Looking for RT55I's

messiah
messiah Posts: 1,790
edited January 2009 in Wanted (WTB) Classifieds
Hey there... Looking to pick up a pair of rt55i's. I'm located near Chicago, so local would be great, but am willing to pay for shipping if it doesn't cost too much. I don't want to use ebay, I'd rather buy here because at least the people here seem to care about their equipment, and it's a community. Ebay is just buying from a stranger. Thanks in advance!!
"They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
Benjamin Franklin, February 17th, 1775.

"The day that I have to give up my constitutional rights AND let some dude rub my junk...well, let's just say that it's gonna be a real bad day for the dude trying to rub my junk!!"
messiah, November 23rd, 2010
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  • Kex
    Kex Posts: 5,194
    edited January 2009
    messiah wrote: »
    Hey there... Looking to pick up a pair of rt55i's. I'm located near Chicago, so local would be great, but am willing to pay for shipping if it doesn't cost too much. I don't want to use ebay, I'd rather buy here because at least the people here seem to care about their equipment, and it's a community. Ebay is just buying from a stranger. Thanks in advance!!
    Ebay pricing on these varies a lot, and can be quite pricey at times (as high as $300). Shipping them will not be cheap either: they are big and heavy (built like a tank). I posted a response to you in a similar thread, but finding a local deal on these would really be ideal for you IMO.

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showpost.php?p=986291&postcount=5
    Alea jacta est!
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,243
    edited January 2009
    i have a pair but would like to keep them. there is a pair on ebay right now if this helps at all. here is the link.i know you said you want to stay away from ebay but i have never had a problem buying from there.


    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=120363657549
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,243
    edited January 2009
    my problem is i paid $600 for them new like 8yrs ago i still have the box's,Manual,Registration card,and they still look like i just got them they are flawless. so to sell them for like $200 to $300 just kills me. so my plan is to use them in the livingroom upstairs.
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited January 2009
    I understand tool fan. Hell, I'm a tool fan too! I didn't expect to get them the first day I posted this, nor do I need them tomorrow.... guess I'll keep waiting. Thanks TF and Kex
    "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
    Benjamin Franklin, February 17th, 1775.

    "The day that I have to give up my constitutional rights AND let some dude rub my junk...well, let's just say that it's gonna be a real bad day for the dude trying to rub my junk!!"
    messiah, November 23rd, 2010
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,243
    edited January 2009
    messiah wrote: »
    i understand tool fan. Hell, i'm a tool fan too! I didn't expect to get them the first day i posted this, nor do i need them tomorrow.... Guess i'll keep waiting. Thanks tf and kex

    tool rules. Lol good luck
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  • Kex
    Kex Posts: 5,194
    edited January 2009
    messiah wrote: »
    I understand tool fan. Hell, I'm a tool fan too! I didn't expect to get them the first day I posted this, nor do I need them tomorrow.... guess I'll keep waiting. Thanks TF and Kex
    Just check your local craigslist.com and you should get lucky eventually. Remember to check for tweeter damage though, even if these can be replaced
    Alea jacta est!
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited January 2009
    Yeah, I've been watching for a while now and there have been at least two sets that I can remember. One set I drove out to pick up, and the people never showed up. The other I couldn't get in time due to work. What should I be looking for as far as the tweeters are concerned?
    "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
    Benjamin Franklin, February 17th, 1775.

    "The day that I have to give up my constitutional rights AND let some dude rub my junk...well, let's just say that it's gonna be a real bad day for the dude trying to rub my junk!!"
    messiah, November 23rd, 2010
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  • Kex
    Kex Posts: 5,194
    edited January 2009
    messiah wrote: »
    ... What should I be looking for as far as the tweeters are concerned?
    They frequently get dented by less than careful owners. They should still work, if the jumpers are in place and properly tightened (between the binding posts, on the rear of the unit), but sound dispersion is affected and they should really be replaced. It's probably about $75 or so to get the replacement, and it may be a substitute rather than the exact identical tweeter. It's not a reason to back out of the sale, but it is a negotiating tool, as are torn or plucked grille cloth, broken grille retaining pins, scratches and dents, missing jumpers (very easy repair) ... I would also check that the drivers move freely when you push them gently from the front (do not touch the dome in the center) and that the binding posts are secure (not wobbly or loose).
    Alea jacta est!
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited January 2009
    Cool... if the opportunity arrises I will check that stuff out. Thanks for the info!!
    "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
    Benjamin Franklin, February 17th, 1775.

    "The day that I have to give up my constitutional rights AND let some dude rub my junk...well, let's just say that it's gonna be a real bad day for the dude trying to rub my junk!!"
    messiah, November 23rd, 2010
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited January 2009
    Are these too much money?

    http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/ele/1005956658.html
    "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
    Benjamin Franklin, February 17th, 1775.

    "The day that I have to give up my constitutional rights AND let some dude rub my junk...well, let's just say that it's gonna be a real bad day for the dude trying to rub my junk!!"
    messiah, November 23rd, 2010
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  • lectronicjunkie
    lectronicjunkie Posts: 299
    edited January 2009
    Look at these. Maybe they will ship. http://tucson.craigslist.org/ele/1005800372.html
    It's all in the detail.
    :cool:

    HT Setup:
    Samsung PN50D550
    Onkyo TX-SR805
    Samsung BD-D6700
    Fronts: RTi10's
    Center: CSi5
    Side surrounds: RC65i's
    Rear surrounds: FXiA4's
    Sub: Velodyne CT120
    Outdoor: Atrium 45's

    Pictures here
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  • nikolas812
    nikolas812 Posts: 2,915
    edited January 2009
    WOW!

    Nice price and nice find!


    Might be better suited in the Audio deals of the day thread....






    Nick
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  • lectronicjunkie
    lectronicjunkie Posts: 299
    edited January 2009
    I just posted an audio deal of the day there.
    It's all in the detail.
    :cool:

    HT Setup:
    Samsung PN50D550
    Onkyo TX-SR805
    Samsung BD-D6700
    Fronts: RTi10's
    Center: CSi5
    Side surrounds: RC65i's
    Rear surrounds: FXiA4's
    Sub: Velodyne CT120
    Outdoor: Atrium 45's

    Pictures here
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited January 2009
    Wow, too bad they aren't closer lol!
    "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
    Benjamin Franklin, February 17th, 1775.

    "The day that I have to give up my constitutional rights AND let some dude rub my junk...well, let's just say that it's gonna be a real bad day for the dude trying to rub my junk!!"
    messiah, November 23rd, 2010
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