Rear Strut Brace Group Buy # 2

Hey Raw Burt were you out on Woodward last weekend??? I think you showed me that rear strut brace??

Originally posted by Rickson:

Originally posted by djdanyloz:
it isn't any welding it just tightened/fit in place?

No welding!! Just tighten each end!!

Just tighten the nut and it expands out, easy as that. No welding, well unless you want to...

Originally posted by rcksvtcontour:
Hey Raw Burt were you out on Woodward last weekend??? I think you showed me that rear strut brace??

Yup that was me, and this is the GB. You going to jump in on it? We could avoid shipping charges.

1. CSVT1214
2. SHOgoFast
3. Mod-Deth
4. NVMYSVT
5. shavedsvt (money order)
6. JD28 (paypal)
7. DyComet (Paypal)
8.

Bold if your in

Sorry, but I'm out. Picked one up from a wrecked SVT

Originally posted by RawBurt:

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. SHOgoFast
3. Mod-Deth
4. NVMYSVT
5. shavedsvt (money order)
6. JD28 (paypal)
7. DyComet (Paypal)
8.

Bold if your in and PayPal address is Rawburt @ gmail . com

Thanks for including the price and email address on this page RawBurt. I just had to go dig through 9 pages of posts to find the PayPal address.

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. JD28 (paypal)
3. DyComet (Paypal)
4. shavedsvt (money order)
5. SHOgoFast
6. NVMYSVT
7.
8.

Bold if your in

Originally posted by CSVT1214:

Thanks for including the price and email address on this page RawBurt. I just had to go dig through 9 pages of posts to find the PayPal address.

Haha sorry about that.

$135 Shipped

But DO NOT send me any money until 8 people are committed. Until then, no GB

Originally posted by RawBurt:
1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. JD28 (paypal)
3. DyComet (Paypal)
4. shavedsvt (money order)
5. SHOgoFast
6. NVMYSVT
7.
8.

Bold if your in

Originally posted by CSVT1214:

Thanks for including the price and email address on this page RawBurt. I just had to go dig through 9 pages of posts to find the PayPal address.

Haha sorry about that.

$135 Shipped

But DO NOT send me any money until 8 people are committed. Until then, no GB

Crap! Refund or just hold the payment now?

I am still in.

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. JD28 (paypal)
3. DyComet (Paypal)
4. SHOgoFast
5. shavedsvt (money order)
6. NVMYSVT
7.
8.

Bold if your in

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. JD28 (paypal)
3. DyComet (Paypal)
4. SHOgoFast
5. shavedsvt (money order)
6. NVMYSVT
7. djdanyloz (will paypal when my direct deposit shows)
8.

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. JD28 (paypal)
3. DyComet (Paypal)
4. SHOgoFast
5. djdanyloz (paypal)
6. shavedsvt (money order)
7. NVMYSVT
8.

Bold if your in

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. JD28 (paypal)
3. DyComet (Paypal)
4. SHOgoFast
5. djdanyloz (paypal)
6. ryanblacksvt
7. shavedsvt (money order)
8.

Bold if your in

Go ahead and start PM'ing me your addresses

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. JD28 (paypal)
3. DyComet (Paypal)
4. SHOgoFast
5. djdanyloz (paypal)
6. ryanblacksvt
7. shavedsvt (money order)
8.

We need one more person to get this going

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. JD28 (paypal)
3. DyComet (Paypal)
4. SHOgoFast
5. djdanyloz (paypal)
6. ryanblacksvt
7. shavedsvt (money order)
8.

Alright well I'm an idiot, so I bought one of these for my COUGAR, which it doesn't fit. Would anyone mind buying it from me? I just took it out of the box, looked at my car, said "uh oh", then brought it back inside. Since I assume I can't return it, I'll say $120 shipped in the US.

I'll do it, but really don't want to screw up the second groupbuy.

Sorry guys, took GI8U2 up on his offer. Hate to seem him get stuck with something he can't use. Was really not trying to be selfish

Originally posted by jd28:
Sorry guys, took GI8U2 up on his offer. Hate to seem him get stuck with something he can't use. Was really not trying to be selfish

You son of a bitc....

