Warranty voiding

[McRuss <wtrrtw@xxxxxxxxx>]

Funny you should mention this.  I am going to point out to
him that the disclaimer states "...causal effect..."  In
other words, they have to prove that the modification
caused the failure.  What you said, just fewer words (for
the simple minded bastard I'm going to have to deal with.)

And do you think we could start a tire thread?  The rockers
vs OHC thing is wearing pretty thin.

"Work To Ride, Ride To Work"
 

Ask him if he has actually ever read the Magnusson-Moss 
Consumer Product 
Warranty Act. In one decision, the FTC held:

 "The Federal Trade Commissionbs Magnusson-Moss Consumer 
Product Warranty Act 
of 1992 prohibits compressor manufacturers from voiding 
their warranties 
because of the addition of third party oil additives in 
consumer applications, 
unless that equipment manufacturer proves that the 
lubricant harmed the 
equipment. "

    The same concept applies to any and all aftermarket 
accessories installed 
on a motor vehicle. The burden of proof is upon the 
manufacturer. They may 
not unreasonably withold coverage absent that proof.

 Something to have in your head the next time the dealer 
acts like an A-hole.

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