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Lee1969 · 04-29-2016, 01:58 PM

Thought I would help support the site. Bought a hat and coffee mug. Disappointed. Both have "made in China" stickers. A site dedicated to old "US" trucks selling China products! Just seems wrong. End of rant

**Ol Blue K20** · 04-29-2016, 02:13 PM

Where would you find "made in the USA" products from a bulk supplier? I haven't been able to, if you can find em please let me know. It would be cool info. I just bought some parts at the Harley dealer in Harley packages and they say "made in china" too. I think it's the world we are stuck in.

35boulder · 04-29-2016, 02:37 PM

I just received a t-shirt from the site and it says Made in USA.

DBK81 · 04-29-2016, 03:19 PM

I hope the fine finishings on your coffee mug aren't to out of spec being from China and all.

Also just an FYI, if it wasn't for these "China products" we wouldn't have any of the suspension or reproductions parts that are so easily available to keep these old "US Trucks" alive. Just saying.

"Made in the USA" hasn't meant good quality for a loooooooooong time, sorry to burst your bubble.

Lee1969 · 04-29-2016, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DBK81

I hope the fine finishings on your coffee mug aren't to out of spec being from China and all.

Also just an FYI, if it wasn't for these "China products" we wouldn't have any of the suspension or reproductions parts that are so easily available to keep these old "US Trucks" alive. Just saying.

"Made in the USA" hasn't meant good quality for a loooooooooong time, sorry to burst your bubble.

Guess those guys parting trucks out are crazy. As are the used parts buyers. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. Posted mine and so have you. I'll stick with "Made in America",

when I have the option.

**Ol Blue K20** · 04-29-2016, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee1969

Guess those guys parting trucks out are crazy. As are the used parts buyers. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. Posted mine and so have you. I'll stick with "Made in America",

when I have the option.

You used a key statement that I think most of us agree on "when I have the option". We don't always have that option though. I'm not arguing just pointing out the facts of the manufacturing world we live in. Hope everyone has an awesome day. This thread reminded me to look at my expensive "Flex Fit" hat. It's made in Bangladesh,dang imagine that Even the SF Giants can't find a place to get em

**VetteVet** · 04-29-2016, 03:58 PM

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**A1971Blazer** · 04-29-2016, 04:29 PM

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cleszkie · 04-29-2016, 04:32 PM

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**Ol Blue K20** · 04-29-2016, 04:50 PM

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**VetteVet** · 04-29-2016, 04:54 PM

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That guy is getting close to securing the party nomination.....

Looks like it, but remember the forum rules about no political discussion. I don't want to get in trouble.

**NGN** · 04-29-2016, 05:45 PM

I'm with you Lee 1969 and I also don't want to rant , OK maybe just a little, U.S.A.! U.S.A.! U.S.A.! Thanks great site everyone.
NGN Nick

**leddzepp** · 04-29-2016, 06:38 PM

If they were made in USA the price would be 3x higher and nobody would buy it. The consumer has spoken.

**special-K** · 04-29-2016, 06:58 PM

I thought everybody knew imprint stuff like this is made elsewhere now. I collect Fire King and other made in USA advertising mugs. That stuff is vintage

***Liz*** · 04-29-2016, 07:09 PM

The site merchandise is run through a company. If we made it, it would indeed be made in the USA. Unfortunately I have zero time to make shirts, aside the ones I do for my kids.

As for now, as per the cafe press site, the following are the items made in the USA. I am sure you could email and explain your disappointment and trade it for something on the list.

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Which of your products are made in the USA?

Here is a list of products that are made in the USA: All Buttons, Magnets, Stickers & unframed Posters, Greeting Cards, Note Cards, Postcards, Books, Journal, Classic Thong, Dog T-Shirt, Organic Fitted T-Shirt, Organic Women’s Fitted T-Shirt, Organic Toddler T-Shirt, Organic Kid T-Shirt, Baby Organic T-Shirt, Baby Organic Bodysuit, Fitted T-Shirt, Jr. Hoodie, Jr. Raglan, Jr. Spaghetti Tank, Throw Pillow, Yard Sign and Banner.

http://www.cafepress.com/cp/info/hel...rnrequest.aspx

**Ol Blue K20** · 04-29-2016, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

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Oops, I wasn't thinking. Sorry Liz....

***Liz*** · 04-29-2016, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

Oops, I wasn't thinking. Sorry Liz....

