Viking coil overs?

L79racer · 04-08-2014, 08:14 PM

Anybody use these. Wondering if they are any good. I know they are inexpensive but they are american made.

Chad Rhodes · 04-09-2014, 10:52 AM

From what I understand they are a spin off of QA1, some guys who left there, or got laid off. I've heard good things about them, but currently we don't sell them. I do plan on talking to them and possibly carrying their products.

Chad Rhodes · 04-09-2014, 03:45 PM

this thread motivated me to talk to the good folks at Viking Shocks, and I'm excited to announce that we are now a dealer for them. I'd be happy to get you a price if you'll give me an application or dimensions for what you need.

Dyno · 04-09-2014, 08:34 PM

If all (or most of) the parts come from China (or over seas) but are assembled in the US, can you say it is "Made in the USA"? Just wondering outloud.

Chad Rhodes · 04-09-2014, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dyno

If all (or most of) the parts come from China (or over seas) but are assembled in the US, can you say it is "Made in the USA"? Just wondering outloud.

A lot of companies do. Some of the offshore stuff is junk, some of it's not. Remember iPhones are made in China too.

Dyno · 04-10-2014, 04:58 PM

FYI:

The Standard For Unqualified Made In USA Claims

What is the standard for a product to be called Made in USA without qualification?

For a product to be called Made in USA, or claimed to be of domestic origin without qualifications or limits on the claim, the product must be "all or virtually all" made in the U.S. The term "United States," as referred to in the Enforcement Policy Statement, includes the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. territories and possessions.

What does "all or virtually all" mean?

"All or virtually all" means that all significant parts and processing that go into the product must be of U.S. origin. That is, the product should contain no — or negligible — foreign content.

Chad Rhodes · 04-10-2014, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dyno

FYI:

The Standard For Unqualified Made In USA Claims

What is the standard for a product to be called Made in USA without qualification?

For a product to be called Made in USA, or claimed to be of domestic origin without qualifications or limits on the claim, the product must be "all or virtually all" made in the U.S. The term "United States," as referred to in the Enforcement Policy Statement, includes the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. territories and possessions.

What does "all or virtually all" mean?

"All or virtually all" means that all significant parts and processing that go into the product must be of U.S. origin. That is, the product should contain no — or negligible — foreign content.

is there a point you're trying to make? If someone builds billet parts here in the USA, but the billet material is imported, does that qualify? I'm just curious as to why you picked this thread to raise this question?

Dyno · 04-10-2014, 05:40 PM

As I read the description from the FTC, no, that would not be USA made because the material did not originate from the US. Many products that we all buy, from items for our homes to products for the race car, we all have the option to support companies that use parts and materials that are "Made in the USA". All I am saying is that I try to support companies that do.

Bobby Lundholm · 04-11-2014, 08:34 AM

At Oliver Connecting Rods every process that we do to the rods is done in Michigan: from forging to finishing. Not like some of the other guys that only finish in the USA.

L79racer · 04-11-2014, 05:57 PM

Yes I knew the connection to qa1. I did hear they were pretty good. Just wanted to know if anyone here had used them.

Chad you have a PM

Vinny

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L79racer Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: North Massapequa, NY Posts: 218 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Viking coil overs? Anybody use these. Wondering if they are any good. I know they are inexpensive but they are american made.

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Chad Rhodes VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Where the Green Grass Grows, AL Posts: 2,375 Likes: 0 Liked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Viking coil overs? From what I understand they are a spin off of QA1, some guys who left there, or got laid off. I've heard good things about them, but currently we don't sell them. I do plan on talking to them and possibly carrying their products. __________________ Chad Rhodes 2113 I/SA

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Chad Rhodes VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Where the Green Grass Grows, AL Posts: 2,375 Likes: 0 Liked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Viking coil overs? this thread motivated me to talk to the good folks at Viking Shocks, and I'm excited to announce that we are now a dealer for them. I'd be happy to get you a price if you'll give me an application or dimensions for what you need. __________________ Chad Rhodes 2113 I/SA

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Dyno Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 916 Likes: 1,137 Liked 685 Times in 204 Posts	Re: Viking coil overs? If all (or most of) the parts come from China (or over seas) but are assembled in the US, can you say it is "Made in the USA"? Just wondering outloud.

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Dyno Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 916 Likes: 1,137 Liked 685 Times in 204 Posts	Re: Viking coil overs? FYI: The Standard For Unqualified Made In USA Claims What is the standard for a product to be called Made in USA without qualification? For a product to be called Made in USA, or claimed to be of domestic origin without qualifications or limits on the claim, the product must be "all or virtually all" made in the U.S. The term "United States," as referred to in the Enforcement Policy Statement, includes the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. territories and possessions. What does "all or virtually all" mean? "All or virtually all" means that all significant parts and processing that go into the product must be of U.S. origin. That is, the product should contain no — or negligible — foreign content.

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Dyno Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 916 Likes: 1,137 Liked 685 Times in 204 Posts	Re: Viking coil overs? As I read the description from the FTC, no, that would not be USA made because the material did not originate from the US. Many products that we all buy, from items for our homes to products for the race car, we all have the option to support companies that use parts and materials that are "Made in the USA". All I am saying is that I try to support companies that do. Last edited by Dyno; 04-10-2014 at 05:44 PM.

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Bobby Lundholm Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Charlevoix, MI Posts: 452 Likes: 113 Liked 122 Times in 48 Posts	Re: Viking coil overs? At Oliver Connecting Rods every process that we do to the rods is done in Michigan: from forging to finishing. Not like some of the other guys that only finish in the USA. __________________ Bobby Lundholm 3516 G/SA

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L79racer Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: North Massapequa, NY Posts: 218 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Viking coil overs? Yes I knew the connection to qa1. I did hear they were pretty good. Just wanted to know if anyone here had used them. Chad you have a PM Vinny