People are upset about my Aeroflow Dynamics video....

[@LifeisbetterwithaMalinois]

You ROCK thanks great channel.

[@murmsuniversalrobotics3938]

Thanks!

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@murmsuniversalrobotics3938 I really appreciate that! 🙏♥️

[@murmsuniversalrobotics3938]

@@HeavyMetalWRX we appreciate you. Social media provides the least emotionally regulated a platform to scream into an echo chamber. I like the fact that we live in an age where you don't have to be a millionaire to publish to the masses when I watch a channel like yours, and then I hate that you don't have to be a millionaire to reach the masses when someone like bigdickenergy or whatever his name is speaks up. It's either the age of the empowered individual or the age of the empowered idiot. You're objective and do your research, and you approach a topic with reason. I respect you for publishing something controversial within your community.

[@diallo1347]

I've been saying this since I first found your channel over a year ago. I don't have my vb yet, and I don't mod, BUT, I love your content and learn a lot from your content. Keep up the great work and let the haters hate. Most of them probably don't even have a wrx.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@diallo1347 I appreciate your support! 🤘

[@redshadow-xc2bu]

Customer service is slow. A grill was going to take three months. It took JD Muscle a week shipped and received. Both quality is good.

[@carsnanime4719]

Just commenting to say I appreciate you and your content! Learned so much about VB platform from your vids

[@talesofchippy]

Still support ya and watch ur vids regardless of the haters.

[@djl_00]

Even with your chopped audio, and long winded crazy videos, i still come back every single time for my weekly VB content. You’re getting better each day and nothing will stop me from watching these videos as long as you’re you, and you keep talking Subaru. 💪

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@djl_00 you had me in the first half😭🤣🤣 I appreciate you coming back week after week 🙏

[@frusignu2011]

same!

[@kida9598]

I love Aeroflow they are close to me so i always pick up from them. Also you're the man I love your channel and if i knew you were gonna be at subifest i would of said hi. Thanks for everything you do for us.

[@rallinurse]

I had AFD on my 2010 Mitsu RalliArt sportback. Since I'm local, I go directly to them and they installed it for me the same day. I had that car for 11 years and never had a problem. Now, I'm thinking about getting it from them again. I'm not defending them in anyway, I'm just saying that I have no issues with them when I got thier products. Now, im thinking about getting a set for my new car now ...

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Every company tends to have problems. I'm glad at least they don't hide it.

[@rallinurse]

@@HeavyMetalWRX Nothing is perfect. And you're right, as long as AFD is handling it like how it suppose to be, everything else is just noise!

[@handle3179]

Your all good with me, the video you made was strait forward and they gave a honest review and walk thru. Sad people doesn’t realize a lot of stuff is the same thing and stamped with another name. Keep it going love the videos

[@Gonin60]

Thanks for carrying the flag! What you did is a great thing. You are genuine and honest and just educating the community.

[@SavageBluetick]

No issues with my AFD parts. Front lip is great. After a long backorder I received a gloss black (ordered carbon fiber) front grill. Decided I liked the black better and they refunded the price difference quickly. No issues. You'd never know my lip kit all around is a combination of "different" companies. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Im glad you had a good experience!

[@Ian22VB]

One of best bud! Keep on your mission, people are listening:)

[@jasmy-canada]

No worries bro. Still love what you do! Keep the same trajectory!

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@jasmy-canada I really appreciate that!!

[@alanhenley4029]

Love the channel, don’t let the bastards get you down ha

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Of course! I will keep on doing what I do for our community!

[@antoineozaneaux6881]

YOU ROCK . great channel , never worry .

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Thank you! 🤘🙏

[@the_grim_griefer]

Smeedia is the best with Subies, but I gotta say this. I did not like you at first, but I like your channel now. I'm not a VB guy, but it can produce decent gains for less.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@the_grim_griefer I really appreciate that. I don't expect anyone to enjoy what I do blindly or any creator for that matter. I'm the same with some gaming channels I watch. That said I appreciate you driving me a chance at least. 🙏

[@quinndifferent]

Bro you stood up and started a channel with arguably the most hated WRX ever. You took ALL the trolls head on and kept the message pure, kept the content informative. This should be a mark of success to realize that you've crossed over to the Subaru Celebrity side of our community. This is where no matter what you do, You'll amass a group of dislike and/or hate just from talking about the weather now. KEEP RISING bro, keep making more content, continue to spread the Subie Love, and members from the community like myself WILL support you. THANK YOU bro!

