Avoid WMA Superstore like the plague

thgdfathr
Jul 06, 2023

Rank: Jedi Master

Jul 06, 2023

I purchased a swing out hitch cargo carrier from WMA superstore on EBay. Looked like a great option for the Bronco since I wanted to be able to open the tailgate with the cargo carrier loaded to let the dogs in and out. Definitely too good to be true. They make all kinds of claims about the weight it can handle that are false. I put less than 50 pounds on it and it sagged to the ground. When I tried to latch it, it had obviously bent and was misaligned. I reached out to the company multiple times on EBay and their website email, since they claimed it had a lifetime warranty, but they refused to respond. When I finally got EBay involved and complained, they responded and basically told me to pound sand. The only possibly remedy they offered was for me to pay to ship it back (which would’ve been hundreds of dollars) and they would see if it qualifies for a warranty or not. I pushed back and they said they were closing my case. They claimed to manufacture the carrier themself and said they were located in the US, however when it arrived it had a big old “made in China” sticker on it. Worst experience I’ve had with a company in a while, but I guess I get what I deserve for using crappy eBay. Anyways, just a warning for those out there looking at it…do yourself a favor and just light your money on fire instead. It’ll be more fun. Found out they have an F on BBB. Go figure…

Here is the link so you know what to avoid:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/285351164279
2022 Big Bend, 4 door, Cactus Grey, on 285/70/17 KO2s
Deano Bronc, PSUTE
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Tough times makes tough people 🔨

Jul 07, 2023

#1
Sucks u had a bad experience…. Sometimes its easier to come off the money…. Buy once , cry once. Been there myself. 🐎
2023 Wildtrak, sas, mid, soft top. Not crazy offroader…. Just a normal trail junkie
Roughstock11

Rank: Jedi Master

Jul 07, 2023

#2
Sucks u had a bad experience…. Sometimes its easier to come off the money…. Buy once , cry once. Been there myself. 🐎
No doubt. My problem is that I couldn’t find anything else that swung out like that. In theory, sounded like a good buy…in practice it was utter garbage
2022 Big Bend, 4 door, Cactus Grey, on 285/70/17 KO2s
Deano Bronc, Roughstock11

The Patriot

Jul 07, 2023

#3
Just say NO TO CHINA--PERIOD, DOT.
2022 Wildtrak/Race Red/4 Door/MIC Hardtop/High/Lux+Leather/HD Modular Bumper/Towing.
Built AUG 2022//Delivered 24 SEP 22. Stablemates: 2021 F350, Velocity Blue, 7.3L Godzilla V8, 2009 White Sand, F150 Platinum 5.4L Triton V8
the poacher, thgdfathr

Rank: Jedi Master

Jul 07, 2023

#4
Just say NO TO CHINA--PERIOD, DOT.
Agreed. I was hoping this company actually manufactured it like they claimed. Pretty bummed when I saw the big made in China sticker and janky welds.
2022 Big Bend, 4 door, Cactus Grey, on 285/70/17 KO2s

A Zero Forever

Jul 07, 2023

#5
I purchased a swing out hitch cargo carrier from WMA superstore on EBay. Looked like a great option for the Bronco since I wanted to be able to open the tailgate with the cargo carrier loaded to let the dogs in and out. Definitely too good to be true. They make all kinds of claims about the weight it can handle that are false. I put less than 50 pounds on it and it sagged to the ground. When I tried to latch it, it had obviously bent and was misaligned. I reached out to the company multiple times on EBay and their website email, since they claimed it had a lifetime warranty, but they refused to respond. When I finally got EBay involved and complained, they responded and basically told me to pound sand. The only possibly remedy they offered was for me to pay to ship it back (which would’ve been hundreds of dollars) and they would see if it qualifies for a warranty or not. I pushed back and they said they were closing my case. They claimed to manufacture the carrier themself and said they were located in the US, however when it arrived it had a big old “made in China” sticker on it. Worst experience I’ve had with a company in a while, but I guess I get what I deserve for using crappy eBay. Anyways, just a warning for those out there looking at it…do yourself a favor and just light your money on fire instead. It’ll be more fun. Found out they have an F on BBB. Go figure…

Here is the link so you know what to avoid:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/285351164279

From their eBay page: WMA Store "Quality Above Standard"

This right here screams "made in China", as does the look and feel of the rest of the page. This, and the fact that none of the pictures show the carrier with anything in it. Amazon is the same way -- completely full of sellers in China selling cheap crap. Unfortunately, this is just the way it is now.