Nah j/k man

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. DyComet (Paypal)
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz (paypal)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt (money order)
7.
8.

Lets keep this going

Kk, im ganna try to get some money together for this. How long will this go for do you think?

Nothing will happen with this until 8 people are committed. After that I'll purchase all the necassary parts and go to town. It'll be much quicker then the last one.

... ?

its worth every penny!!!

For a driver who drives spirited but not necessarily interested in auto-x/track events, could someone give an estimate of this RSTB compared to sub-frame connectors in terms of how my car would feel/respond?

Originally posted by phd2be:
For a driver who drives spirited but not necessarily interested in auto-x/track events, could someone give an estimate of this RSTB compared to sub-frame connectors in terms of how my car would feel/respond?

From what I've heard, if your getting subframe connectors... the RSTB is a good thing to have with them. Thats why I started this up after I got my connectors.

PH

Yes, you can feel the bar installed. I use my car only for street, sometimes I like to take a turn fast. There is one turn I went out to today to try this out.

With the Raw's RSTB installed, the car has a stiffer feel in the rear. Not saying it's effecting roll (which it can't). It just feels more locked (if you will) less shift to the body, cleans up the turn. Can't even really put it into words how much better and what I'm feeling, I guess solid would be good.

Raw... Crazy good work my man. 2 thumbs up on the workmanship. You took pride in these I can tell.

Originally posted by jd28:
Raw... Crazy good work my man. 2 thumbs up on the workmanship. You took pride in these I can tell.

Thanks man, I really do appreciate that.

2 more people... Anyone else interested or are we just going to close this?

if you close this would you consider doin this again in like a month or so??

Not unless there is interest, if this one falls through... I'll probly just keep it at the first one, and let history play its part. I'd really like to make another batch, but I cant without the full 8 people.

you guys should really jump on this!!! the bar make an awesome difference that really is worth the price!

and as robert said earlier, there arent many more products being built specifically for our cars, this is a great opportunity!

Do they not make rear strut bars for our cars anymore? I'm so not up to date with my suspension

If they don't I might be in on this, just have to check to see whether or not it clears my SUB box (and whether or not I have the money to spend, I still need poly roll res. and a bunch of other things

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Not made anymore, very hard to find, and best price around

How much are you out if you sell 6 and keep 2 "in inventory?"

I'd guess the remaining 2 would be off your books by the end of the summer.

I am in for 2, I really want this group buy to work and I am sure I can find somone to buy the 2nd one off me. I have a friend who just bought an SVT 3 weeks ago, if not him, then there are other ways. I can send info + payment via paypal as soon as Saturday 4/1/06 or Monday 4/3 if my bank happens to delay the process. Thanks.

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. DyComet (Paypal)
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz (paypal)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt (money order)
7. OutsidR
8. OutsidR

Thanks outsidr

We'll be ordering aluminum on monday

Originally posted by RawBurt:
1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. DyComet (Paypal)
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz (paypal)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt (money order)
7. OutsidR
8. OutsidR

Thanks outsidr

We'll be ordering aluminum on monday

Holy jebus, I was just about to get in on this and started reading the thread from the start and now it's done 5 minutes later!

PM'd ya Rawburt.

Originally posted by gooserex:

Originally posted by RawBurt:
1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. DyComet (Paypal)
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz (paypal)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt (money order)
7. OutsidR
8. OutsidR

Thanks outsidr

We'll be ordering aluminum on monday

Holy jebus, I was just about to get in on this and started reading the thread from the start and now it's done 5 minutes later!

PM'd ya Rawburt.

Sure, if you are serious about it, then you are welcome to take #8. I don't exaclty NEED 2 but if one order does fall through I will pick up the slack.

1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. DyComet (Paypal)
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz (paypal)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt (money order)
7. OutsidR
8. gooserex

gooserex - I'm not sure what its going to be like shipping to canada, but dont worry... We'll figure something out.