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I really appreciate those kind words. When I read it like that you're absolutely right. I picked a tough time to come into Subaru content creation. Hahah

[@jakespeed]

I think of it as you’re reporting and interviewing something we can’t and now we know more about them. Great job brother ✌️

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I appreciate it!

[@SSteacher95]

Haters gonna hate, THANK YOU for your channel and all you do for the VB community.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Thank you! I appreciate the support!

[@jonathanbwa]

They do weird marketing stuff like increase their prices during Labor Day and then tell ppl use their “discount codes” just to end up getting a regular price…

[@DeaconXPS]

16:15: Ok, gonna share some old timer wisdom here. As the saying roughly goes, you will reap what you sow. In this case, if you get stuck in that grind, focusing on the ones who leave, you will never move forward, grow, or find your true potential. But, if you focus on your supporters, listen to what they say, follow their guidance, your growth will continue and expand. Aim in the direction you want to grow. If you want to go the way of the dodo, focus on the defectors. If you want to reach new heights, focus on those who are telling you how to do so. My .02 cents. New subscriber. New to any Subaru that was manufactured after Y2k. And most assuredly new to the VB. But both you and AFD have ushered me into this new age with confidence and excitement. Stay true to you and the fans will follow.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@DeaconXPS I agree. I will move on because to me it's just something that's happening right now. It doesn't rule my view of the work I do.

[@MK-xd5wg]

You know who you are. we all know your integrity and honesty. There will always be people that want to be derogatory. Just keep being you. You are awesome.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@MK-xd5wg thank you! Still it's important that we all are able to have a good back and forth regardless of our opinions vary. 🤘

[@CG-bi1ej]

Haters gonna hate 🤷🏽‍♂️ Keep up the good word!

[@bryanallendorf7064]

Love your channel, bro. Dude, SOA is talking about buying my car back because of multiple trans and clutch issues. I love the car, but I already color matched the bumper and have a ton of parts to bolt on. Has anyone ever heard of a buyback on a VB? Where does that leave me? They should trade me for another. Not just send me on my way. 😢

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@bryanallendorf7064 I appreciate the support! Dude you should see if you could talk them into maybe putting all of that money for the car and stuff towards a TS or something

[@bryanallendorf7064]

I wish. I literally have thousands in parts sitting with a Cobb AP that has been in the box for a year and just purchased new expensive flow formed wheels because I bent a couple last month. This car is possessed. I'm in talks with head woman in charge at SOA we'll see what happens.

[@SignHavoc]

Off topic: how do you feel about your perrin parts? I love the cosmetics of their parts, but that doesn't matter. Are they reliable? Perrin intake over ETS? 🤔

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Perrin stuff has been great to me! There has been testing done showing the Perrin intake to be one of the lower power ones (by 5-15hp depending on dyno and tuner) so that's something people care about. Besides that the reliability seems to be fine. No issues yet and all my parts have been through a lot.

[@SignHavoc]

@@HeavyMetalWRX thanks man. 🤩🤩 VB's looking better and better

[@johnmccombe6342]

Hey bro. You are awesome. There is never a problem with gathering and bringing out information. This is a really good community, but there is always gonna be a select few people that are always just gonna be online to hate or to drag things. Any one mistake and their whole world crumbles. Forget those attitudes and just keep kicking butt my friend! The real folks will always be here for you!

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I really appreciate that!

[@cmbcmb4680]

Agree with this 100%. More information is never a bad thing. We live in a silly world now where people get upset when someone they don’t like gets interviewed.

[@Stevie445]

Thank you for your content and passion. Re some of the negative comments, comes with the territory. You are voiding your ideas, comments, and concerns to a large audience, many of us new to the brand and make. You make the time and effort to go out and meet the vendors and mechanics, so your word is valuable.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@Stevie445 I appreciate the support! I don't for the community but I also meant a lot from it. I may have a channel but sometimes I'm as lost as everyone else. We go on this journey together r

[@Stevie445]

@@HeavyMetalWRX i also agree that the vb seats are not the most comfy lol

[@MonkMediaOfficial]

Damnnn.. What is going on. I need to keep up. I left the subie community and AFD gets accused of being a fraud 😤

[@irvinsalazar7378]

I bought my duckbill which no one else offers as aggresive. Its the Kogeki v5. Came in perfectly fine from AFD. Came in like 2 days also.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I'm glad you had a good experience! I'm happy that people are telling their stories, good or bad.

[@RisingSunWRX]

I have a video on my take brother that I’m gonna upload on my take on this man and would really like to get your opinion on my thoughts

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Post it and I'll watch it!

