Beware of Hinson Supercar...

***Herblenny*** · 06-22-2009, 01:58 PM

What I'm about to say saddens me as they are a local shop and provided top notch job in the past....

BUT!, At this point in time, I do not recommend Hinson Supercars for your LSx conversion.. Recently I have met and heard horror stories about their work quality. One person who sent his car to them spent over $20K and over 10 months at their shop, when quoted couple of thousand and 2 week worth of work... And when car was received, it was a complete hack job..

Not only that, the customer's car was mis-treated and now the car requires a new paint job and such.

I used to recommend Hinson but something happened to them and I can no longer recommend them... IF you are thinking about LSx conversion and wanting them to do the job, please get everything in writing and don't pay them anything until you have a solid guarantee and agreement in hand...

Also, make sure to document everything in writing and take detail picture of your car before you send the car off. Its a sad day that I have to say this on this forum to warn someone I know, but this is for the better of the community.

sk8world · 06-22-2009, 02:17 PM

ha... doesnt suprise me one bit.... not sure if I have ever meet Brian but Lane has always managed to be a asshole everytime I have spoken to him... I wouldnt let them change my oil......

***Herblenny*** · 06-22-2009, 02:29 PM

I heard about that too... I hate to get involved in this kind of thing.. as I never had problem with Hinson.. but the guy I met was a such a professional guy and down to earth, I have to state this so that other future LSx converters should take caution when dealing with them..

Like I said on my first post.. If you are planning to do business.. make sure you communicate via email... as I've heard Hinson prefers over the phone, which later on, there is no trace unless you get his permission to record your conversations.. Also, make sure to mention what he will do if the time isn't met... ie, discount or refund, etc.. Make sure to get everything in writing.

Brent · 06-22-2009, 04:33 PM

Sorry to hear this. I hope your friend can get his car back up to where it originally was. I know I've def. had to deal with situations like this in the past and it makes you question if having a car like the FD is even worth it. Never had an issue with them, but then again I've never really had to deal with them. I just think there are better LSX conversions/components out there. I've emailed them a couple of times in the past and never got a response from them and that was good enough for me to take my money elsewhere. I'm using their stuff simply because it came with my car. I think the majority of their products are pretty good, but Samberg's and JTR's are better overall, especially for the money.

Phoenix7 · 06-22-2009, 04:50 PM

Nothing worse than paying for something and not getting your money's worth. I've learned this the hard way too but it never cost THAT much.

20b 3rd gen · 06-22-2009, 07:23 PM

As some of you may know Lane was doing all the work and Brian was just a figure head and I heard that Lane is no longer doing the work, i also heard that they are only selling the kits now and not doing turnkeys since Lane is no longer doing the work. I never had a problem with Lane and I dont know if any of what i heard is true................but you never know

josh18_2k · 06-22-2009, 08:43 PM

its a shame the way the company developed. i bought all hinson stuff about 3 yrs ago, and was treated well, and have since watched their downfall on v8rx7forum.
fortunately, there are good alternatives available for those of us who betray the rotary, so its not the end of the world lol

lt1_fd3s · 06-23-2009, 06:45 AM

I've only ordered parts from Hinson in the past. I placed the order and received what I ordered, I didn't get into their customer service (ordered through email...)

If someone is looking for someone to do their LSx conversion, I have a personal friend who does them on the side. I have seen his work first hand and I know he is very respected the v7rx8forum. (i think some of you have had "discussions" with him on 7club about pistons vs rotors...)

Anyway, just offering an alternative to someone who may be looking to convert.

1twistedrx7 · 06-24-2009, 06:01 AM

damn it ! i just was going to recommend them to a customer of mine! there goes that thought!
tray i will give him you number if you like let me know .

***Herblenny*** · 07-14-2009, 09:37 AM

I would like to bump this thread as I got an update from a guy who got his conversion done by Hinson..

The customer took his car to a drag strip and on his very first pass, the entire cat back from his y section came off the car!!! Quite dangerous if this might of happened on street.

Anyhow, I just wanted to bump this thread..

sk8world · 07-19-2009, 03:03 PM

Should I link this or do you not want the drama? I have a guy on the HSV board asking about having Hinson do a 350 to LS1 swap.............

AwakenNoMore · 07-22-2009, 09:31 PM

Stinky Linky

***Herblenny*** · 10-10-2009, 05:49 AM

Well, Seems like it finally caught up to them...

http://www.decaturdaily.com/detail/4...ories&town_id=

moremazda · 10-10-2009, 07:25 PM

I am asking because I don't know, but what is there affiliation to Hinson?

moremazda · 10-10-2009, 07:28 PM

Never mind I found the connection

06-22-2009, 01:58 PM	#1
*Herblenny* Founder/Administrator/Internet Pitbull :) Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 644 Rep Power: 10	Beware of Hinson Supercar... What I'm about to say saddens me as they are a local shop and provided top notch job in the past.... BUT!, At this point in time, I do not recommend Hinson Supercars for your LSx conversion.. Recently I have met and heard horror stories about their work quality. One person who sent his car to them spent over $20K and over 10 months at their shop, when quoted couple of thousand and 2 week worth of work... And when car was received, it was a complete hack job.. Not only that, the customer's car was mis-treated and now the car requires a new paint job and such. I used to recommend Hinson but something happened to them and I can no longer recommend them... IF you are thinking about LSx conversion and wanting them to do the job, please get everything in writing and don't pay them anything until you have a solid guarantee and agreement in hand... Also, make sure to document everything in writing and take detail picture of your car before you send the car off. Its a sad day that I have to say this on this forum to warn someone I know, but this is for the better of the community. __________________ DGRR 2013 - Year of 13B www.DealsGapRotaryRally.com http://www.facebook.com/Herblenny