Originally posted by RawBurt:
1. CSVT1214 (PayPal)
2. DyComet (Paypal)
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz (paypal)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt (money order)
7. OutsidR
8. gooserex

gooserex - I'm not sure what its going to be like shipping to canada, but dont worry... We'll figure something out.

Alright, lemme know when your good to go!

Before we start sending money and all that kind of good stuff, i need to get everyones address on this list;

1. CSVT1214
2. DyComet
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt
7. OutsidR
8. gooserex

If you've already sent it to me, please PM it to me again.

BTW, the aluminum is being ordered today.

#'s 1, 6 and 8... I still need your addresses

PM sent!

Wow, This website is great. Is there any chance that someone from the last group of 8 is interested in selling? Else, I have to wait...

I really do doubt someone from the last GB is going to sell, I mean I just closed the last one a couple weeks ago. But hey, if there is enough interest for a third GB, i'll do it.

Payment sched? Thanks

Originally posted by djdanyloz:
Payment sched? Thanks

You guys can send me your payments right away if you'd like, it really doesn't matter to me. The way I did the last GB is, finished up all the bars and then had everyone send the payments.

But if you want to go ahead and send your payments, then please PM me letting me know that you are sending it. Also be aware, that it'll probably still be a week or two, maybe even three (doubt 3) until we have all 8 of them done. So its totally up to you guys...

BTW, the aluminum has been ordered. I'm not sure if its in yet though.

1. CSVT1214
2. DyComet
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt
7. OutsidR
8. shamun

Updated, Aluminum will be here somewhere near the end of the week. So we will most likely get started on the bars this weekend. Thanks

Hang in there guys, we are still working on these. It was a little hectic over easter weekend and we got next to nothing done.

shavedsvt
grant byrd
252 west second ave.
blairsville PA 15717

You probly shouldn't have posted that in the thread, but ok. Thanks... We are now set with everyones addresses.

Originally posted by shavedsvt:
shavedsvt
grant byrd
252 west second ave.
blairsville PA 15717

Hey, could we get your SSN and birthday, too? I need to open some new accounts.

Got the aluminum in yesterday and we start tomorrow

Ok we got quite a bit done this weekend. I have two completely done sitting in my garage. We are so close to being done, just a few finishing touches for next weekend.

Originally posted by phd2be:
For a driver who drives spirited but not necessarily interested in auto-x/track events, could someone give an estimate of this RSTB compared to sub-frame connectors in terms of how my car would feel/respond?

Subframe connectors bump you into SM...which is a place u don't wanna be!

Originally posted by mapoftazifoshoâ�??¢:

Originally posted by phd2be:
For a driver who drives spirited but not necessarily interested in auto-x/track events, could someone give an estimate of this RSTB compared to sub-frame connectors in terms of how my car would feel/respond?

Subframe connectors bump you into SM...which is a place u don't wanna be!

What?

Originally posted by RawBurt:

Originally posted by mapoftazifoshoâ�??¢:

Originally posted by phd2be:
For a driver who drives spirited but not necessarily interested in auto-x/track events, could someone give an estimate of this RSTB compared to sub-frame connectors in terms of how my car would feel/respond?

Subframe connectors bump you into SM...which is a place u don't wanna be!

What?

he's talking about road courses/autocross. What class u would be in if u installed these.

Alright, this is almost done. So please start sending in your payments. If you are sending a money order (shavedsvt) then please contact me for an address. Everyone else using paypal, if you are not a premier user or whatever its called. PLEASE add $4.22 to the $135, do not forget that!!

1. CSVT1214
2. DyComet
3. SHOgoFast
4. djdanyloz
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt
7. OutsidR
8. shamun

paypal to Rawburt@gmail.com

Money sent!!

1. CSVT1214
2. DyComet
3. SHOgoFast (PAID)
4. djdanyloz (PAID)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt
7. OutsidR
8. shamun

Paid!

1. CSVT1214 (PAID)
2. DyComet
3. SHOgoFast (PAID)
4. djdanyloz (PAID)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt
7. OutsidR (PAID)
8. shamun

Payment sent!

