Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

"Good Morning,
************************* I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could you
advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working order and
can expect some longevity from*it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"



--
geoff

geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could
you advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working
order and can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"

"Your earliest reply would be appreciated" means "It's ****ing freezing and
I have had no heating for a week"


--
Adam

On 08/12/2010 22:13, geoff wrote:


Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could you
advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working order and
can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"




I'd reply as follows:

Thank you for your query.

The part number we are supplying is as per our web-page. You need to
satisfy yourself that this is the correct part. We cannot
cross-reference every part-number used in every situation.

You might add ( if generous ):

If the part is not correct, we will accept it for return if it is in
as-shipped condition, and will refund you the purchase price. We will
not pay the return postage.

In regard to your longevity question:
We do warrant that the part is in good working order, and our 12 month
warranty applies.

Thank you for your query.

-----

This is a fairly polite 'F*ck off.

--
Ron

In message , www.GymRatZ.co.uk
writes
On 08/12/2010 22:13, geoff wrote:


Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

"Good Morning,

Walk away.
Send him to Manufactures to buy new.


Thanks for the confirmation - that's exactly what I did


--
geoff

In message , ARWadsworth
writes
geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could
you advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working
order and can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"

"Your earliest reply would be appreciated" means "It's ****ing freezing and
I have had no heating for a week"


I wonder if he asks his doctor if he's given a correct diagnosis every
time he goes to see him?


--
geoff

geoff wrote:
In message , ARWadsworth
writes
geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central
heating boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around
£180 which I send out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2
60 F (Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct
replacement, could you absolutely confirm the part number is as
quoted-GC319037 -complete Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from
parts list in Boiler manual= 589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could
you advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working
order and can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"

"Your earliest reply would be appreciated" means "It's ****ing
freezing and I have had no heating for a week"


I wonder if he asks his doctor if he's given a correct diagnosis every
time he goes to see him?

So he asks "Are you sure I am a ******?"
"Yes" replies the doctor

--
Adam

"geoff" wrote in message ...


Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

That's pretty a steep P&P charge. ;-)

Tim

In message , Tim Downie
writes

"geoff" wrote in message
...


Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

That's pretty a steep P&P charge. ;-)

I've gone upmarket


--
geoff

ARWadsworth :
geoff wrote:

I wonder if he asks his doctor if he's given a correct diagnosis every
time he goes to see him?

So he asks "Are you sure I am a ******?"
"Yes" replies the doctor

"That's terrible news", he says. "I'd like a second opinion".

"OK", says the doctor, and thinks about it for a while. "You're also
pug-ugly".

--
Mike Barnes

On 08/12/2010 23:22, geoff wrote:
In message , ARWadsworth
writes
geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could
you advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working
order and can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"

"Your earliest reply would be appreciated" means "It's ****ing
freezing and
I have had no heating for a week"


I wonder if he asks his doctor if he's given a correct diagnosis every
time he goes to see him?

Nah, he's the sort who visits the surgery with a sheaf of web page
printouts and *tells* the doctor what the diagnosis is

"geoff" wrote in message
...
In message , Tim Downie
writes

"geoff" wrote in message
...


Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

That's pretty a steep P&P charge. ;-)

I've gone upmarket


--
geoff


I removed the PCB from a (working) Floor Standing Worcester HighFlow
Heatslave - Happy to give it to you for the P&P if it is of any use.

In article , Lobster davidlobsterpot601
@hotmail.com scribeth thus
On 08/12/2010 23:22, geoff wrote:
In message , ARWadsworth
writes
geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could
you advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working
order and can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"

"Your earliest reply would be appreciated" means "It's ****ing
freezing and
I have had no heating for a week"


I wonder if he asks his doctor if he's given a correct diagnosis every
time he goes to see him?

Nah, he's the sort who visits the surgery with a sheaf of web page
printouts and *tells* the doctor what the diagnosis is



Ooo dunno .. I sometimes do that with one of the conditions I have and
my doc, consultant rather, is pleased in that I'm interested in that
condition and quite recently she found something of interest on the same
website...

'tho I do understand where Geoff is coming from !...
--
Tony Sayer

On Dec 8, 10:13 pm, geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around 180 which I
send out for 50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could you
advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working order and
can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"

--
geoff

spose it depends what the website looks like? iow he may be wanting
some reassurance from an exchange of emails that you are who you say
you are and do what you say you do? e.g whether you routinely send out
replacements within the 12 month gtee period - course only a berk
would ask, and only a bigger berk would answer....

It may be inept in places but remember he is only a plummer.....

Jim K

On Dec 8, 10:13*pm, geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around 180 which I
send out for 50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could you
advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working order and
can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"



I can't see what's wrong with this email. He's asking the seller to
confirm whether the part is the right one. What's so strange about
that?