I didn't edit it

it's all good

**special-K** · 05-05-2016, 04:34 AM

I remember being disappointed to see made in Japan on a Genuine GM wheel bearing I bought from the parts dept. back in the '90s. I went to the dealer for a tailgate cable for my '92 and was handed one made in China. Some of what's being sold as N.O.S. is actually reproduction (GM Restoration Parts) made in Taiwan.

**bhc41051** · 05-08-2016, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by DBK81

I hope the fine finishings on your coffee mug aren't to out of spec being from China and all.

Also just an FYI, if it wasn't for these "China products" we wouldn't have any of the suspension or reproductions parts that are so easily available to keep these old "US Trucks" alive. Just saying.

"Made in the USA" hasn't meant good quality for a loooooooooong time, sorry to burst your bubble.

Just an FYI for you DBK81, China makes a lot more products than truck parts. They also make Rockets and 107mm Mortars. I have personally encountered said products while deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. 1,580 Canadians were killed or wounded in Afghanistan. Just a heads up, I would hate for a combat vet to put a Canadian made boot in your well, you know what I mean.

04-29-2016, 01:58 PM	#1
Lee1969 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 34	Site Merchandise Thought I would help support the site. Bought a hat and coffee mug. Disappointed. Both have "made in China" stickers. A site dedicated to old "US" trucks selling China products! Just seems wrong. End of rant Last edited by Lee1969; 04-29-2016 at 02:06 PM.

04-29-2016, 02:13 PM	#2
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,834	Re: Site Merchandise Where would you find "made in the USA" products from a bulk supplier? I haven't been able to, if you can find em please let me know. It would be cool info. I just bought some parts at the Harley dealer in Harley packages and they say "made in china" too. I think it's the world we are stuck in. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

04-29-2016, 02:37 PM	#3
35boulder Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 1,380	Re: Site Merchandise I just received a t-shirt from the site and it says Made in USA.

04-29-2016, 03:19 PM	#4
DBK81 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 357	Re: Site Merchandise I hope the fine finishings on your coffee mug aren't to out of spec being from China and all. Also just an FYI, if it wasn't for these "China products" we wouldn't have any of the suspension or reproductions parts that are so easily available to keep these old "US Trucks" alive. Just saying. "Made in the USA" hasn't meant good quality for a loooooooooong time, sorry to burst your bubble. __________________ 1972 C10 - It might be old, but it's not slow

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VetteVet Msgt USAF Ret Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 8,705	Re: Site Merchandise Edited by Staff: Please note that all Political and Religious discussions are against site rules. This policy has been in place since June of 2005. __________________ VetteVet metallic green 67 stepside 74 corvette convertible 1965 Harley sportster 1995 Harley wide glide Growing old is hell, but it beats the alternative. Last edited by kcsa75; 04-29-2016 at 04:54 PM.

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A1971Blazer Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 2,109	Re: Site Merchandise Edited by Staff: Please note that all Political and Religious discussions are against site rules. This policy has been in place since June of 2005. __________________ 1967 C10 Step side 1968 C10 Step side 1970 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer 1972 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer ............. Last edited by kcsa75; 04-29-2016 at 04:54 PM.

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Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,834	Re: Site Merchandise Edited by Staff: Please note that all Political and Religious discussions are against site rules. This policy has been in place since June of 2005. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

04-29-2016, 05:45 PM	#12
NGN Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Old Bridge,NJ Posts: 815	Re: Site Merchandise I'm with you Lee 1969 and I also don't want to rant , OK maybe just a little, U.S.A.! U.S.A.! U.S.A.! Thanks great site everyone. NGN Nick

04-29-2016, 06:38 PM	#13
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 19,986	Re: Site Merchandise If they were made in USA the price would be 3x higher and nobody would buy it. The consumer has spoken. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man

04-29-2016, 06:58 PM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Site Merchandise I thought everybody knew imprint stuff like this is made elsewhere now. I collect Fire King and other made in USA advertising mugs. That stuff is vintage __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-05-2016, 04:34 AM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Site Merchandise I remember being disappointed to see made in Japan on a Genuine GM wheel bearing I bought from the parts dept. back in the '90s. I went to the dealer for a tailgate cable for my '92 and was handed one made in China. Some of what's being sold as N.O.S. is actually reproduction (GM Restoration Parts) made in Taiwan. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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