1. CSVT1214 (PAID)
2. DyComet (PAID)
3. SHOgoFast (PAID)
4. djdanyloz (PAID)
5. ryanblacksvt
6. shavedsvt
7. OutsidR (PAID)
8. shamun

Thanks to the people who are remembering to send me the extra $4.22

Still waiting on a few payments, I'd like to get these things shipped out this coming weekend.

Please put me on the list if you plan another run. Thanks!

RawBurt, just curious, but how come to don't require payment up front? Just a interest list is too risky to get everyone to pay in the end.

If they pay upfront, they will be sure to stick around for there product. People have tendency to back out of something or just totally forget if they didn't have money tied up in it.

The reason I dont ask for a payment up fromt is becuase my timing fluctuates. I try to make it clear that if you sign up on this GB, that you are IN. I dont think i'll have a problem with anyone backing out. It would just be nice to ship them all out at once. Whether or not the other 3 people pay up by the end of the week, the people who did pay will be going out on saturday. Maybe for the next GB (if there is a next GB), ill require a deposit.

well i am first on that list for the next group buy! hope it happens soon.

Donate one for a raffle at SZ

At this point all 8 are spoken for...

It was just a suggestion...also Robert, when the time comes (hope it does) for the 3rd one, i am in

I had already thought about donating one, if someone backed out... A third is looking somewhat promising.

Yea tell us when the third one is coming because I need one for a trackday coming up. I can hear the Contour's body creaking now.

SO much interest for a third. I might as well open it now.

I need money still from shavedsvt and shamun. Trust me there are other people that would love to take your spots. PM's sent

Are you going to be able to get the rest shipped out for those of us who have paid?

He said it would happen today...

Nothing shipped out, UPS had to order the boxes that I used last time. The delay is on their part not mine. As soon as the boxes come in, Ill ship them ASAP.

Originally posted by RawBurt:
Nothing shipped out, UPS had to order the boxes that I used last time. The delay is on their part not mine. As soon as the boxes come in, Ill ship them ASAP.

Think we will get them in time for SZ?

I really wanted to put my car to the test will all my suspension repairs and your bar at SZ.

CSVT1214 - Its hard to say when... Its pretty stupid that UPS couldnt give me a freaking date when they'd recieve the boxes! I gave them my number and told them to call me ASAP when they come in. I would say that you'd have it by SZ though.

If not, bring the peeps who are going to SZ theirs.

For those wondering what the strut bar looks like installed.

1. CSVT1214 (PAID)
2. DyComet (PAID)
3. SHOgoFast (PAID)
4. djdanyloz (PAID)
5. ryanblacksvt (PAID)
6. shavedsvt (SPOT OPEN)
7. OutsidR (PAID)
8. shamun (SPOT OPEN)

shavedsvt and shamun- If someone offers up the cash and pays before you two can manage, you will lose your spots on the list. I really do not have time to be waiting around like this. I have a third GB filled, and I need this one CLOSED!

You can just bring mine to SZ, save the shipping $$ for yourself.

.adam

Originally posted by RawBurt:
1. CSVT1214 (PAID)
2. DyComet (PAID)
3. SHOgoFast (PAID)
4. djdanyloz (PAID)
5. ryanblacksvt (PAID)
6. shavedsvt (SPOT OPEN)
7. OutsidR (PAID)
8. shamun (SPOT OPEN)

shavedsvt and shamun- If someone offers up the cash and pays before you two can manage, you will lose your spots on the list. I really do not have time to be waiting around like this. I have a third GB filled, and I need this one CLOSED!

Still need people??? I would be in on one of these spots

I'll take the other open spot!

1. CSVT1214 (PAID)
2. DyComet (PAID)
3. SHOgoFast (PAID) BRING TO SZ06
4. djdanyloz (PAID)
5. ryanblacksvt (PAID)
6. mustang (Pending echeck)
7. OutsidR (PAID)
8. T-RED 98 (PAID)

Alrighty two people have sent me money so we are good to go. I just want to double check that Mark Sumigray who paypaled me without a CEG name is T-RED 98, correct?

These bars WILL BE going out this WEEKEND.

