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I have read the posts on the other thread and wanted to refrain from adding to the vitriol. I try to be respectful of all, and understand people can have different opinions and be passionate about their opinions (oil, IMSB, etc.).
I don't know Particlewave, I think his name is Charles, other to know that he seems to be a very helpful forum member when it comes to headlight knowledge and advice. I've appreciated his posts and videos on the subject.
I do have have some direct experience with Pedro, and this does make me biased. I've spoken with him on the phone, emailed back and forth with questions, and finally stood and talked with him in his garage when I bought my car from him. He never tried to "sell" me on anything, never pressured me, and certainly didn't gouge me. I paid a healthy, but fair price for a fantastic car - considering the condition it was in and the work and upgrades he put into it. He was only kind, patient, courteous and quite obviously knowledgeable and passionate about racing, Porsches and of course, 986 Boxsters. He also explained his relationship with Miguel from TuneRS Motorsports and the DOF product without being asked. Clearly, he is out to make a profit as he should be. If he wants to work with the other vendor to rebrand their product and sell it on his site, I have no problems with that. People don't seem to mind buying from him based on his reputation in the Boxster community and the knowledge and customer service he provides - at no charge. As others have said, no one is forcing you to spend your money with him. Do research and make decisions as we all do.
That being said, I think there were other and better ways for PW to deal with this issue - which clearly bothers him - and I wonder why he didn't pick up the phone. When you call Pedro, it is Pedro who answers (well, there's no one else [emoji6]). If PW got no satisfaction, then he could post about other cheaper OBD products he recommends as alternatives. Calling some out or attacking their reputation publicly is not good form, but quite common in the age of the Internet.
I would buy from Pedro again in a heartbeat, and if anyone wants to PM me I could expand on my thoughts and provide examples.
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