[@RisingSunWRX]

@@HeavyMetalWRX Loading it right now brother, should be up later this afternoon

[@RisingSunWRX]

@@HeavyMetalWRX if you can brother check your email, sent a link to the video

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@RisingSunWRX It says its private and I cant access it.

[@RisingSunWRX]

@@HeavyMetalWRX Just sent you an email to the gmail

[@Allwayzworkin]

Dude you don’t have to justify shit from anyone brother, met you at Boxerfest in York PA, and you’re not lying you will speak with anyone. You’re cool AF and your VB is dope AF. Keep doing you my boy🤘

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Hey!! Thanks so much, what was your name? I met so many bad ass people in PA, I feel bad I don't remember everyone 😭

[@Allwayzworkin]

@@HeavyMetalWRX Ivory and I have a ‘13 hatch and I’m in the Air Force. I asked you if the STI rumors were real lol

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@Allwayzworkin oh yes! I do remember now haha!

[@Allwayzworkin]

@@HeavyMetalWRX yeah man you crushed my hopes lol but I really appreciate you taking the time out to speak with me. Blessings to your family 🙏 I’m always looking forward to your content and I trust your work.

[@NBNxRandy]

Some of their stuff is about the quality of what you would get on ebay items for a 3rd of the price. The support you get from them is pretty good tho. They were pretty responsive with some issues I had with one of their duckbill spoilers. The vent visors I got from them I still have on the car.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I'm glad you had a good experience!

[@RisingSunWRX]

What camera do you use for your videos brotha

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@RisingSunWRX hey! I actually use a 14 year old Nikon d5500 with the stock 18-55mm lense it came with lol I am due for an upgrade big time.

[@aeroflowdynamics]

Bro the thumbnail LMFAO!!!!

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Hahaha I thought you'd like that 🤣🤣

[@SenorRobb]

So if AFD isn’t the best place to get exterior parts for the VB then which company is more reputable with higher quality parts? New Subaru owner here.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@SenorRobb AFD is a good place. You can also try JDMuscle or Import Image Racing.

[@ismael5755]

i've had my problems with aeroflow and will never order from them again

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I understand!

[@geraldboylan5635]

80 % happy with AFD . And love your videos because there VB content. You’re a good source to go to .. PERIOD ! 😊

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I appreciate that. 80% is a B!

[@rhyswren2294]

Fook the haters man! Real knows real

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I appreciate that!

[@UpstateSTI]

I’ve had my aero flow for a few years! Front and back of my STI’ no issues no rust!

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I'm glad everything and been going well for you!

[@Skorch47]

I got a good batch of parts at first from Aeroflow for my VB, and the only part I really had an issue with was the CF duckbill spoiler was a little tiny bit warped and didn't fit exactly, denting my trunk a little. Instead of throwing a fit like I see saddeningly often, I had a local body shop take a look, sand the spoiler and re-apply with their 3M and screws, showed AFD the body shop bill for transparency, and AFD helped me out by covering the body shop's bill off the cost of the spoiler. Sure, I can't return my hood scoop I didn't use, but it is what it is; spare parts for later. Throwing a fit will just feed this saddeningly recurring cycle of vitriol around anywhere we use to get parts. Keep doing your thing, Awais. You're awesome! Let the door hit the haters where life split 'em on the way out. Just makes those who stick with you all the better.

[@alexanderwise3932]

Look what matters most is that when you buy a product it arrives and is of decent quality. Aeroflow has not disappointed me yet. Does some stuff take a bit to arrives, yes but it’s always listed on the website that the product will arrive at a later date. I think a lot of it is that people are insanely loyal to long standing brands and not giving new companies a chance

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@alexanderwise3932 I agree. If and when they have customer services issues then for sure they should address them. Im Not saying they her a free pass. I want the criticisms to be fair as well. For all companies.

[@free2chill727]

I haven’t done business with them but those guys seem pretty cool to me, and I thought it was cool of you to interview them

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@free2chill727 I thought so as well. I enjoy when companies give me the chance to interview them.

[@VexEdits]

I ordered my V-type wing (type R wing) in the wrong color. My title and registration even says "Peal Blue" but it's actually WRB. Anyways i contacted Kevin Garcia via the 2022+ VB group and they replaced mine at no cost. I paid the shipping there $70 or so but still. For something that was 100% my fault they replaced it and shipped it back. I've ordered pretty much my entire car from AFD. They've even hooked me up with new release items to test out at no cost. I keep going back for the customer service. They are prompt and hella chill.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Dude WHAAAAT why is your title color wrong? That's crazy.

