Got my insurance claim and getting aftermarkets installed...Am I missing anything?
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Got my insurance claim and getting aftermarkets installed...Am I missing anything?
So I had run over something a month ago and it killed my catalytic converter. I put in an insurance claim and got back $2300. So with that money, I bought and installed a used catalytic converter. With the remaining cash, I plan on installing the following mods that have been collecting dust in the garage:
- Tokiko Shocks
- ACT flywheel
- Exedy Stage I Clutch
- Redline Transmission and Diff Fluid
- Hawk Ceramic Brake Pads
Is there anything else I can take advantage of installing while getting all the above done - like a 2 for 1 with the flywheel and clutch? Any suggestions would be great.
- Tokiko Shocks
- ACT flywheel
- Exedy Stage I Clutch
- Redline Transmission and Diff Fluid
- Hawk Ceramic Brake Pads
Is there anything else I can take advantage of installing while getting all the above done - like a 2 for 1 with the flywheel and clutch? Any suggestions would be great.
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thanks for the feedback. Yeah I should have been more clear with what is already on the car. Currently have a HKS Legamax, Esperlir Springs, and HKS intake. I contemplated the midpipe route but in the end decided to go back with the stock, since I am satisfied with the current sound of the car. I didn't want to go any louder, nor have to deal with the CEL for inspections.
I think I am going to grab some sways and strut bars while doing the shocks. install.
I think I am going to grab some sways and strut bars while doing the shocks. install.
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thanks for the feedback. Yeah I should have been more clear with what is already on the car. Currently have a HKS Legamax, Esperlir Springs, and HKS intake. I contemplated the midpipe route but in the end decided to go back with the stock, since I am satisfied with the current sound of the car. I didn't want to go any louder, nor have to deal with the CEL for inspections.
I think I am going to grab some sways and strut bars while doing the shocks. install.
I think I am going to grab some sways and strut bars while doing the shocks. install.
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yet another person profiting off of car insurance....
If you could have gotten the cat so cheap in the first place, what's the point of filing the claim? Insurance is supposed to get you back to pre-loss condition....if you're making a profit, you're clearly not using the money for what it was intended for.
Enjoy the nice hike in your rates. Realize that running over something is considered your fault....now you have an at fault accident on your policy. Trust me, I know....I'm a claims adjuster for a very large insurance company.
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Sure, they paid out $2300 for his claim. But an at-fault claim sticks with you for at least 3 years, up to 5 years....even if he changes insurance, it will follow him. He'll be getting a rate hike for sure, and his ins company will probably get their money back within a few years.
If his company writes for an item, he should use that item....obviously they paid for a new catalytic converter, and he found a used one. Who knows of the condition of the used cat, as well as how long it may last. I just feel its irresponsible to profit on insurance.....that's not the reason people have it on their vehicles.
Gotta remember too, this claim affects everyones rates. The more claims that are reported, especially those that aren't always necessary, the higher the ins companies write their premiums for everyone. So while some people may not realize it, this poster played a part in the reason why everyones rates are so high.
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I don't like to see people rip off insurance co.s either .
In this case the guy is taking a punt that the old cat will be ok - if it isn't he will may lose out - or more likely just buy another used cat as they are everywhere
The co. will get his money back eventually as you say but it will be over time and he has some money to play with now because he did a smart thing in my opinion .
If he was really smart he would use the 2k to pay down debt or invest but that is another story .....
In this case the guy is taking a punt that the old cat will be ok - if it isn't he will may lose out - or more likely just buy another used cat as they are everywhere
The co. will get his money back eventually as you say but it will be over time and he has some money to play with now because he did a smart thing in my opinion .
If he was really smart he would use the 2k to pay down debt or invest but that is another story .....
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I don't like to see people rip off insurance co.s either .
In this case the guy is taking a punt that the old cat will be ok - if it isn't he will may lose out - or more likely just buy another used cat as they are everywhere
The co. will get his money back eventually as you say but it will be over time and he has some money to play with now because he did a smart thing in my opinion .
If he was really smart he would use the 2k to pay down debt or invest but that is another story .....
In this case the guy is taking a punt that the old cat will be ok - if it isn't he will may lose out - or more likely just buy another used cat as they are everywhere
The co. will get his money back eventually as you say but it will be over time and he has some money to play with now because he did a smart thing in my opinion .
If he was really smart he would use the 2k to pay down debt or invest but that is another story .....
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It happend right around my six month mark and after the claim was said and done and I hit my 6 month mark my insurance went down. My insurance filed it as a comprehensive claim.
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I was in the same type of situation. https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=151080
It happend right around my six month mark and after the claim was said and done and I hit my 6 month mark my insurance went down. My insurance filed it as a comprehensive claim.
It happend right around my six month mark and after the claim was said and done and I hit my 6 month mark my insurance went down. My insurance filed it as a comprehensive claim.