Just noticed on my V&H slip ons. i am pissed - Page 2

dshelly · 12-15-2014, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat

Just my opinion but I would never buy anything from a company who has a history of customer service like V&H or Scoot Works.

Damn Loud Pipe manufacturers anyway.....

Ken Vega · 12-16-2014, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by dshelly

Damn Loud Pipe manufacturers anyway.....

They are actually pretty tame by my standards. Not loud at all, sounds more like a muscle car now. Deep and throaty. I can easily hear music at a low level on the system even at 80 mph after I put the 10 inch shield.

Ken Vega · 12-16-2014, 01:18 PM

Woooo Hooo. Below is the email for V&H.

Ken,
The the RH muffler with baffle already installed will be shipping out*today.
if you have anymore questions feel free to contact us
Thanks.

1 day turnaround from the time I filed the warranty claim. Not bad. Lets see how long it takes to arrive.

cactusjack · 12-16-2014, 03:39 PM

That's excellent for V&H.

**Top Cat** · 12-16-2014, 03:57 PM

Wow, I'm impressed.
You should go buy a lottery ticket , this is your lucky day

Ken Vega · 12-16-2014, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat

Wow, I'm impressed.
You should go buy a lottery ticket , this is your lucky day

I do TC, every week, but you have to be a 90 year old lady from Miami to hit the Florida lottery. LoL

Ken Vega · 12-16-2014, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

That's excellent for V&H.

I know Cactus. I just hope they inspected for defects before they send the new replacement. Seems fishy that from my research I found that at lesast 4 of us have experienced the same defect on the same side pipe, for the same model motorcycle. A bad production run perhaps? It is just odd. Maybe the guy welding the baffles just did not give a chitt, but you would think someone from QC would catch the defect, it is pretty obvious when you look at the pipe.

skullbagger · 12-16-2014, 07:20 PM

made in America, no one ever said by who!
your probably right they didn't give a CHIT !!!

Ken Vega · 12-22-2014, 02:52 PM

Wooo hooo. New muffler is on the Brown Truck and out for delivery. I really hope they checked it for the same issue before shipping. I will take some pics when I get the muffler installed.

redjay · 12-22-2014, 02:59 PM

Chances are the mufflers are welded by a robot and the parts were not loaded in the welding jig properly or there was an issue with the jig. Either way the operator should have noticed. Usually there are sensors that detect if the parts are loaded in the jig correctly.

Ken Vega · 12-22-2014, 03:04 PM

I will be dancing the Jig as soon as I get the damn thing mounted.

cactusjack · 12-22-2014, 05:57 PM

There a dozens of people that I know who have had their rear V&H header pipe crack and Vance and Hines won't even acknowledge the problem or stand behind their product.

Ken Vega · 12-22-2014, 07:42 PM

I must be one of the lucky Cactus. The pipe arrived in perfect condition. Now both side match. I wish it was as simple as swapping the baffle. Didn't feel like pulling the bag off again and re bolting. I guess I will preserve the pipe I am taking off, in case the new one ever gets scratched or messed up in any way. The outer skin of the defective muffler is flawless. I will install tomorrow morning.

skullbagger · 12-22-2014, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Ken Vega

I must be one of the lucky Cactus. The pipe arrived in perfect condition. Now both side match. I wish it was as simple as swapping the baffle. Didn't feel like pulling the bag off again and re bolting. I guess I will preserve the pipe I am taking off, in case the new one ever gets scratched or messed up in any way. The outer skin of the defective muffler is flawless. I will install tomorrow morning.

