Parts supplier thread?

[rdodger]

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?

[spud69]

Originally Posted by rdodger

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?

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

[baz-r]

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

[Talonmotorsport]

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

[vetteman1355]

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

[K4KEV]

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

[baz-r]

Originally Posted by Talonmotorsport

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

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

[AshG]

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

[Talonmotorsport]

Originally Posted by baz-r

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

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.

[alga]

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