01-15-2013, 02:12 AM
Rambozo Wrote:You know, I didn't have high hopes for the Green Mountain I have. We just got it because it was the first barrel we ever worked on, and we didn't want to feel bad if we messed up. As it turned out though, it shoots much better than anticipated. I'm sold on Green Mountain barrels now.
I didn't mean to imply that GM barrels wouldn't shoot. I have zero experience with 'em. But the brand makes me think of inexpensive Ruger 10/22 replacement barrels. I wouldn't knowingly purchase a GM barrel. My perception may be flawed, but if other people have the same perception, then it could be a case where perception is reality and you miss sales opportunities because of it.
Not everyone can justify the expense of a BMW, so they look for a less expensive automobile that is perceived to be nearly as good at a fraction of the cost. Brands like Toyota, Nissan, etc come to mind. If you're trying to sell people a custom car with a Yugo engine, thinking you can convince them that it's better than the other "value" brands because you assembled it, you will have an uphill battle even if it really is better than the others.
So either skip using the Yugo engine at the heart of your build, or withhold that info from the stat sheet if you do.
Drifter