[@ezimm81]

I’ve had nothing but good thing to say about AFD. Ordered many parts and preordered stuff and they always ship fast for me and always answer question when i email them. Some people don’t like them cause they also don’t look at things that are backordered. People love noble parts but don’t realize afd is the same stuff. People just always like to talk shit on anyone

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I think it's important that people do listen to what's going on in the community. Sometimes we go a little too hard hating on something.

[@ezimm81]

@@HeavyMetalWRXi can agree with that 100% but people also think that afd is making half this stuff. It’s all the same stuff as noble i notice for the most part minus a few stuff they do make models and forms from in house. I think it’s great you’re putting the info out there for everyone. Myself included to look into as a very frequent viewer of the channel.

[@brian6speed]

Trying to say it is discrimination against asians is just silly. These are ppl who bought Subaru's which are japanese cars and everyone loves jdm parts because they are quality. It was pretty obvious to me that AFD parts were bad quality so I avoided them completely.

[@Handy-How-To-Tips]

Hey man, I'm local in California and would love to talk to Jeff at Aeroflow Dynamics about a new product for the VB WRX, I'm working on a prototype, or possibly the owner? I'm pretty certain this will be a big hit! Since you've talked to him before can you maybe help me get in touch with him? If the product becomes a real thing I'd love to have you talk about it on Heavy Metal WRX and if I end up with a booth at a Subie Fest event or something to market the product, I would also try to get some exposure for Heavy Metal WRX as well.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I don't know if that is something I'd want to be a middle man for. I understand what you're saying but it may be better for you to make a fee and promote them yourself. If you have a patent you wouldn't have to worry about people sterling your idea (you'll know if it happens 🤣). You'll have to see if the community feels it would be a big hit. Whatever it is I hope it is a hit!

[@Handy-How-To-Tips]

@@HeavyMetalWRX Yeah, I would like to get a patent for it, but then again, if people really want to knock it off, a patent won't stop them. Besides, who would really go through all the hassle to pay lawyers and court fees etc.? But, that's fine I understand if you don't want to be a "middle man." Just thought that since you said you might be giving up on KZbin thought you'd be interested in an opportunity to get more views.

[@VBwrex]

They did not take stuff back, i called and emailed them i have proof and they never solved my issue i had a WRX VB V2 wing. They sent me new brackets for the wing and the wing was still horrible and whistled very noticeably.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@VBwrex true there's no way for me to go back and verify all this stuff however if you notice what was going on in the community all of the wings whistled not just theirs and nobody was taking them back just because they were whistling.

[@VBwrex]

@@HeavyMetalWRX they did indicate that they would take it back and send me a shipping label due to the faulty wing but they never replied back via emails or calls i still have everything stored on my phone but i don’t blame your channel for that i love your content, their just a shady business and i wouldn’t recommend them. Thank you for reaching out to them though.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@VBwrex I agree that bad customer service needs to be sorted out. When I was there I could tell you they needed more customer service. It was more accidental neglect than it was malevolent. This is what I'm trying to showcase. I forget to reply to emails or respond to messages all the time. People actually get upset with me if I don't reply on IG, I get it.

[@DeaconXPS]

Good discourse. More of this please. Thank you both!

[@VBwrex]

@@DeaconXPS he has never been dishonest nor had anything but positive messages in his channel it wouldn’t be fair to hold him accountable for trying to find the root issue of a know problem with a company, i got burned by aeroflowdynamics i will never buy from them again. But i will keep watching heavymetalwrx.

[@steve8803]

Most people who crap on them don't even have first hand experience. They are just parroting what they "heard".

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@steve8803 it's possible. Even if they do we have to be honest about the interactions. I've been in customer service for some time, even in IT. People tend to remember the negatives more.

[@andrewvanburen5096]

I have first hand experience. They sell things that aren’t in stock all the time. I purchased 3 different items from them and had to wait weeks with no update. Then when you message them they told me the items weren’t even in stock. They have a terrible business model and hide it with an above average social media presence

[@steve8803]

@@andrewvanburen5096 stories like that sound made up. Because if true, there is no way you are giving them that many chances.

[@andrewvanburen5096]

Yea ok it’s made up haha. They did it to me on a v3 and v4 duckbill. And then again on a pair of side skirts. I haven’t bothered with their site since.

[@steve8803]

@@andrewvanburen5096 yes and I am sure to believe everything I read. Lol 😂

[@RaceCarFriends]

Lol why???

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@RaceCarFriends it's the internet. You know how it goes!