I'm glad you were taken care of fairly quickly and I'm sure your excited now ( my Christmas pipes have yet to arrive damn it )
merry Christmas to ya

Vulcanrider03 · 12-22-2014, 07:53 PM

Awesome im happy 4 u

12-16-2014, 01:18 PM	#18
Ken Vega Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: South Florida Posts: 710	Woooo Hooo. Below is the email for V&H. Ken, The the RH muffler with baffle already installed will be shipping out*today. if you have anymore questions feel free to contact us Thanks. 1 day turnaround from the time I filed the warranty claim. Not bad. Lets see how long it takes to arrive. __________________ 2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic "Sasha" (SOLD) 2014 Vulcan Vaquero ABS SE "Candie" On the 1500, too much to list. On the Vaquero: V&H slash cut slip ons Power Commander 5 and Ivan-ized ECU Chuckster's BAK Aux Audio adapter with bluetooth receiver. Mustang 2 up Touring Seat w/ driver and passenger backrest Kuryakyn Longhorn highway pegs. Kawasaki 12 volt charger Longer 1600 meanstreak SE kickstand Full LED Daymaker light mod.
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12-16-2014, 03:39 PM	#19
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12-16-2014, 03:57 PM	#20
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12-22-2014, 02:52 PM	#24
Ken Vega Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: South Florida Posts: 710	Wooo hooo. New muffler is on the Brown Truck and out for delivery. I really hope they checked it for the same issue before shipping. I will take some pics when I get the muffler installed. __________________ 2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic "Sasha" (SOLD) 2014 Vulcan Vaquero ABS SE "Candie" On the 1500, too much to list. On the Vaquero: V&H slash cut slip ons Power Commander 5 and Ivan-ized ECU Chuckster's BAK Aux Audio adapter with bluetooth receiver. Mustang 2 up Touring Seat w/ driver and passenger backrest Kuryakyn Longhorn highway pegs. Kawasaki 12 volt charger Longer 1600 meanstreak SE kickstand Full LED Daymaker light mod.
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12-22-2014, 03:04 PM	#26
Ken Vega Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: South Florida Posts: 710	I will be dancing the Jig as soon as I get the damn thing mounted. __________________ 2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic "Sasha" (SOLD) 2014 Vulcan Vaquero ABS SE "Candie" On the 1500, too much to list. On the Vaquero: V&H slash cut slip ons Power Commander 5 and Ivan-ized ECU Chuckster's BAK Aux Audio adapter with bluetooth receiver. Mustang 2 up Touring Seat w/ driver and passenger backrest Kuryakyn Longhorn highway pegs. Kawasaki 12 volt charger Longer 1600 meanstreak SE kickstand Full LED Daymaker light mod.
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12-16-2014, 07:20 PM	#23
skullbagger Advanced Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: N.C. Posts: 727	made in America, no one ever said by who! your probably right they didn't give a CHIT !!!
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12-22-2014, 02:59 PM	#25
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,952	Chances are the mufflers are welded by a robot and the parts were not loaded in the welding jig properly or there was an issue with the jig. Either way the operator should have noticed. Usually there are sensors that detect if the parts are loaded in the jig correctly.
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12-22-2014, 05:57 PM	#27
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	There a dozens of people that I know who have had their rear V&H header pipe crack and Vance and Hines won't even acknowledge the problem or stand behind their product. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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12-22-2014, 07:42 PM	#28
Ken Vega Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: South Florida Posts: 710	I must be one of the lucky Cactus. The pipe arrived in perfect condition. Now both side match. I wish it was as simple as swapping the baffle. Didn't feel like pulling the bag off again and re bolting. I guess I will preserve the pipe I am taking off, in case the new one ever gets scratched or messed up in any way. The outer skin of the defective muffler is flawless. I will install tomorrow morning. __________________ 2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic "Sasha" (SOLD) 2014 Vulcan Vaquero ABS SE "Candie" On the 1500, too much to list. On the Vaquero: V&H slash cut slip ons Power Commander 5 and Ivan-ized ECU Chuckster's BAK Aux Audio adapter with bluetooth receiver. Mustang 2 up Touring Seat w/ driver and passenger backrest Kuryakyn Longhorn highway pegs. Kawasaki 12 volt charger Longer 1600 meanstreak SE kickstand Full LED Daymaker light mod.
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12-22-2014, 07:53 PM	#30
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