Being on my own dime, many of the matchers use very similar equipment to match cells. A couple from what I have read do have some solder process in place. Different pricing assembled vs assembled. Now that there is a little competiton between IB and GP it is too early to see how that plays out (are they equal, is one better that the other, longevity of cell performance, etc)
With that said cost has an impact. I would love to be able and say that I prefer x brand every time (so far I have been Hurricane). But cost has a lot to do with who I deal with. Like I said I'm on my own dime and this is an expensive sport. I have spoken to several matches about pricing and which cell IB or GP. I still am not sure about the IB or GP at this point. 3 pack prices vs single pack purchases.
I realize matches need to make a profit for their time and equip maintenance etc.
Just my .02.
Last edited by bigdog xxx-s; 08-03-2005 at 09:56 AM.