Robert

On Dec 9, 9:43*am, RobertL wrote:
On Dec 8, 10:13*pm, geoff wrote:









Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around 180 which I
send out for 50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could you
advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working order and
can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"

I can't see what's wrong with this email. *He's asking the seller to
confirm whether the part is the right one. * *What's so strange about
that?

Robert

It's the pomposity of it which comes out at me. I might almost
suspect that the guy was some legal wally, but then I'm more thinking
he's a plonker that thinks he's going to get a better service if he
uses long words and fancy phrases. The danger I see with either type
is that if there is some sort of hassle, you are going to get really
hassled.

Rob

On 09/12/2010 10:22, robgraham wrote:

It's the pomposity of it which comes out at me. I might almost
suspect that the guy was some legal wally, but then I'm more thinking
he's a plonker that thinks he's going to get a better service if he
uses long words and fancy phrases. The danger I see with either type
is that if there is some sort of hassle, you are going to get really
hassled.

Do a Currys and up sell him an (expensive) extended warranty?

Sounds the nervous sort to me. Educated before the 70s and had got the
other half nagging him ...

--
Adrian C

robgraham wrote:
On Dec 9, 9:43 am, RobertL wrote:

I can't see what's wrong with this email. He's asking the seller to
confirm whether the part is the right one. What's so strange about
that?

Robert

It's the pomposity of it which comes out at me. I might almost
suspect that the guy was some legal wally, but then I'm more thinking
he's a plonker that thinks he's going to get a better service if he
uses long words and fancy phrases. The danger I see with either type
is that if there is some sort of hassle, you are going to get really
hassled.

I hear the words "sale of goods act" presenting themselves at Geoff's inbox
if the fan fails in less than 6 years time.

--
Adam

On 09/12/2010 in message

robgraham wrote:

t's the pomposity of it which comes out at me. I might almost
suspect that the guy was some legal wally, but then I'm more thinking
he's a plonker that thinks he's going to get a better service if he
uses long words and fancy phrases.

I didn't see any long words or fancy phrases in there. I have sent similar
queries to suppliers for computer bits and always had had replies, either
saying yes it is compatible or no, but try this instead.

--
Jeff Gaines Wiltshire UK
All those who believe in psychokinesis raise my hand.

On 09/12/10 10:40, Jeff Gaines wrote:
On 09/12/2010 in message

robgraham wrote:

t's the pomposity of it which comes out at me. I might almost
suspect that the guy was some legal wally, but then I'm more thinking
he's a plonker that thinks he's going to get a better service if he
uses long words and fancy phrases.

I didn't see any long words or fancy phrases in there. I have sent
similar queries to suppliers for computer bits and always had had
replies, either saying yes it is compatible or no, but try this instead.


I agree that it seems like a nervous customer.

Geoff - why not just send a succinct and polite short reply confirming
that the part is correct and whilst your firm always endeavour to
recondition parts to a high standard, it is a reconditioned part at a
reconditioned price with a 1 year warranty and leave it at that. If he
orders fine, if he wibbles again then suggest new-from-manufacturer part
may be mre to his taste.

2 emails at most, 50% chance of a sale.

Of course - if you are worried he'll hassle you until you die, then
he'll hassle your ghost, then you have to let your instinct decide that one.

--
Tim Watts

On 09/12/2010 10:38, ARWadsworth wrote:

I hear the words "sale of goods act" presenting themselves at Geoff's inbox
if the fan fails in less than 6 years time.


Genuine question, how far does the Sale of Goods Act apply to
replacement component parts?

Especially since incorrect reassembly, wear and other faults in the rest
of the appliance can adversly affect a new part.

Lee

Educated before the 70s

Ah, you mean "actually educated" then.

I can't see anything wrong with the e-mail either. Pretty
straightforward format for business dealings. Maybe words of more than
one syllable upset people nowadays, especially if they're spelt proper
and that.

On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 10:38:20 -0000, ARWadsworth wrote:

It's the pomposity of it which comes out at me. I might almost
suspect that the guy was some legal wally, but then I'm more
thinking
he's a plonker that thinks he's going to get a better service if
he
uses long words and fancy phrases. The danger I see with either
type
is that if there is some sort of hassle, you are going to get
really
hassled.

I hear the words "sale of goods act" presenting themselves at Geoff's
inbox if the fan fails in less than 6 years time.

Surely if that was the case he wouldn't be worried about the length
of the warranty as it's not relevant...

I read it as a request for confirmation that part "GC319037" from
Geoff's website is the same as the "589945011" that he has listed in
the manual for a particular make/model of boiler. The longevity
question simply cannot be answered other than in general terms,
confidence in the product as a 12 month warranty is given blah
blah... Does the manufacturer offer a longer warranty on spares?