[@RaceCarFriends]

@@HeavyMetalWRX Lol facts the internet is the new Wild Wild West 😆

[@CruelUnknown]

I think a few people here have said it already. I never understood the hate for AFD, I see it even in a VB Facebook group. Yet there is a guy named Kevin who works for AFD in that group who reaches out personally to everyone who has issues... So I don't know how that equals a shitty company? Their products might be cheap, but again as others said, it's the same stuff that JDMuscle and Noble have, so why only hate AFD? I'll be buying painted fender flares when I can. And I'll make my own decisions on AFD. I'm sure they'll be great 👌🏻

[@Valkyrst]

Hey I just wanted to give you my 2 cents. I honestly don’t like AFD products. But you are always subject to your opinion. I think you are a great content creator. So keep up the great work. Now I don’t think their products are cheap Chinese stuff. But I do believe they have insanely poor quality control. I had bought my wing and had a cracked base. Yes they did replace it multiple times. It was such a pain as a customer to go through that process. And even till this day the newest wing I got. The paint had chipped. This would have been the 3rd time. I am just so exhausted as a customer. I would rather I send the product back to them and give me a refund. The end of my day, from personal experience. I think they have great ideas. But man the quality control is just horrible. I bought a diffuser from them as well. And the bolts rusted. The side skirts I bought from them fell off.

[@danielnekrash6771]

All you have to do is say your sorry

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@danielnekrash6771 🤣🤣 I have nothing to apologize for!

[@danielnekrash6771]

It was only a joke

[@matthewwain9958]

Got my wing on sale. It appears to be ABS. Good quality. Single stage paint to be fair, but good overall. A few sealing washers wouldnhave made the overall package better, but for the price no complaints. Always had positive interactions with any and all employees so far. I will likely buy from them again.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@matthewwain9958 yea most of the pieces are absolutely or polypropylene. It's cosmetics for a 30k. My expectations are very tempered when I get this stuff.

[@RushroyaleAddicts]

Reddit holds some of the worst people who only like to poop on others no matter what you say, lol. Screw them dude, you seem honest and personable to me. This drama doesn't affect my thoughts on you and your content. :)

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Ive been on the internet since 2002. I have been playing online games (World of Warcraft) for 16 years. I am totally accustomed to trolls and internet arguments haha

[@bigbodykarate6403]

Just because he has a warehouse doesn't mean he isn't re-selling someone else's products at a mark up , it totally makes sense when you think about the wait time/shipping/and quality issues . They are using the incorrect term for what they do , it may not be "drop shipping" but they are not making everything in house they receive the same Chinese parts from an oem like all the other ebay blasters and re-box and label them as their own it is what it is . Trash is Trash .

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

No one said they make everything in house. They even said they have a factory overseas that makes the parts for them. Then they get shipped to the US. That's what MANY companies in the US already do. 🤦‍♂️

[@Nonx47]

The thing is almost every company does this. It's not like you stop using Amazon or eBay or. Shopping at Best Buy or Target or whatever. Calling one company out because of assumptions is ridiculous, if you know they don't make all their own products then what's the problem? They don't say they made it themselves... Getting upset about something obvious is weird, it almost feels like the community is upset that they were naive instead of just saying "oh, I didn't realize everyone did that, but I won't let this knowledge affect me because of my bias."

[@murmsuniversalrobotics3938]

Did you happen to post this message on an iPhone or Android...?

[@Frozencrantz]

​@@HeavyMetalWRX Yup, plenty of manufacturers and brands are supplied from overseas and build Chinesium into their own products or repackage. It's not uncommon and it's what a LOT of "influencer" brands do. Plus, it's not just AFD doing it for VB WRX owners. Where do people think Noble, JDMuscle, etc. get a lot of their plastic stuff? I haven't seen any criticism of those guys at all. I'm positive they and almost every other seller on eBay pretty much have the same supply chain. Hell, I'm curious to see if they all have the same mold/cavity markings on those parts, too LOL Personally, I think AFD's markups are ridiculous but they probably have some sort of reasoning (again, don't really care why), though they do admittedly get the most hate out of other brands, which I find interesting. Probably because AFAIK, they were one of the first who saw the true potential in the VB market and POUNCED on that opportunity and painted a big target on their backs. Just interesting to see they catch flak for the same stuff other brands are doing. There's plenty of anecdotes out there of people ordering eBay Chinesium and receiving it in Noble packaging. Nothing but crickets when it comes to JDMuscle and Noble, though 🦗🦗🦗 And don't get me wrong, no hate to AFD. In fact, the first lip I ever got was from them. I'm glad they basically pioneered the VB aftermarket and got other folks trying to cash in on it. A competitive market is a strong market. Either way, doesn't matter to me because if I want cheap, replaceable, Chinese aero then I've opted to buy direct from eBay 😂😂 Those guys have the factory connections

[@jwschmuc1]

Dude it's the internet, it just gets worse and worse...it's easy for me to say ignore em cause I'm not in your yourube shoes..I agree with everything you are saying bud and I think most reasonable people do....Fuck em man, I love your vids and please keep it up!...

