Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: fal3]
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01/16/20 03:46 PM
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Marion, South Carolina [><]
an8sec70cuda
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Marion, South Carolina [><]
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I've been keeping a handful of gaskets on the shelf just for this reason. Water pump and housing gaskets, valve cover, oil pan, timing cover gaskets, etc. All those need to be ordered now, so if you need them in a hurry you're sol. Spark plugs too. Last time I did brakes and needed wheel seals, I got an extra set. Seems like anything for these old cars isn't kept in stock anymore. Just last week I had to order a thermostat for my dad's road runner. 
Last edited by an8sec70cuda; 01/16/20 03:47 PM.
CHIP
'70 hemicuda, 575" Hemi, 727, Dana 60
'69 road runner, 440-6, 18 spline 4 speed, Dana 60
'71 Demon, 340, low gear 904, 8.75
'73 Chrysler New Yorker, 440, 727, 8.75
'90 Chevy 454SS Silverado, 476" BBC, TH400, 14 bolt
'06 GMC 2500HD LBZ Duramax
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Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: fal3]
#2733673
01/16/20 04:15 PM
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Blair County,PA
62maxwgn
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Blair County,PA
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I've a '67 GTX and have noticed that some small parts are hard to obtain via local auto parts stores. For example, I had a hard time finding seals for my brake rotors; rear wheel cylinders; several years ago it was getting a new P/S pump. Distributor caps and rotors have to be "ordered". Bulbs for the various lights. There are other parts, but I wanted to keep the list short for the readers. So, I've been stockpiling these items purchasing from Rock Auto. Have you guys had similar experiences? What are some other parts I need to stockpile? I understand the market for classic car parts is shrinking, and manufacturers are cutting back production for business purposes. But because of the extensive amount of expertise on this board, I believe some of you guys know more about the whole supply/demand thing. Is this a legit concern? Or do the local parts guys in my area suck? I've stockpiled stuff for years,haven't used more than 15%,now I'm dumping anything I don't have Immediate need for.As an example,I had three N.O.S. sixpack filters in Mopar boxes since I finished my bird in 1992,kept them 25 yrs because I figured I may need them,well,guess what,they are gone because the one in the car now is as nice as it was when I put it in back in 92 ! Same with these,62 300 H dual quad filters,had the since 97,they are going also. 
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Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: mopargem]
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01/17/20 09:46 AM
01/17/20 09:46 AM
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CT
GTX MATT
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What stores are you shopping at? Cap and rotor are ones that should be available
Now I need to pin those needles, got to feel that heat
Hear my motor screamin while I'm tearin up the street
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Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: GTX MATT]
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01/17/20 02:01 PM
01/17/20 02:01 PM
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A collage of whims
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Haven't had much of a problem, really.
That said, OEM CORRECT stuff is harder to find than very-similar aftermarket stuff.
And old-school rebuilders are aging out/retiring (radiator shops, for example).
Cap & rotor I usually use the tan Accel stuff.
Bearings & seals are numbered and can be found that way (Timken, etc).
Some stuff, I tend to update to more modern internal operation (voltage reg, distributor internals, etc) in the OEM housing/cover.
That said, my old cars are usually pretty bare-bones: no PS, PB, PW, AC.
I am just about out of my stash of correct wide-flute headlamps, though.
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Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: topside]
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01/17/20 03:22 PM
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Pasadena, Texas
fal3
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GTX Matt & others: have the usual parts places- NAPA, Auto Zone, O'Reilly's, etc. I live in Houston-large market- just irritated having to order some minor parts on a regular basis. Had an old school parts place called Miller's; they always had a supply of the old stuff at hand (fan belts, gaskets, etc). Closed up a few years ago. I've got extra engine gaskets (oil pan, valve cover, thermo) to get me through minor repairs or replacement. Didn't think about getting extra brake shoes & pads. Bottom line is, as stated, can only use so many parts in a lifetime. Well, I knew what I was getting into buying a 1 year model only classic car. But, throttling her up on the roads makes all that melt away.Thanks for the input guys.
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Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: fal3]
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01/17/20 03:45 PM
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NW Chicago suburban area
Mopar Mitch
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Due to the ages of our older cars, I suggest to always call ahead to whomever you deal with... they may likely have to order and get them shipped... maybe 1-2-3 days or longer, pending the item.
Its only going to get worse each year for us. Most all parts distributors don't want to stock anything that is not an A or B... or C mover... our parts typically don't fall within the A-B-C movers.
I work with major brand aftermarket parts distributors.. they are progressively making most old items obsolete... they won't even intend to keep them within their ordering system from various suppliers. So, stock-up now!
Mopar Mitch
"Road racers and autocrossers go in deeper and come out harder!"... and rain never stops us from having fun with our cars... in fact, it makes us better drivers!
Check out MOPAR ACTION MAGAZINE, August 2006 issue for feature article and specs on my autocross T/A!
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Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: moparx]
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01/18/20 01:36 PM
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In the Middle
roadntrack
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MOPAR PERF has dropped a lot of stuff.
Do they even do a paper catalog anymore?
Remember when cars were FUN?
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Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: poorboy]
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01/19/20 11:26 PM
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Between Houston & Galveston TX
SattyNoCar
Smarter than no class Flappergass by a mile
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Smarter than no class Flappergass by a mile
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Between Houston & Galveston TX
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As I've mentioned in other posts, I've started having problems finding parts for my '93 Dakota. I bought the truck, 4-5 yrs ago, and had book marked a bunch of websites I wanted to order parts from. Life got in the way, and I never ordered the parts back then and when you click on the link(s) now, they're dead links because the parts are no longer available. 
John
The dream is dead, long live the dream.......😥
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Re: Parts to stockpile
[Re: 5thAve]
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01/22/20 11:48 AM
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NW Chicago suburban area
Mopar Mitch
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pro stock
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Statute of Limitation = 7 years... even some later model "newer" vehicles, regardless of brand, make, etc, are having their parts obsoleted... its a shame.
Mopar Mitch
"Road racers and autocrossers go in deeper and come out harder!"... and rain never stops us from having fun with our cars... in fact, it makes us better drivers!
Check out MOPAR ACTION MAGAZINE, August 2006 issue for feature article and specs on my autocross T/A!
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says the man with a bunch of used stuff 