The construction, wording and use of English is a little odd. But
many people struggle with the written word, particularly when trying
to be formal, precise and correct.

--
Cheers
Dave.

On Thu, 09 Dec 2010 11:07:45 +0000, stuart noble
wrote:


Ah, you mean "actually educated" then.

I can't see anything wrong with the e-mail either. Pretty
straightforward format for business dealings. Maybe words of more than
one syllable upset people nowadays, especially if they're spelt proper
and that.

Nor I. No doubt it comes over a bit officious, but anyone would think there
aren't any cowboy traders, operating online. He's simply looking for human
confirmation of what is claimed.

On Dec 8, 10:13*pm, geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around 180 which I
send out for 50

Clearly I'm in the minority but I'm not seeing what's wrong with his e-
mail! :-)

Perhaps he's been warned off buying reconditioned parts and just wants
nudging in direction he clearly wants to by you saying that your 12mth
guarantee doesn't necesarily mean you only expect it to last that
long, simply that's your no-quibble warranty period, and that there's
no reason it shouldn't last as long as any other (even new) pump - if
not longer depending on what parts you use in the reconditioning! Of
course you cannot guarantee this, but it's always to hear such
assuming there's honesty behind the claims.

Mathew

"geoff" wrote in message
...


Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I send
out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref part for my Boiler as depicted
on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F (Wall Hung Compact model). As this
is for a direct replacement, could you absolutely confirm the part number
is as quoted-GC319037 -complete Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from
parts list in Boiler manual= 589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a refurbished
part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could you advise that
the part should be in good-if not perfect- working order and can expect
some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the issues
raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"



--


Asking about the 12 month warranty in the way he has is slightly odd but I
don't see what is wrong with the email.
If I'm buying goods at a good price from an unknown online retailer, I will
often email them asking if its in stock or does it come with a UK warranty
(if its AV gear).
I'm interested in what the reply says but I'm more interested that I
actually get a response. If I don't get response prior to a sale I'd put my
mortgage on getting absolutely no response once I had bought the goods so
would rather shop elsewhere.

Dave Liquorice wrote:
On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 10:38:20 -0000, ARWadsworth wrote:

It's the pomposity of it which comes out at me. I might almost
suspect that the guy was some legal wally, but then I'm more
thinking he's a plonker that thinks he's going to get a better
service if
he
uses long words and fancy phrases. The danger I see with either
type is that if there is some sort of hassle, you are going to get
really hassled.

I hear the words "sale of goods act" presenting themselves at Geoff's
inbox if the fan fails in less than 6 years time.

Surely if that was the case he wouldn't be worried about the length
of the warranty as it's not relevant...

I read it as a request for confirmation that part "GC319037" from
Geoff's website is the same as the "589945011" that he has listed in
the manual for a particular make/model of boiler. The longevity
question simply cannot be answered other than in general terms,
confidence in the product as a 12 month warranty is given blah
blah... Does the manufacturer offer a longer warranty on spares?

The construction, wording and use of English is a little odd. But
many people struggle with the written word, particularly when trying
to be formal, precise and correct.

I can understand the need to confirm the part is the right one.

I find the questions about the warranty most unusual. Almost as if he is
waiting for Geoff to offer a free extended warranty.


--
Adam

On Dec 9, 9:43*am, RobertL wrote:

I can't see what's wrong with this email. *He's asking the seller to
confirm whether the part is the right one. * *

It's odd isn't it. I too would run a mile from this buyer. Yet the
questions themselves are reasonable, and I can imagine other emails,
worded only slightly differently, that I'd be quite happy about.

On Dec 9, 9:43*am, RobertL wrote:

I can't see what's wrong with this email. *

From: Dennis

On Dec 9, 10:38*am, "ARWadsworth"
wrote:

I hear the words "sale of goods act" presenting themselves at Geoff's inbox
if the fan fails in less than 6 years time.

I can see the words "Can't(sic) sell this to you, you're not a Corgi"
in Geoff's reply right this minute. Two can hide behind legislation.

Andy Dingley wrote:
On Dec 9, 9:43 am, RobertL wrote:

I can't see what's wrong with this email.

From: Dennis

Now that is tempting. Set up a few new email address and keep asking Geoff
stupid questions.

I suppose he is used to it.

When I called in to to see Geoff (I was passing Watford) one guy phoned up
and asked Geoff if he could have directions to the office. The bloke then
asked Geoff to hold the line while he went to fetch a pen and paper to write
down the directions.

--
Adam

"Ron Lowe" wrote in message
...
On 08/12/2010 22:13, geoff wrote:


Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I
send out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref
part for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F
(Wall Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could
you absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete
Fan Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual=
589945011) ?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a
refurbished part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could you
advise that the part should be in good-if not perfect- working order and
can expect some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the
issues raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"




I'd reply as follows:

Thank you for your query.

