Parts supplier thread?
 

Is it appropriate to have a parts supplier thread? Is there one already?

I was thinking not only general parts but specific haynes parts.

We all know about SSC, Talon and Vodou. Are there many other suppliers that people would be confident to recommend for Haynes parts?

I am also thinking of those members with good fab skills who offer fuel tanks, steering rack mounts etc that may differ from the book.

I have noticed there isn't a for sale section. Is there a reason for this? I think it may be useful for people to shift specific haynes parts they haven't used and traders to offer their wares.

Thoughts? Suggestions? Threats? :D

I think it's a good idea, certainly a for sale section to include surplus parts offered for sale by other builders but also for other builders to offer a miscellaneous parts supply, as you say fuel tanks, mushroom adapters etc, to help fund their build. I am sure a registered trader status would be appropriate giving new builders some confidence in purchasing.

I am sure the two new moderators and two existing ones will be getting their heads together soon to put together a solution in the best interest of the forum....;)

AndyH

gbs/kitspares where advertising haynes roadster and locost parts will be availble soon at the exeter show
thay also now offer a few parts that ford have discontinued like bearing caps for front uprights and do a nice cheap basic rack mount kit that would be handy for any kit builder

I can not see it happening to be honest but I stand to be corrected.

Every good forum should a section with stuff for sale, does not matter if individuals or commercial as long as it directly relates, it helps every builder.
Check out this forum it started just like this one. http://www.corvetteforum.com

Nigel

defo a good idea as long as it is not abused, then at least there will be an alternative to egay

Traders should subscribe and pay a monthly fee to be able to offer goods and services.

How about drumming up a new user name eg haynesbitz or something like it with the same name for the password. Then as a good supplier is found they can be entered on as a thread and if they falter one bit they can be wiped off by the members.Would always be easy to find as it would be a member. That way its members run and maintained without haynes having to be compromised liability wise.

Just thoughts.

Bob

Nah.....getting into a whole different ball game with unecessary complications
simple honesty and if that is not upheld then mods can simply 'bar' that person from selling/buying.....well that is my opinion anyway

kitspares/gbs did have a set of gaz shocks to fit the haynes roadster (extension type) on the stand so thay kind of are already

a for sale section has been asked for in the past by chris gibbs but haynes come back with a no.

as for traders paying to advertise. the purpose of this site is solely for people building their cars not for traders trying to flog their wares. Haynes pay for all the hosting and web management hence we dont need crappy adverts like locostbuilders and other forums to pay for the running costs

personally i dont have a problem with a non trader affiliated member starting up a recommended traders thread and i will be happy to make it a sticky thread so it stays on top and clear out all the non related junk.

i would sugget that they list the traders name address contact number and email along with a brief description of what they sell

Baz, yes I know GBS are doing haynes parts what I was answering was would there be a recommended supplier list, which as I thought aint going to happen.

ahh with you now :rolleyes:

spoke to AGM sportscars today
10 bit body package for haynes roadster is £750 inc vat and postage quote was very reasonable for me with basic colour gels in stock

Well I think that would be a cracking idea, especially for those who are new to building or are considering tackling a build :) We, as a forum, need to encourage these people so giving them the low down on who supplies what can make things a lot clearer.

In fact, I think I might by that 'non trader affiliated member' you mention Ash :)

For future reference: http://www.haynes.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=7367