when I finally got in contact with them I would have had to post it back as there not covered by Australian warranties. They were happy to take it back but I dident want to wait. Lucky I was able to cut and trim the wire and replace the fuse. Just My two cents buy in Aus from a shop where you can talk to someone. Cheers Luke Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Good advice see our site sponsor Huett Marine Cheers Blood Knot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squizzytaylor Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 Mick about 6 months ago I ordered a "refurb" HDS5X 83/200 off them via online shop, nothing for about 3 weeks and one of thier sales staff was BSing about lead times ex USA etc which was rubbish as I had paid for express shipping (3 days). I fianally got onto the business owner who admitted thay did not have stock due to a delay by Lowrance USA, at that stage he upgraded me to a brand new HDS5X 50/200 and I had it 3 days later, there online shop ads have a phone number, use it and you will get results, also they have a facebook page use it and you will get results quick!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick54 Posted July 25, 2012 Author Share Posted July 25, 2012 Mick about 6 months ago I ordered a "refurb" HDS5X 83/200 off them via online shop, nothing for about 3 weeks and one of thier sales staff was BSing about lead times ex USA etc which was rubbish as I had paid for express shipping (3 days). I fianally got onto the business owner who admitted thay did not have stock due to a delay by Lowrance USA, at that stage he upgraded me to a brand new HDS5X 50/200 and I had it 3 days later, there online shop ads have a phone number, use it and you will get results, also they have a facebook page use it and you will get results quick!! Took your advice and things have started moving. Thanks for your post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squizzytaylor Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Took your advice and things have started moving. Thanks for your post Glad to help mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick54 Posted August 22, 2012 Author Share Posted August 22, 2012 It has now been seven weeks since I placed my order and it has still not arrived. Has a pay pal dispute with them and they talked me into cancelling it with the promise of a discount and priority shipping. About to open a new pay pal dispute to get a refund. Buyers beware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick54 Posted September 2, 2012 Author Share Posted September 2, 2012 Package finally arrived Friday. Eight weeks to the day after placing my original order. Opened box and they sent a fishfinder instead of the combo unit I ordered. Now have to send it back and await replacement. Hope I have it for Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick54 Posted October 27, 2012 Author Share Posted October 27, 2012 Just to let everyone know, finally received the correct product but almost 3 months after my initial order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheap charlie Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 How much did you save compared to buying local? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick54 Posted October 28, 2012 Author Share Posted October 28, 2012 How much did you save compared to buying local? I paid $608 incl postage for a Lowrance Elite 5 DSI combo. Saved about $300 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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