The part number we are supplying is as per our web-page. You need to
satisfy yourself that this is the correct part. We cannot
cross-reference every part-number used in every situation.

You might add ( if generous ):

If the part is not correct, we will accept it for return if it is in
as-shipped condition, and will refund you the purchase price. We will
not pay the return postage.

In regard to your longevity question:
We do warrant that the part is in good working order, and our 12 month
warranty applies.

Thank you for your query.

-----

This is a fairly polite 'F*ck off.


I don't know what the fuss is about. I would have replied in precisely the
same vain.

A website is impersonal, and some assurance from a human being goes a long
way. I might even have some standard message I could cut and paste as a
reply.

"geoff" wrote in message
...


Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around £180 which I send
out for £50

"Good Morning,
I am interested in purchasing the above ref part
for my Boiler as depicted on your web page - Stelrad Ideal 2 60 F (Wall
Hung Compact model). As this is for a direct replacement, could you
absolutely confirm the part number is as quoted-GC319037 -complete Fan
Assembly!(makers part number-from parts list in Boiler manual= 589945011)
?
I have read your Terms and conditions and appreciate that as a refurbished
part it attracts only a twelve month warranty but could you advise that
the part should be in good-if not perfect- working order and can expect
some longevity from it.
As I say I have an order to place if you can comment back about the issues
raised.
Your earliest reply would be appreciated,"



--
geoff

Mu mum needs a part for her boiler, can I have your web address please (or
an email!)

Ta!

--
Toby...
Remove pants to reply

On Dec 9, 2:39*pm, "Toby" wrote:

Mu mum needs a part for her boiler, can I have your web address please (or
an email!)

Ta!

Be careful with this one Geoff - next thing you know he'll be wanting
to actually order a part from you just like your other e-mailer! ;-)

(www.cetltd.com)

Mathew

"Lee" wrote in message
...
On 09/12/2010 10:38, ARWadsworth wrote:

I hear the words "sale of goods act" presenting themselves at Geoff's
inbox
if the fan fails in less than 6 years time.


Genuine question, how far does the Sale of Goods Act apply to replacement
component parts?

Same as any other retail sale.
If it fails within 6 months geof would have to prove it wasn't faulty,
afterwards the buyer would have to prove it was faulty at the time of
purchase.

Especially since incorrect reassembly, wear and other faults in the rest
of the appliance can adversly affect a new part.

Geoff

Do you do recon PCB's & fans for a Worcester 24RSF? If so what your contact
details?

Ta

On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 03:41:39 -0800 (PST), Mathew Newton
wrote:

On Dec 8, 10:13*pm, geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around 180 which I
send out for 50

Clearly I'm in the minority but I'm not seeing what's wrong with his e-
mail! :-)

I can't see the problem with it either. Maybe a bit long worded but
lots of people write letters like that *and emails*

Last time I wanted something for a boiler (a fan) I priced it up from
Geoff's website... then just before I was about to pick up the phone
and buy it I accidentally saw a brand new one, still in the
manufacturers packaging on ebay with a buy it now at about 1/3 price.

I guess by revealing this secret I'm now on his blacklist


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In message , Andy Cap
wrote

Nor I. No doubt it comes over a bit officious, but anyone would think there
aren't any cowboy traders, operating online.


And what reply would a cowboy send?

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Alan
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On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 23:38:21 +0000, Alan wrote:

Nor I. No doubt it comes over a bit officious, but anyone would think there
aren't any cowboy traders, operating online.


And what reply would a cowboy send?

It's a point and I recently got stiched up by a totally legitimate looking
outfit, but at least he's trying to protect himself which is all you can do,
make a judgement on what's said.

On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 23:38:21 +0000, Alan
wrote:

In message , Andy Cap
wrote

Nor I. No doubt it comes over a bit officious, but anyone would think there
aren't any cowboy traders, operating online.


And what reply would a cowboy send?

No reply.
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On Thu, 09 Dec 2010 21:52:47 +0000, The Other Mike
wrote:

On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 03:41:39 -0800 (PST), Mathew Newton
wrote:

On Dec 8, 10:13*pm, geoff wrote:
Most people know what I do - repair pcbs and fans for central heating
boilers. The item in question is a fan that costs around 180 which I
send out for 50

Clearly I'm in the minority but I'm not seeing what's wrong with his e-
mail! :-)

I can't see the problem with it either. Maybe a bit long worded but
lots of people write letters like that *and emails*

I concur. I would give the customer the benefit of the doubt.

It is likely that he just wanted to confirm that geoff's is a genuine
business and that he will actually get sent something rather than
nothing. In this case any sensible reply will satisfy him.

I would not be turning down sales because I didn't like this email.
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