- My Forums
- Tiger Rant
- LSU Recruiting
- SEC Rant
- Saints Talk
- Pelicans Talk
- More Sports Board
- Fantasy Sports
- Golf Board
- Soccer Board
- O-T Lounge
- Tech Board
- Home/Garden Board
- Outdoor Board
- Health/Fitness Board
- Movie/TV Board
- Book Board
- Music Board
- Political Talk
- Money Talk
- Fark Board
- Gaming Board
- Travel Board
- Food/Drink Board
- Ticket Exchange
- TD Help Board
Customize My Forums- View All Forums
- Show Left Links
- Topic Sort Options
- Trending Topics
- Recent Topics
- Active Topics
Started By
Message
re: Poll: Would you pay more for American made products if they are better?
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:10 am to bhtigerfan
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:10 am to bhtigerfan
quote:Yes I would - but that's been the problem all along - they aren't. The Germans and Japanese have embarrassed the US workforce (and the Unions) by putting out superior stuff. What do they expect?
Would you pay more for American made products if they are better?
0
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:14 am to BigAppleBucky
I don't necessarily shop for US-made products, but I usually go quality over price to a point.
When I worked in the auto business, I almost exclusively purchased Snap-On Tools because I couldn't take a risk on my shite breaking and leaving me without a way to make money because I wanted to save a nickel.
I'd prefer to purchase American-made products, but if I get quality from a foreign brand that's comparable and I can save a buck, I may do it.
My wife and I both drive Korean-built cars, but that's because she and I both worked for the Hendrick auto group for a bit and we got a good deal on cars that have good track records from our combined experiences.
When I worked in the auto business, I almost exclusively purchased Snap-On Tools because I couldn't take a risk on my shite breaking and leaving me without a way to make money because I wanted to save a nickel.
I'd prefer to purchase American-made products, but if I get quality from a foreign brand that's comparable and I can save a buck, I may do it.
My wife and I both drive Korean-built cars, but that's because she and I both worked for the Hendrick auto group for a bit and we got a good deal on cars that have good track records from our combined experiences.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:15 am to bhtigerfan
quote:
Are you gonna be a dumbass your whole life?
You don't have to be salty because your trailer full of expensive American made products are shite.
This post was edited on 2/20/17 at 11:17 am
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:16 am to bhtigerfan
I would
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:21 am to Tactical1
quote:Why do you feel the need to post shite like you have in a thread where everyone, except you, is being civil.
You don't have to be salty because your trailer full of expensive American made products are shite.
Just go away, no one wants to hear you drivel.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:25 am to bhtigerfan
quote:
Are you gonna be a dumbass your whole life?
quote:
thread where everyone, except you, is being civil.
Really now?
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:27 am to bhtigerfan
The chinese things might burn your muscles!
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:29 am to Tactical1
quote:Because of your idiotic remark.
Really now?
quote:That's a blatant lie, and you know it.
But they do cost more and they are not better.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:30 am to bhtigerfan
quote:
The American auto companies have greatly improved their products.
Yes, they have. Again, though, they're in a position of their own making, both in public perception as well as actual product performance.
quote:
I currently drive a `14 Ford F-150 and couldn't be happier
Again, I have no real issue with Fords.
quote:
A window motor that acts up, and the rear defroster doesn't work. I guarantee both are foreign made electrical parts.
You're probably right, but do you think these components would be better if they were American-made? Electronics, traditionally, have been the foreign (particularly Asian) strong suit. All components like those will have some inevitable failures, either based on time or just the incidental defect in production. It happens.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:30 am to bhtigerfan
quote:
Poll: Would you pay more for American made products if they are better?
Generally, yes, but there are some routine type products like paper towels in which quality is not that important and most people are simply shopping for the best price.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:31 am to Jimmy2shoes
quote:Nerve endings, not muscles.
The chinese things might burn your muscles!
TENS units are slightly different from EMS units.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:32 am to bhtigerfan
quote:
That's a blatant lie, and you know it.
Except it isn't and it appears to have hurt your feelings.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:35 am to S1C EM
quote:Quality control has always been a huge problem with Chinese products.
You're probably right, but do you think these components would be better if they were American-made? Electronics, traditionally, have been the foreign (particularly Asian) strong suit. All components like those will have some inevitable failures, either based on time or just the incidental defect in production. It happens.
See my earlier posts about the Toyota door lock motors. I think most people expect locks, windows and other electrical components of an auto to last more than 4 years. They should.
This post was edited on 2/20/17 at 11:35 am
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:37 am to Tactical1
quote:You're too ignorant to argue with. Sorry.
Except it isn't and it appears to have hurt your feelings.
I'll discuss this with normal people. Bye.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:39 am to bhtigerfan
quote:
I'll discuss this with normal people. Bye.
You didn't attempt to do discuss it at all, you just started calling names and crying about it.
It's okay man. You'll be fine.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 11:40 am to bhtigerfan
quote:
See my earlier posts about the Toyota door lock motors. I think most people expect locks, windows and other electrical components of an auto to last more than 4 years. They should.
You're not wrong; they should. The reality, though, is that there are defects in manufacturing. The Chinese make iPhones (and most Apple products for that matter), yet they are some of the most reliable in their segments.
And by the way, I saw a figure recently on the number of defective components that most major car manufacturers allow per 100,000 pieces (if memory serves correct). Most brands' supplier contracts allow for 500 defects per 100k. Lexus (Toyota's luxury brand) allows only 50 per 100k. They are not consistently rated the most reliable brand on the road by accident.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 1:24 pm to S1C EM
quote:Definitely. Lexus makes a great automobile, but they have the same electric lock motors as the Toyotas. I discovered this while researching how to fix mine.
Lexus (Toyota's luxury brand) allows only 50 per 100k. They are not consistently rated the most reliable brand on the road by accident.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 1:34 pm to bhtigerfan
Depends on the product, the upjump in quality, and the upjump in price.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 2:20 pm to bhtigerfan
Bh you are such a thin-skinned little girl. Whenever someone disagrees with you its time to throw a bitch-fit.
Posted on 2/20/17 at 2:54 pm to kingbob
quote:Definitely. We all want to save a couple of bucks on something when we can.
Depends on the product, the upjump in quality, and the upjump in price.
Determining the price vs. quality factor is part of everyday shopping.
Unfortunately, many manufacturers are partly to blame for today's "throw away society" for producing inexpensive junk products that are cheaper to purchase than repair. It's good and bad.
Page 3 of 4
Popular
Back to top
Follow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News