Hello everyone. The time has come to take the next step towards you all having these wheels. This thread is specifically for the deposits, payments and order status to keep it cleaner and easier to track.
This product and project is moving right along and to that effect here is the current schedule for production, completion and deposits.
Basic information:
SM 0304 wheel
20x9.5
14 offest
5x135 lug pattern
87mm hub bore
Stock lug nuts
The wheels have gone through extensive testing and come with JWL verification cast into them to signify their design and structural integrity. They are rated to 775kg each (1705lbs). They weigh 36.5 lbs each.
First batch will consist of 80 sets. After that the subsequent batches will take 60-80 days to arrive. We plan on keeping these on hand and in stock for the remainder of the year at a minimum.
Price: $1400 plus shipping and handling. $500 deposit to reserve your set. Balance and shipping costs due upon wheel finishing and completion, prior to shipping.
Raw wheel sets, for those of you who are getting wheels widened , or chromed, price is adjusted:
$1175
Available finishes standard, Powedercoat: Factory metallic silver, Gloss black, Flat black
Optional finishes will be available for additional cost. Price will be determined based on desired finish ie: Black chrome effect, various colors, metallics, candy colors
We are also working on a group discount rate for chrome through wheel concepts. Info and pricing will be available soon, and will be solidified before the arrival of the wheel, so that decisions can be made and that process can be handled in conjunction with the rest of the wheel finishing and gets people their sets sooner.
SCHEDULE:
JULY 8, 2014 - expected date for production to be complete. The wheels are currently in production and they should all be done, boxed and ready to ship by 7/8.
August 4, 2014 – expected arrival date of the first shipment. The wheels will ship immediately upon completion and time in transit is estimated at 21-24 days.
DEPOSITS - now that the prototype wheels exist, have been tested, test fit and we can now accept deposits. Cost per set of wheels is $1400. A $500 deposit will be required to reserve your set of wheels.
There is no deadline for the payment. Deposit is required to reserve your set. If you would like to pay in full, your set is not only reserved, but it will be processed, finished and shipped in order of the payments received.
The price is the price, we will not be adjusting the price like a GP for a set number of units, or if participation drops. You guys get first dibs.
We will accept several forms of payment:
CASH of course
Credit Card , info taken over the phone 585-204-7989
Paypal sportmachines@hotmail.com
When ordering and submitting payment, be sure to include the following information:
LR Screen name
Name
Address
Phone number and email
Number of wheels or sets being ordered
Desired finish
Right now we will be keeping this first batch exclusive to the Lightning Rodder Community. You guys are the enthusiasts that kicked off this project and we want to make sure we take care you guys first. After this GP/Vendor special is satisfied, we will open it up to the other Lightning clubs and groups and the general public. If you have any specific questions or special requirements, please contact us via PM, email: sportmachines@hotmail.com or phone 585-204-7989
Thank you again!
TEAM Sportmachines