Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

c-mack · 06-11-2008, 04:56 PM

hi, I have been looking at the rants and such on the site and see that LMC (where i was going to be buying around $2K worth of parts from

) has a pretty bad review by most of the members, so my question is where should i buy the parts from? Brothers? they just dont seem to have as much stuff as LMC...where do YOU buy parts from? what would be the cheapest route?

thanks for any opinions, remarks, or anything in between

colby

Olden Days · 06-11-2008, 05:41 PM

I would spread it around. don't give one vendor all your business until you figured out for yourself which one treats you right. As far as board vendors go I pretty much narrowed it down to Wes at classic heartbeat. Especially if I need to ask some questions first.
Non board vendors truckandcar shop, and classic parts of America.
especially pay attention to the reviews on here about bad communication with some vendors. That is the most important thing to me "communication".

I need to edit this to say Classic Parts of America "IS" a board vendor. I had forgotten that

poncho_villa · 06-12-2008, 07:05 PM

I fully agree with Olden Days. There are lots of vendors to choose from so you don't really have to tolerate poor service. I shop around when in need of something, but don't always go for the lowest price. Quality and shipping play a part too. Do like Olden Days suggested and check out the reviews and rants.

royo · 06-13-2008, 08:15 AM

Tim Christian and Christian's Classic Truck Parts. Heres a good one

Orange · 06-13-2008, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by royo

Tim Christian and Christian's Classic Truck Parts. Heres a good one

Yup. And Classic Heartbeat, and for non-board vendors, I prefer Classic Parts of America pretty much.

DLB

5150 · 06-17-2008, 01:47 AM

Tim Christian is the best, but that's my opinion

jsbgump · 06-17-2008, 12:21 PM

Kenny's Truck Parts in Mounds Oklahoma is my choice

Joe67 · 06-17-2008, 12:31 PM

Any of the forum vendors will treat you right - take your pick

70' GMC · 06-17-2008, 04:21 PM

Everyone talks about tri pro that they are real good
website http://www.tri-proautomotive.com/servlet/StoreFront

ETsC10 · 06-17-2008, 09:35 PM

I shop with Classic Heartbeat and Pickmup (Frank)...both great guys and know their trucks.
They are both local to me so I love to keep my $ close to home.

I have delt with GMCPauls who also specializes in our trucks and has great customer service.
There are many more great board member vendors HERE--scroll down.

I can say the same for Manes Truck Parts...they know their stuff and are
on top of problems before even you know about them! Top notch service!!!

For engine parts and generic purchases I prefer RockAuto. These guys are Fast, Correct and Cheap.
They usually spank the parts store on price and have a very complete website for all cars and trucks.
I have spent hundreds with them and have never been disappointed.

Don't forget we have awsome board members on the parts board!
I've shopped with many and have always been delighted with
the results...Our Members ROCK!

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LUV2XCLR8 · 06-17-2008, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5150

Tim Christian is the best, but that's my opinion

I will 2nd this, but you are in TX. Another thing to consider is Board
Vendors that come to shows in your area. (No shipping fees/taxes)

**Ron 586** · 06-17-2008, 10:22 PM

My vote also goes to Tim Christian. He is honest and will do you right. I bought a truck load from him at Maggie valley and getting up another order for him to bring to the Board Meet in July. He and his sons have some real sharp trucks built by them and are driven everywhere. They know what they're doing and I trust them completely.

**special-K** · 06-18-2008, 05:15 AM

Lay down those mass marketing catalogs (by the tiolet is a good place) and look over the site supporting vendors list on the home page.I use the fat cat catalogs for reference and buy from the guys who recognize you as a fellow truck builder.It`s best to fnd who`s close on bigger items to save on shipping costs.

**70cst** · 07-15-2008, 12:13 AM

My three in no particular order...WES@Classic Hearbeat, Tim Christian@Christian Classics, and GMCPauls.

jb4short · 07-15-2008, 07:51 AM

For what it's worth I buy my parts from Tim and Wes (for items we don't carry) and would HIGHLY recommend either

Musclerodz · 07-15-2008, 10:32 PM

We are just across the boarder if we can help. I don't have much listed on our website yet (still loading products), but I carry everything everyone else does.

BACKYARD88 · 07-29-2008, 12:25 PM

You can also Try Outback Truck Parts in Spring. They're good people and usually have everything in stock. I go there to pick my stuff up so it saves on shipping

thirdstreettito · 07-29-2008, 11:41 PM

I am gonna go with Classic Heartbeat and Tri-pro Automotive.

http://www.tri-proautomotive.com/servlet/StoreFront

06-11-2008, 04:56 PM	#1
c-mack Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Crockett, Texas Posts: 581	Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? hi, I have been looking at the rants and such on the site and see that LMC (where i was going to be buying around $2K worth of parts from) has a pretty bad review by most of the members, so my question is where should i buy the parts from? Brothers? they just dont seem to have as much stuff as LMC...where do YOU buy parts from? what would be the cheapest route? thanks for any opinions, remarks, or anything in between colby __________________ 1967 chevy truck 350 V8 1973 VW Transporter/Hippy Bus 1964 VW Baja Bug "When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace"- Jimi Hendrix

06-11-2008, 05:41 PM	#2
Olden Days Living In The Past Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Rockies Posts: 709	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? I would spread it around. don't give one vendor all your business until you figured out for yourself which one treats you right. As far as board vendors go I pretty much narrowed it down to Wes at classic heartbeat. Especially if I need to ask some questions first. Non board vendors truckandcar shop, and classic parts of America. especially pay attention to the reviews on here about bad communication with some vendors. That is the most important thing to me "communication". I need to edit this to say Classic Parts of America "IS" a board vendor. I had forgotten that Last edited by Olden Days; 06-13-2008 at 07:38 PM.

