Is Brad Closing up Wedgeparts?

[Rblackadar]

Maybe I should switch the title of this thread.....lol.

[terryjm1]

Hello,

I am Terry, the guy that purchased Brad's last TR8. I also purchased his FI TR7, and one of his multiport GM/Rover FI systems as well as several other items.

I wouldnt begin to consider myself a "guru" though. And, I am in Missouri, not MI.

Yes, Brad is done altogether with the TR7/8 business. He is very busy at his full time job at the Jag dealer and IMHO has just lost interest in the Triumphs. His interest seems to be in Jags now. It seems sad that someone once so passionate about the Wedges now seems to have lost all interest.

He lists his primary reason for leaving as not having any time. But every once in a while it slips out how cheap and rude some of us can be and it is obvious to me with all the hard work and dedication he gave to the Wedge that it truly hurt him that people could be so rude and unappreciative. A recent example is of a guy that gave him all kinds of trouble because he wouldnt break up a set of his heater knobs to sell individual knobs. A set of 4 knobs is $25. Now that is cheap. Before he started selling them, finding a single one in usable condition often brought $25 plus on ebay. A set of 4 brand new ones for $25? How can you argue that?

If I had to guess, Brad probably ran the business at a loss. I dont blame him for getting out.

I have spoken to Brad on quite a few occasions and can say he is one of the nicest people around. We even had a disagreement on a parts purchase, but I was never rude and I am pretty sure he would agree. However, I know people have been down right awful to him.

I am very sad to see him go and hope one of the other vendors takes on some of his projects like the sun visors, one piece carpet kits, etc. But I am real confident if they do, the prices are going to go up.

I am excited to get the TR8. I plan to pick it up next week and drive it back. Brad did high quality work so I know there will be no problems with the 300 mile drive.

Also, since I purchased his TR8, I am unloading all the parts I have gathered for the converting a TR7 to V8. Need something?

Terry Merrell
St. Louis, MO

[Jukejack]

I talked to Brad a couple of weeks ago about his sun visors. He does not have anymore. He led me to believe that ROBSPORTS was taking over what was left of his inventory and they would probably make some new visors.

JACK
1980 TR7 V6
Tecumseh, OK

[TR Tony]

I have bought stuff from Brad in the past, & even spoke to him once. I discovered he lived in the UK for a while - not that far away from where I am!

He was a genuinely nice guy to deal with. It's a great shame he is shutting up shop, & a loss to the TR7/8 community on both sides of the pond.

By the way Odd, thanks for the tip about the mailing list - I registered no problem & have started to get the digest version.

Tony

<font size="1">1981 2L FHC Cavalry Blue - very original & not rusty!
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[silverseven]

Brad seems to be a great person to deal with, it will definately be a loss for our community.....heck he even spoke french to me in a recent email!!

Ron.

[MickeyR]

I've had the distinct pleasure of Brad being in my backyard - literally! We both live in Clarksville, Tenn., and I met him a few years ago at a local car event. In point of fact, he's one of the reasons I have a TR8.

When I got mine, he was very helpful, with info, parts AND labor. He came over to the house on several occasions and helped with the removal and reinstallation of the engine. His insight into some of the peculiarities has been invaluable, and I owe him a great deal.

Mickey

[FI Spyder]

I have bought stuff from him on ebay. I'm sorry to see him get out of wedge parts as he had some hard to get parts and expected to deal with him again.

We do get a little spoiled with the cheap parts for our cars and don't appreciate those who are in it for the love of it like we should.

[fiveliters]

Well,that stinks...I just received my steering column bushing thingy from him in the mail a day ago,and always enjoyed ordering from him,knowing the part would be exactly what I needed and in the mail very soon...I'll miss the great service!

[Rblackadar]

Yeah every single part I ordered from him (all on Ebay) has been top notch and he's a very understanding and very easy going guy. Wish there was a way to rekindle his interest and dedication to the wedge. It's gonna suck without having a reliable parts source as his.