Vendor Question

sconnors

sconnors

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Just getting back into Model A’s after seven years and wondering what everyone recommends for vendors. I know all the vendors out there but wanted to see if things have changed and if people have better luck with one over the other
 
If you are in Stephentown NY, you are close to Tam's in W Boylston MA. Easy to deal with, prices very competitive. Snyders also great
 
I concur with Neil's favorite but being from New England we buy most of our parts from Tam's in West Boylston, MA. Their website isn't as easy to navigate as Snyder's but Joe and JoAnn are both very Model A knowledgeable and helpful with finding the correct part. Also, some of their pricing is better than the other suppliers.
 
I use Bert's for two reason:
1) They are 'relatively' close-Colorado to Washington.
2) They only charge for actual shipping
3) They have a boat load of original parts

Mike
 
Being in the middle of the USA I have used both Bert's and Snyder's. Bert's being a little less expensive for shipping and Snyder's being a little quicker for shipping. Never a problem with either vendor.
 
Good Afternoon...I would toss Arizona Model A into the mix. Sammy knows his parts and Model A's...Ships fast and has good prices...480-782-0266...Also a pretty extensive bone yard. Ernie in Arizona
 
Snyders- the largest and quickest in shipping.
also they stock their inventory and dont send you one piece here and one piece there..........
 
Support your local Model "A" vendor first. If your local vendor cannot provide what you need, then go with one of the major vendors such as Bratton's, Snyder's, Bert's, etc.
 
I would love to support my local vendor. But their prices often far exceed costs for parts from Snyder’s even when including shipping and handling. Vendors I like are Snyder’s, Bert’s and Bratton’s. My local guy probably has higher over head than the 3 vendors I mentioned. However I need to manage my living expenses while enjoying my hobby.
 
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