Throw the thing away (sorry) and look for an American off-road aftermarket company to buy from directly.
2023 4-Door Badlands | V6 | Carbonized Gray Metallic + MIC Hardtop | 334A/Lux + Leather | Tow + 33" Shoes w/Optional Wheels + Capable Bumper
Reserved: 08.02.21 | Ordered: 10.29.22 | Build Week: 03.09.23 | Delivered to Dealership: 03.14.23 | Picked-Up: 03.25.23
Chief Ron, thgdfathr

Rank: Jedi Master

Jul 07, 2023

#6
From their eBay page: WMA Store "Quality Above Standard"

This right here screams "made in China", as does the look and feel of the rest of the page. This, and the fact that none of the pictures show the carrier with anything in it. Amazon is the same way -- completely full of sellers in China selling cheap crap. Unfortunately, this is just the way it is now.

Throw the thing away (sorry) and look for an American off-road aftermarket company to buy from directly.

You are correct about that. Hard to find anything other than cheap Chinese crap these days. Sad. Hopefully this thread keeps others from making my mistake.
2022 Big Bend, 4 door, Cactus Grey, on 285/70/17 KO2s
Deano Bronc

Rank V

Jul 07, 2023

#7
Only Chinese company I would do business is Mabett. They have a great reputation on TOS, and post in there to get suggestions. They sell through Amazon...
'21 AMB Basesquatch 2 Door. 2.7. 569 days from reservation to delivery
thgdfathr, Deano Bronc

Don't Follow Me ,I'm about to do something Stupid

Jul 07, 2023

#8
I purchased a swing out hitch cargo carrier from WMA superstore on EBay. Looked like a great option for the Bronco since I wanted to be able to open the tailgate with the cargo carrier loaded to let the dogs in and out. Definitely too good to be true. They make all kinds of claims about the weight it can handle that are false. I put less than 50 pounds on it and it sagged to the ground. When I tried to latch it, it had obviously bent and was misaligned. I reached out to the company multiple times on EBay and their website email, since they claimed it had a lifetime warranty, but they refused to respond. When I finally got EBay involved and complained, they responded and basically told me to pound sand. The only possibly remedy they offered was for me to pay to ship it back (which would’ve been hundreds of dollars) and they would see if it qualifies for a warranty or not. I pushed back and they said they were closing my case. They claimed to manufacture the carrier themself and said they were located in the US, however when it arrived it had a big old “made in China” sticker on it. Worst experience I’ve had with a company in a while, but I guess I get what I deserve for using crappy eBay. Anyways, just a warning for those out there looking at it…do yourself a favor and just light your money on fire instead. It’ll be more fun. Found out they have an F on BBB. Go figure…

Here is the link so you know what to avoid:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/285351164279

I always pay thru PayPal if possible and use their dispute process. So far I disputed about 5 transactions over the years and they never let me down .
The last time was back in April when I ordered this hood for the Bronco and found out the company was running an internet sales scam. Don't attempt to order anything from them either :(

https://rogue-offroad.com/RK-SPORT-2021-23-Bronco-Ram-Air-Hood_p_20842.html
2Dr Badlands - MIC - Area51 - 2.7 Auto - MGV - Headliner - High Pkg
Reserved 7/20/20 Delivered 5/6/23
"Ford said, hey we're gonna fulfill all reservations and pre-orders before we build stock units."
thgdfathr, PSUTE

Rank: Jedi Master

Jul 08, 2023

#9
Only Chinese company I would do business is Mabett. They have a great reputation on TOS, and post in there to get suggestions. They sell through Amazon...

Agree there. I have the mabett rear seat covers. They are great.
2022 Big Bend, 4 door, Cactus Grey, on 285/70/17 KO2s
PSUTE

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