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@jwschmuc1 you are right. But now I am a part of the internet haha

[@jwschmuc1]

@@HeavyMetalWRX haha, true..be the good internet :)..vb forever!

[@VB_Bryan]

Just tons of blind hate with AFD. I have bought lots of things from them, no issues. I know others have though, but I also know they will go out of their way to correct the mistake. Don't let the hate get to you Awais.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I understand that sometimes people have issues with companies and I think it's relevant for everyone to know. We just need to be a little better about how we voice that concern.

[@dawincebee]

The pod cast should be called “around the ringland” haha

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@dawincebee lmaoooo ohhh boy

[@larrylambert2727]

Love your channel but Aeroflow absolutely did me dirty. I ordered an in stock spoiler for my WRX from them- got the wrong color by mistake- on me, but I contacted them to cancel the same day and they not only would not cancel my order but wouldnt even allow me to ship it back to them at my expense. They just refused to take it back. That’s a garbage shortsighted company. I was at the beginning of my build and other sellers gladly took my money. Never again with aeroflow.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@larrylambert2727 my intention is not to give them a pass or forgive them all the wrong things that have happened. This is why I went there. To ask why bad stuff even keeps happening. I'm sorry that happened to you. There are a few stories like yours and then there are stories like yours with the completely opposite ending.

[@larrylambert2727]

@@HeavyMetalWRXYeah, I didnt sweat it too much honestly- a couple hundo on a build wasnt awesome to lose but it wasnt catastrophic. I was just shocked that a company would create such a negative experience over such a small amount. Really says a lot in my opinion. I havent even seen the vid this video is referencing but cant see anything wrong with trying to create a dialogue and get answers. Dont sweat the flak. Put those negative vibes in your rearview like I did with AFD. Life’s too short

[@EvolutionIX219]

You could be friends with Kim Jung Un and id still love ya dawg.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@EvolutionIX219 hopefully never comes to that 🤣🤣

[@AcesHighMedia]

lmao 💀

[@murmsuniversalrobotics3938]

If he was friends with Kim Jung Un the CIA would also want to be his friend 😂

[@SansooIan]

