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Can order a NEW HB unit from Tallon for $400.00. All units sold now are the same and MFG by Bosch, they are the latest 2015 tooling casing. They all come with the same accumulator gas charged units. There does NOT appear to be much markup in the unit from Bosch to either vendors. They make their money in the adapter plate from firewall to HB head. How do I know this?
I was able to buy a new unit for $400 from Tallon. But If I needed the adapter plate I HAD to buy the complete line set, the fittings, hoses etc. As mentioned, dont need this, already have it. I mentioned this, it was said..that is how they pay for the costs of the plates and make money with the "accessories." So the price is $625.00. They are baking profits into selling the kit, which is completely fine, and understandable.
Hydratech unit will cost $550.00 without a line set but includes the adapter plate.
So the complete differences between the two vendors from my findings are:
* Jim. Jim at Hydratech is a hell of a guy. I had contacted him on numerous occasions last year when I went through all my "aeration" problems I was having. He was more than helpful
* Hydratech applies coatings of paint over an ALREADY powdercoated HB unit
* Hydratech uses some fasteners that are different and more appealing than the stock studs used on the tallon.
* Hydratech will separate more appealing castings on their street models and apply additional coatings of paint for appearance reasons (for extra money)
* Tallon and Hydratech have a similar firewall mounting plate that MUST be used to mount the unit to our firewalls. Either one is probably the same in fit and function. Both claim to place additional coats of clear to keep nice.
* Warranty is the same
So in my case where I don't need a complete kit, it appears Hydratech is a better option. What would I do with all the extra accessories that I do not need? I have had great dealings and support from Hydratech in the past, and haven't even bought from him before. So I guess my vote leads in this direction.