06-12-2008, 07:05 PM	#3
poncho_villa Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: B.C. Posts: 457	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? I fully agree with Olden Days. There are lots of vendors to choose from so you don't really have to tolerate poor service. I shop around when in need of something, but don't always go for the lowest price. Quality and shipping play a part too. Do like Olden Days suggested and check out the reviews and rants. __________________ 58 Apache short fleetside ona 64 chassis:

06-13-2008, 08:15 AM	#4
royo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: knoxville tn Posts: 1,013	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? Tim Christian and Christian's Classic Truck Parts. Heres a good one __________________ nickle and dime

06-17-2008, 01:47 AM	#6
5150 C10 Club Tennessee Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: White House, TN 37188 Posts: 8,281	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? Tim Christian is the best, but that's my opinion __________________ Bryan www.gmtruckshow.com Project "Andes"-Halen's First Truck Project: Patina Burb for he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God’s wrath on the wrongdoer. Romans 13:4

06-17-2008, 12:21 PM	#7
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? Kenny's Truck Parts in Mounds Oklahoma is my choice __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

06-17-2008, 12:31 PM	#8
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,733	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? Any of the forum vendors will treat you right - take your pick __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

06-17-2008, 04:21 PM	#9
70' GMC HERE.......Somewhere Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Birmingham AL Posts: 2,488	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? Everyone talks about tri pro that they are real good website http://www.tri-proautomotive.com/servlet/StoreFront __________________ Current rides: 2013 Hyundai elantra gt DD 1995 camaro my first crush lmao Was: 1970 with a 350 4barrel and 288 horses Classics make it possible! Last edited by 70' GMC; 06-17-2008 at 04:22 PM.

06-17-2008, 09:35 PM	#10
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? I shop with Classic Heartbeat and Pickmup (Frank)...both great guys and know their trucks. They are both local to me so I love to keep my $ close to home. I have delt with GMCPauls who also specializes in our trucks and has great customer service. There are many more great board member vendors HERE--scroll down. I can say the same for Manes Truck Parts...they know their stuff and are on top of problems before even you know about them! Top notch service!!! For engine parts and generic purchases I prefer RockAuto. These guys are Fast, Correct and Cheap. They usually spank the parts store on price and have a very complete website for all cars and trucks. I have spent hundreds with them and have never been disappointed. Don't forget we have awsome board members on the parts board! I've shopped with many and have always been delighted with the results...Our Members ROCK! . . . Last edited by ETsC10; 06-18-2008 at 09:37 PM. Reason: goofed

06-17-2008, 10:22 PM	#12
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? My vote also goes to Tim Christian. He is honest and will do you right. I bought a truck load from him at Maggie valley and getting up another order for him to bring to the Board Meet in July. He and his sons have some real sharp trucks built by them and are driven everywhere. They know what they're doing and I trust them completely. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

06-18-2008, 05:15 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? Lay down those mass marketing catalogs (by the tiolet is a good place) and look over the site supporting vendors list on the home page.I use the fat cat catalogs for reference and buy from the guys who recognize you as a fellow truck builder.It`s best to fnd who`s close on bigger items to save on shipping costs. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-15-2008, 12:13 AM	#14
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? My three in no particular order...WES@Classic Hearbeat, Tim Christian@Christian Classics, and GMCPauls. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

07-15-2008, 07:51 AM	#15
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? For what it's worth I buy my parts from Tim and Wes (for items we don't carry) and would HIGHLY recommend either

07-15-2008, 10:32 PM	#16
Musclerodz Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,364	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? We are just across the boarder if we can help. I don't have much listed on our website yet (still loading products), but I carry everything everyone else does. __________________ Mike Redpath

07-29-2008, 12:25 PM	#17
BACKYARD88 On the fast track to nowhere.. Join Date: May 2006 Location: Splendora, Texas Posts: 5,316	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? You can also Try Outback Truck Parts in Spring. They're good people and usually have everything in stock. I go there to pick my stuff up so it saves on shipping __________________ -Mike Owen- Support the board here! 71 Chevy short fleet build thread Double D Norwood, Houston, Cecilia, Jackson, Monroe and counting



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07-29-2008, 11:41 PM	#18
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Where should I buy my 67-72 parts from? I am gonna go with Classic Heartbeat and Tri-pro Automotive. http://www.tri-proautomotive.com/servlet/StoreFront __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

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