Highlight this Comment: I run a Literal Collision Repair Body Shop. Guess what: INSURANCE Companies Choose/Approve A/M Taiwan made Parts to Replace the Parts on your Damaged Vehicle all the time, UNLESS you pay extra for an OEM only Policy which the MAJORITY of people do not have, nor do they even think about when signing up for a Policy. I Also worked for SOA. For example: Do people really think the 2021 STI Never Came for Whistling Issues due to their Wing? They Absolutely did. All the Time. You would be surprised just how many OEM wings were replaced only to have the same whistle happen. A Subaru Dealership itself is a Form of Drop Shipping Cars Made in Japan. Even American Made Products, like freakin Chevy. Dear Gawd I wish people knew just how crap some parts can be. They Come in the Box, you fit them, and they fit like Absolute Dog S***. So we Return it and get a piece. AND PPL STILL GET MAD about how long its taking due to Parts Holdup/Shipping. How about this, Imagine waiting 7MONTHS for a Bedside Panel for a Toyota Tacoma.. and you finally get it, Fit the Panel to the Truck... "OH WELL WOULD YOU LOOK AT THAT, The Bedside Panel from TOYOTA OEM Did not FIT correctly. "Hey guy, need another bedside for this vin and need to return this one." 'Well Looks like the closest time frame for another is 2.5MONTHS. 2.5 MORE MONTHS OF BACKORDER. If your Parts do not fit correctly, then the shop obviously did not care. It is YOUR job to find a shop that will put the car together correctly according to THE OEM Parts Manuals. I have a whole Library of Current and Older manuals of all Makes, Even Jaguar which Ive only worked on 3 in the entire time ive managed this shop, you still need to consult the Notes -Period. How things are supposed to be fit, the amount of spot welds/spot weld points, Expansion Foam, You Name it. Fact of the Matter is, OEM Quality comes from the Care in how the vehicle is assembled. If you Care about your car? Especially after a wreck? Well you better make damn sure the shop you take your car to, cares just as much. Our Business has been serving the Community for 60+ Years. We are Older than AAA Insurance Themselves. There is NO difference between OEM Plastic and A/M Plastic. It All Fits the Same. It is all Made of the Same Plastic. And it ALL can be absolute DogS*** when you open the box. Whether its a BMW or a Toyota Corolla, Guess what... the Corolla is made out of the SAME materials as the BMW. In Conclusion: Yes Businesses have to Learn Just like You Do, Just like I Had to when it comes to providing a Service. I am ALWAYS experiencing Hiccups. But what I have learned is One Very Important thing: OEM - Aftermarket. They Both Come FLAWED at the same rate. Ive Returned things to Aeroflow Multiple times. I have ALSO Not Been able to return things to IIR, Subispeed, BlackhawkJapan, JDMuscle and other outlets. Hell Imagine Paying 900$ For an OEM Bedside and NOT BEING ABLE TO RETURN IT. The Shop just has to EAT it. If you truly care about the parts you by for your car, Go TO THE VENDER location and Inspect the Part before taking it HOME. Just like I have to.. ESPECIALLY when I have to work on a Lame-a** Tesla. They Do not SHIP the MAJORITY of their parts. I have to make a special trip myself or get Approval from someone Above the Dealership to allow Allocation for Said Parts. You think I would just... Wait for it to get here.. and then decide if Im gonna be happy with it?? No. Im going to TAKE THE INITIATIVE and make Damn Sure I don't need to go back there, hours and hours away from My Shop. It all depends on circumstances, and no matter what you think, if you are nice enough, you WILL get helped. Not everyone or Business is perfect. Sometimes I have to Submit over 100 Individual Photos just to justify Repairs and Repair Processes, Everything from Opening the Box and checking for Damaged Parts, to Taking Photos of the Manual PROVING there is a Rock Guard Paint layer on the bottom side of a Truck/SUV. Not all circumstances are Ideal, but im taking Initiative. People need to grow up and remember this. Heres an even Better Idea. Have a BODY SHOP Install and Correct your Parts. Its Literally My JOB to make everything fit perfectly and Repair/Repaint In Order for Things to Fit Correctly. Want to know how much Paint Costs? Lexus will charge me 700 dollars for a literal PINT JAR. Paint is Hugely Expensive. Want solid installs? Don't expect to spend a little bit of money and expect a wing installed by my shop to be anywhere near what someone does at home. Same Build Materials, Different Work Process / Care to attention. A lot of people don't care to properly seal or protect the surrounding paint when drilling. People RUIN their trunks, but im not going to say anything.. Its their car. They don't even seal the Wing Components themselves! Regardless, we are all human. We All Have Learning to do. Best we can do, is forgive and move on.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@SansooIan damn that's a lot of knowledge you just dropshipped on us!! Always great to hear from people who know what their taking about.

[@SansooIan]

@@HeavyMetalWRX You make awesome videos. You get all the information people talk about/interested about, and its all fair. Glad you have this channel. Im looking forward to the next one!

[@juanticimo]

I havent worked with AFD, as in i havent bought anything, but i enjoy their content on youtube and i love how they helped the VB community single handedly. SO, with that being said, who cares what anyone says, if you went to the horses mouth and sat down, im good with that conversation. I felt that it was a good interview and it made sense on what happened i guess.. Again, I have no idea about their CS or products being faulty etc. People just want a reason to raise their fist and pump it.. Dont stress over this shit awais... anyone who doesnt take your word and has formed their own opinion is just that, their opinion. Getting dragged into shit like this will make you miserable about youtube. just ignore them.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

I agree. I wasnt stressed, I just wanted to respond and it came out during my livestream HAHA

[@matthewwain9958]

Lol... I find it hilarious that people said you are a shill for doing an interview, walkthrough etc. Keeo up the good work Awais!! If you haven't seen the facebook trash talking yet, then they like to speak bad about AFD. Some of it is likely competitors to be frank. Some criticism is valid, but a lot is just plain toxic drivel.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Yea the shill comment was pretty funny. I was surprised that people even considered it.

[@TJ_OFFICIAL_MELB]

Man what’s wrong with people, it’s all about networking and community. The video was great, and AFD admitted to their mistakes and have learnt from it.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Thats right! I made it my goal to go out and see as many companies as I can. I know not everyone can do that so I took it upon myself on behalf of the community.

[@TJ_OFFICIAL_MELB]

@@HeavyMetalWRX the WRX MAN!