Mustang, you better clear that echeck if you want yours to go out with the rest of them.

Whos else can I bring to SZ06?

Originally posted by RawBurt:

Mustang, you better clear that echeck if you want yours to go out with the rest of them.

It usually takes 2-3 days to clear with my bank. Paypal will send a notice when it does (hopefully by this weekend).

So no bar for SZ I take it?

Originally posted by CSVT1214:
So no bar for SZ I take it?

They are shipping this weekend. There is absolutely nothing I could do about the lack of boxes. We can do this two ways
1. I can ship it this weekend and you can pray it comes before SZ.
2. I can bring it to SZ

I'll even install it for you

Originally posted by RawBurt:

Originally posted by CSVT1214:
So no bar for SZ I take it?

They are shipping this weekend. There is absolutely nothing I could do about the lack of boxes. We can do this two ways
1. I can ship it this weekend and you can pray it comes before SZ.
2. I can bring it to SZ

I'll even install it for you

2nd option sounds better if you want it for SZ...since it really only takes like all of 10 minutes to install!!

Originally posted by RawBurt:

Originally posted by CSVT1214:
So no bar for SZ I take it?

They are shipping this weekend. There is absolutely nothing I could do about the lack of boxes. We can do this two ways
1. I can ship it this weekend and you can pray it comes before SZ.
2. I can bring it to SZ

I'll even install it for you

I'll go for the second option but what about cutting the carpet? I'm not installing over the carpet.

I can bring the blade that I used to do mine. Worked great, see pics in thread. Let me know ASAP what you want to do.

Originally posted by RawBurt:
I can bring the blade that I used to do mine. Worked great, see pics in thread. Let me know ASAP what you want to do.

Yeah, bring mine to SZ.

It will help cut down the madness trying to get my car completed for SZ. Still have tons of crap to install and do.

1. CSVT1214 (PAID) BRING TO SZ06
2. DyComet (PAID)
3. SHOgoFast (PAID) BRING TO SZ06
4. djdanyloz (PAID)
5. ryanblacksvt (PAID)
6. mustang (Pending echeck)
7. OutsidR (PAID)
8. T-RED 98 (PAID)

So did they make it out today?
Getting anxious

Originally posted by RawBurt:

Alrighty two people have sent me money so we are good to go. I just want to double check that Mark Sumigray who paypaled me without a CEG name is T-RED 98, correct?

Yes that is correct, sorry for the confusion.

Good and bad news. I've been extremely busy with this last month with finals, studying, my b-day and SZ06 coming up. So heres the bad news, the bars did not go out. They are getting some finishing touches put on them. Good news, we have the boxes.

Anyway, the main reason I do not put a timeline or guarantee any dates on these is because I cant promise what'll come up and delay it. Its tough to find time to do these GB's considering I work full time (40+) and go to school part time. I am basically limited to weekends. So please hang in there guys, I'm doing the best that I can. I want these out of my garage as much as you want them in your trunk. If anyone has a problem with this then please pm me. So again, I apologize for the delays.

Robert

Okay, its time to get this finished up.

1. CSVT1214 - Recieved
2. DyComet (PAID)
3. SHOgoFast - Recieved
4. djdanyloz (PAID)
5. ryanblacksvt - Recieved
6. mustang (PAID)
7. OutsidR (PAID)
8. T-RED 98 (PAID)

I might be in, I have to find out if this fits with my subwoofer and I'll get back to you guys.

I'm sure it actually helps out a lot because so many people have bought these things

Berkel, this GB is full and paid already. Check out GB #3

Originally posted by RawBurt:
Berkel, this GB is full and paid already. Check out GB #3

Oh thanks, when you said "let's get this finished up," for some reason I thought you wanted 10 people and were looking for two more GBuyers

Do you think you'll get the bars out this weekend?

Originally posted by DyComet:
Do you think you'll get the bars out this weekend?

I second that, I know you are busy but I'm going to be moving again in a matter of 2 weeks.

That'll be my task for saturday morning. That way I'll be able to ship them out same day, I'll keep you guys updated come time.

