ISP west experiences?

Pfeffernuss Slammed & Awesome Dubber

80 posts · joined Mar 2012 · 24 Jan 2013, 7:35 pm

#940571

Dubsky wrote:Hey Alex, how's the build going? I'm about to get my body blasted... Ended up buying from ISP west and cip1 both had excellent service.

Build is good. Fully resprayed now. Now putting it all back together!

Besser als in die hohle Hand geschissen.

'71 Type 3 Fastback
'08 WRX
'14 Golf Variant HL

nsuwift Seriously Crusin Dubber

127 posts · joined Mar 2010 · 24 Jan 2013, 10:10 pm

#940593

I used the german seals on my doors and they are rubbish, as vlad says, I have to slam the doors really hard to get them to shut(sometimes have to go three or four goes to get door to shut properly). They were stupidly expensive too compared to other aftermarket stuff I've seen. After fiddling with everything else on my car they are coming back off to be replaced with the cheaper ones that actually work.

Dubsky Commited Dubber

67 posts · joined Sep 2011 · 24 Jan 2013, 10:11 pm

#940594

Great news! I'm keen to see it rolling.. I've started welding up patches in the pan and body but it'll be a while before I'm spraying. Acrylic or two Pac on the fasty?

Dubsky Commited Dubber

67 posts · joined Sep 2011 · 24 Jan 2013, 10:25 pm

#940597

After hearing all opinions I went with ISP west and cip1 products - both have unmatched customer service. American door seal kit instead of German. I just couldn't justify paying up to triple the price for the same product here in Aus. Thanks to all who gave their two cents worth.

Canni. Wolfsburg Wizard

471 posts · joined Sep 2003 · 25 Jan 2013, 3:36 pm

#940671

Don't be in a rush to get rid of the german seals nsuwift if you have just installed them - mine were the same after installation but after awhile they sealed very well....probably 2 months... mine didn't feel really hard/old though.

But yes if I did the job again I'd go cheaper.

Heidi - 1960 White Beetle
'65 Kiwi Ghia

beetle_nut Wolfsburg Wizard

465 posts · joined Jan 2012 · 1 Feb 2013, 7:10 pm

#941859

i just bought some stuff from isp.they were really helpfull and great to deal with.they have heaps of stuff for type 3 which is good and there prices seemed really good to.will definately be buying off them again..😵‍💫

satori Wolfsburg Wizard

497 posts · joined May 2008 · 13 Apr 2013, 4:39 pm

#951218

Ive bought alot from ISP west. Customer service was great but I found the American door seals crap as well as the windows seals with the chrome trim. Just didny fit well. The main thing when buying from overseas is making sure you explain exactly what you want and for what year model it is in Australian terms, doesnt match up with american type 3's. I had so many stuff up's. Makes me wish I bought it all here in Oz. Alot easier to get exchanges or rufunds on shitty products.

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vlad01 Compulsive Aussie Vee Dubber

4,270 posts · joined Jun 2010 · 13 Apr 2013, 11:51 pm

#951292

perhaps you didn't fit them right. I found no issues, but then again the door seals are based of the very early model cars so only the cars with 3 bolt hinges fit correctly.

also they list their parts but vw part number so its up to you to match the correct numbers and do your research.

I did mine and had minimal fuss, I would not hesitate to buy again from them, although there is nothing for me to buy anymore, I have bought every single part I will ever need from them 😵 try buying the same quality stuff here? I doubt you'll find it.

ISP ftw!

71 notchback,
Past owner of, 70 NB, 73 SB and 72 FB TLE

satori Wolfsburg Wizard

497 posts · joined May 2008 · 17 Apr 2013, 6:46 am

#951765

I totally agree that the same products here in Oz would easily be double. Its really sucks. Yeah I would still go back to ISP as they have the best range for type 3's. As far as ordering right, I had my order placed correct but the wrong products came. Alot due to TMI interior gear which doesnt get checked at ISP before shipping eg. wrong colour seat covers, left hand drive front carpet, roof linging sown shitty. I still would recommend people giving them ago but be aware that stuff up's can happen and it takes along time to get it worked out compared to shopping in Australia....

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vlad01 Compulsive Aussie Vee Dubber

4,270 posts · joined Jun 2010 · 18 Apr 2013, 1:27 pm

#951945

thats because its TMI, most of their stuff is crap lol

the exceptions are the door trims.

71 notchback,
Past owner of, 70 NB, 73 SB and 72 FB TLE

Pfeffernuss Slammed & Awesome Dubber

80 posts · joined Mar 2012 · 27 Jun 2013, 8:05 pm

#961272

Dubsky wrote:Great news! I'm keen to see it rolling.. I've started welding up patches in the pan and body but it'll be a while before I'm spraying. Acrylic or two Pac on the fasty?

2 pac.
Getting it dynoed next week!!

Bought this from ISP West today. Just to keep it relevant to this forum
http://www.vwispwest.com/MB8726.html

Besser als in die hohle Hand geschissen.

'71 Type 3 Fastback
'08 WRX
'14 Golf Variant HL

68AutoBug Beetle Restorer - Experience over 138\% - YIKES --

11,654 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 28 Jun 2013, 7:25 pm

#961355

nsuwift wrote:I used the german seals on my doors and they are rubbish, as vlad says, I have to slam the doors really hard to get them to shut(sometimes have to go three or four goes to get door to shut properly). They were stupidly expensive too compared to other aftermarket stuff I've seen. After fiddling with everything else on my car they are coming back off to be replaced with the cheaper ones that actually work.

Maybe they have been sitting in a warehouse somewhere since the 70s?? and gone very hard..??

LEE

- Helping keep Air Cooled VWs on the road - location: SCONE in the Upper Hunter Valley - Northern NSW 320 kms NNW of SYDNEY---

68AutoBug Beetle Restorer - Experience over 138\% - YIKES --

11,654 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 28 Jun 2013, 7:28 pm

#961356

Dubsky wrote:I'm after almost two cars worth or rubbers (nothback and fasty) and just wanted to know if people have bought from ISP West and how they've found them? They seem to have a good catalogue of parts and good options quality wise.... Otherwise are there any good places you can recommend buying from in Australia? several places I've approached haven't been very helpful...

Thanks.

wolfsburg automotive in Victoria have most rubbers for beetles , Kombis and type 3s.. they had catalogs in VWA magazine a few years ago..

its very good stuff.. but expensive..

they say if its not available they will have it made..
then it would really be expensive.. lol

LEE

- Helping keep Air Cooled VWs on the road - location: SCONE in the Upper Hunter Valley - Northern NSW 320 kms NNW of SYDNEY---