[@jqd02r1]

Why you worry about the haters? 😂 most of the idiots who say something about “cheap Chinese product” can’t actually explain what’s cheap about it.

[@716Flat4]

we all saw that CGI warehouse! lol

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Jokes on you, the whole trip was CGI!

[@madmanmohoeknee7911]

All aftermarket parts look and feel cheap. From aeroflow to JD muscle. All of them

[@idrum2loud]

No one puts HM WRX in a corner! You are the best VB content creator and this drama will not change that. Please keep doing what you do!!!!

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@idrum2loud I appreciate the support 🤘🙏

[@deigobams3]

Aren't we all supposed to hate AFD, plastic cladding, and CVTs? Right? Isn't that what cool people think?

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

maybe CVTS hahah

[@Bloodrocutioner]

Aeroflow is quality and always pretty speedy shipping lol some people also dont understand that the titles arent always what they seem. Have to play with the titles and draw people in somehow, KZbin algorithm is weird nowadays. No reason to hate, you keep doing you bro, I'll always dig your content🤘

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you had a good experience.

[@Bloodrocutioner]

@@HeavyMetalWRX of course man! You're welcome!

[@andreledoux1346]

I support you and enjoy watching your stuff! After seeing all the hate and issues on the posts in this video, that is what its like to be a CVT WRX owner trying to post online. Everything time you post people just hate on you instantly 😂

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

@@andreledoux1346 haha omg duuuuude not the CVT 😭😭 I know I defend it when I can to the extent I can haha

[@Bloodrocutioner]

Ey ain't nothing wrong with the CVT as long as you take care of it and change your fluids lol

[@DarkWolfWRX]

I think a chunk of part of them saying its "chinese crap" came from the STI wings. They had the V1 which was made in the US and a solid quality, then they released the V2+ which was, and mind you they listed it and were honest, that they were from overseas. An the quality was obviously not on par. But yes, IT IS THE SAME PART others are selling haha. Though it is the internet so I am sure there are some racist ass hats here anyway. EOS sent me a wing as well, SAME PART. Ended up not using it. Too much work IMO. What I do think is AFD needs a more....likeable person doing their videos imo. The guy just really puts off that vibe of the kid at a car meet slapping on pep boy vents and wanting to race everyone 🤣 An wtf about sponsors with Tanners stuff? I missed that. Hell, I get sent parts for my tiny ass channel, an I do honest reviews on them. Def not the same as a sponsorship for food type deal, but like, we wouldnt make much content without these types of things. End of the day...People be dumb yo.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Idk man I liked Jeff 🤣🤣 maybe it was the boy racer in me that connected with him haha

[@c013s14w]

I wonder if i still have all my emails with them. they lied to me about shipping to me repeatedly and finally sent me unmatched shit and then ducked my calls. Customer service...pshh sure. That didnt happen until I called my credit card company. your videos are cool but my opinions on AFD is pretty low.

[@paintrain81]

That’s just flipping kids talking shit. I can tell ya right now if I could I’d upload pictures of my Wrx and I have thousands of dollars of mods from import image and Aeroflow and I can tell ya aeroflow has better prices and way more quality parts when it comes to splitters, skirts, all exterior mods and I’ve ran both so I’m talking from experience. I also fd up ordered a gurney flap from them wrong color, didn’t like it either way, they took it back no questions asked. I payed the $15 shipping but big deal it was my fault, I could have been on the hook for couple hundred. Now this isn’t to say import isn’t a great company cuz they are and their customer service is top notch. My cars tuned through Clark turner since 2000 miles speedometer, now at 12k and no problems, that was facilitated through import. So these kids running their mouth it’s just youth on the internet. I’m 43 and if they were jacking me around I’d let it be known but aeroflow is solid all ways around.

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

If someone has a bad experience then it is what it is. There is no excuse for bad customer service. What I have an issue with is people just roll with what the hear sometimes instead of doing research. I didn't want to just repeat the same stuff. This is why I went to the source for answers. Glad you had a good experience!

[@mitchell925]

Don't listen to redditors. Reddit is a cesspit for sad losers.

[@ArizonaPoolBuilders]

Who cares

[@Nickshukri]

I mean let them cry who cares lol

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Haha I don't mind having a conversation with the community. Through conflict comes resolution!

[@armandocardona6975]

Makes no sense to call products chinese crap… China has a lot to critique, but to say they don’t make high quality parts is insane. They make the best stuff, issue is that they can make at any price point you order it.

[@alexanderwise3932]

Not first

[@HeavyMetalWRX]

Aw man, next time! haha