06-22-2009, 02:17 PM	#2
sk8world 600rwhp club member. Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 551 Rep Power: 18	ha... doesnt suprise me one bit.... not sure if I have ever meet Brian but Lane has always managed to be a asshole everytime I have spoken to him... I wouldnt let them change my oil...... __________________ 6.? @ 11? drag pass http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wfxT2RMr7c

06-22-2009, 02:29 PM	#3
*Herblenny* Founder/Administrator/Internet Pitbull :) Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 644 Rep Power: 10	I heard about that too... I hate to get involved in this kind of thing.. as I never had problem with Hinson.. but the guy I met was a such a professional guy and down to earth, I have to state this so that other future LSx converters should take caution when dealing with them.. Like I said on my first post.. If you are planning to do business.. make sure you communicate via email... as I've heard Hinson prefers over the phone, which later on, there is no trace unless you get his permission to record your conversations.. Also, make sure to mention what he will do if the time isn't met... ie, discount or refund, etc.. Make sure to get everything in writing. __________________ DGRR 2013 - Year of 13B www.DealsGapRotaryRally.com http://www.facebook.com/Herblenny

06-22-2009, 04:33 PM	#4
Brent Sua Sponte Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 839 Rep Power: 18	Sorry to hear this. I hope your friend can get his car back up to where it originally was. I know I've def. had to deal with situations like this in the past and it makes you question if having a car like the FD is even worth it. Never had an issue with them, but then again I've never really had to deal with them. I just think there are better LSX conversions/components out there. I've emailed them a couple of times in the past and never got a response from them and that was good enough for me to take my money elsewhere. I'm using their stuff simply because it came with my car. I think the majority of their products are pretty good, but Samberg's and JTR's are better overall, especially for the money. __________________ Road Atlanta August 2011 NASA TT 1:33 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFY00PAK_Ps Traqmate's video of my car from the 2011 UTCC at VIR http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Zcn6...layer_embedded Video of Yellow LS1 FD at NASA TT at VIR http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6k0lJkcwrM

06-22-2009, 08:43 PM	#7
josh18_2k Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gresham, OR Posts: 473 Rep Power: 18	its a shame the way the company developed. i bought all hinson stuff about 3 yrs ago, and was treated well, and have since watched their downfall on v8rx7forum. fortunately, there are good alternatives available for those of us who betray the rotary, so its not the end of the world lol __________________

06-22-2009, 07:23 PM	#6
20b 3rd gen Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Calera, AL Posts: 187 Rep Power: 18	As some of you may know Lane was doing all the work and Brian was just a figure head and I heard that Lane is no longer doing the work, i also heard that they are only selling the kits now and not doing turnkeys since Lane is no longer doing the work. I never had a problem with Lane and I dont know if any of what i heard is true................but you never know

06-23-2009, 06:45 AM	#8
lt1_fd3s WNC Tour Guide Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: WNC Posts: 780 Rep Power: 18	I've only ordered parts from Hinson in the past. I placed the order and received what I ordered, I didn't get into their customer service (ordered through email...) If someone is looking for someone to do their LSx conversion, I have a personal friend who does them on the side. I have seen his work first hand and I know he is very respected the v7rx8forum. (i think some of you have had "discussions" with him on 7club about pistons vs rotors...) Anyway, just offering an alternative to someone who may be looking to convert. __________________ WNC Tour Guide - Including the Tail of the Dragon - PM for details

06-24-2009, 06:01 AM	#9
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07-14-2009, 09:37 AM	#10
*Herblenny* Founder/Administrator/Internet Pitbull :) Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 644 Rep Power: 10	I would like to bump this thread as I got an update from a guy who got his conversion done by Hinson.. The customer took his car to a drag strip and on his very first pass, the entire cat back from his y section came off the car!!! Quite dangerous if this might of happened on street. Anyhow, I just wanted to bump this thread.. __________________ DGRR 2013 - Year of 13B www.DealsGapRotaryRally.com http://www.facebook.com/Herblenny

07-19-2009, 03:03 PM	#11
sk8world 600rwhp club member. Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 551 Rep Power: 18	Should I link this or do you not want the drama? I have a guy on the HSV board asking about having Hinson do a 350 to LS1 swap............. __________________ 6.? @ 11? drag pass http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wfxT2RMr7c

07-22-2009, 09:31 PM	#12
AwakenNoMore Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gilbert, Arizona Posts: 107 Rep Power: 18	Stinky Linky __________________ 1993 VR Touring, motor built by Arizona Rotary Rockets.

10-10-2009, 05:49 AM	#13
*Herblenny* Founder/Administrator/Internet Pitbull :) Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 644 Rep Power: 10	Well, Seems like it finally caught up to them... http://www.decaturdaily.com/detail/4...ories&town_id= __________________ DGRR 2013 - Year of 13B www.DealsGapRotaryRally.com http://www.facebook.com/Herblenny

10-10-2009, 07:25 PM	#14
moremazda shookmotorsports.com Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rockford, IL Posts: 108 Rep Power: 17	I am asking because I don't know, but what is there affiliation to Hinson?

10-10-2009, 07:28 PM	#15
moremazda shookmotorsports.com Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rockford, IL Posts: 108 Rep Power: 17	Never mind I found the connection