So what's up, did they make it out this weekend?

I sort of need to know as I graduate now in 10 days and move again and right now I live in a huge condo building. Thus they won't leave it at the front so I definately need to be around when I think it will arive to buzz in the guy.

Thanks

Three words... Memorial Day Weekend

I know I know, its an excuse and you guys are probably getting fed up/ annoyed by me. I am going to call my buddy who is holding the last 5 remaining bars/ boxes and threaten him with his life if he doesnt get them ready to be shipped ASAP!

djdanyloz, I guarantee yours will be shipped before you graduate.

Originally posted by RawBurt:
Three words... Memorial Day Weekend

I know I know, its an excuse and you guys are probably getting fed up/ annoyed by me. I am going to call my buddy who is holding the last 5 remaining bars/ boxes and threaten him with his life if he doesnt get them ready to be shipped ASAP!

djdanyloz, I guarantee yours will be shipped before you graduate.

I'll need it by say.. 6th/7th because I might have no address grad weekend as I'll be in a hotel.

Originally posted by djdanyloz:

Originally posted by RawBurt:
Three words... Memorial Day Weekend

I know I know, its an excuse and you guys are probably getting fed up/ annoyed by me. I am going to call my buddy who is holding the last 5 remaining bars/ boxes and threaten him with his life if he doesnt get them ready to be shipped ASAP!

djdanyloz, I guarantee yours will be shipped before you graduate.

I'll need it by say.. 6th/7th because I might have no address grad weekend as I'll be in a hotel.

I will ship yours today or tomorrow. That way you'll get it.

Originally posted by RawBurt:

Originally posted by djdanyloz:

Originally posted by RawBurt:
Three words... Memorial Day Weekend

I know I know, its an excuse and you guys are probably getting fed up/ annoyed by me. I am going to call my buddy who is holding the last 5 remaining bars/ boxes and threaten him with his life if he doesnt get them ready to be shipped ASAP!

djdanyloz, I guarantee yours will be shipped before you graduate.

I'll need it by say.. 6th/7th because I might have no address grad weekend as I'll be in a hotel.

I will ship yours today or tomorrow. That way you'll get it.

Thank you very much sir

djdanyloz, you should have a tracking number by the end of the day.

Was his the only one shipped or did the rest go out with it?

No the rest did not go out and I appologize for that. Everyone will have there RSTB's by next week.

Thank you very much, just attended my final class ever so time to pack up and study for my last test. Thanks for rushing it out, with moving around again its appreciated!

1. CSVT1214 - Recieved
2. DyComet (PAID)
3. SHOgoFast - Recieved
4. djdanyloz - Shipped
5. ryanblacksvt - Recieved
6. mustang (PAID)
7. OutsidR (PAID)
8. T-RED 98 (PAID)

DyComet, mustang, OutsidR and T-RED 98; Thank you very much for your patience. You all have been made very smooth transactions, I appreciate it. I'll make it priority that the you guys get your strut bars in the next week.

Were you able to get them shipped out this weekend?

Any news? Think you can get them shipped out soon?

Originally posted by DyComet:
Any news? Think you can get them shipped out soon?

Expect tracking numbers tonight

Originally posted by RawBurt:
Expect tracking numbers tomorrow night

I have a doctors appointment I need to make it to. But, when I get home I'll get them boxed. And right when I get home from work on Tuesday, I'll go right up to UPS. I'm so relieved to finally get this done.

1. CSVT1214 - Recieved
2. DyComet - Shipped
3. SHOgoFast - Recieved
4. djdanyloz - Recieved
5. ryanblacksvt - Recieved
6. mustang -Shipped
7. OutsidR - Shipped
8. T-RED 98 - Shipped

Alrighty, this GB is done. Thank God!!! The 4 remaining guys have tracking numbers in your PM boxes. I am going to go ahead and close this one. So if you have any questions or concerns, please PM me. Thanks for everyones patience, you all were awesome customers.

The bars that I shipped out are brushed aluminum. If you'd like them to shine like chrome. Then polish them with aluminum polish