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bowhunter65 · 07-08-2012, 04:07 PM

I just started a frame off restore. So Im going to be buying and endless list of parts. from rubber mounts to brake lines to trim pieces and on and on. I purchased transmission and transfer case mounts from LMC. They look pretty good to me. are they The best source for parts, or should i look elsewhere.

1972RedNeck · 07-08-2012, 04:42 PM

LMC has poor rubber products. LMC is just a vendor. Truck and Car Shop has the a lot of the same parts for less. Shop around before buying.

terry b · 07-08-2012, 07:24 PM

I have used them in the past with no problems. I have found out after watching people on here that you need to buy certain parts from certain venders to get the best parts. Dont be afraid to ask questions.

PanelDeland · 07-08-2012, 07:25 PM

Check the listing of the vendors on this fine site.They will carry the better reproduction parts(because they use them) and will usually beat LMC pricing.

**N2TRUX** · 07-08-2012, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland

Check the listing of the vendors on this fine site.They will carry the better reproduction parts(because they use them) and will usually beat LMC pricing.

Great advice..

asolde · 07-08-2012, 08:45 PM

I have bought a lot of parts from LMC and most of them have been good. Except for my outer tie rod ends, the shank on the cone bolt was too short, so I went to NAPA. The hood to cowl seal is no good either because it is L shaped which is incorrect and should be V shaped, I went to Rock Auto for the correct seal. I am sending the parts back to LMC for a refund, will see how that goes.

**special-K** · 07-09-2012, 07:16 AM

LMC is a huge company with a big advertising budget and that's why everyone knows about them,not because of a great reputation or knowledgeable staff. Being here is how you get the "inside scoop" on who is best for what. You are doing the right thing by asking,although your question is too road and can't be answered with a single source. As you need parts,ask or search and you'll find what's best. As a general answer,going to the site sponsoring vendors is the best way to go,not that there are guys like them who are site sponsors. But,there they all are in one convenient place,just like an LMC catalog. The benefit is these guys search out what's best from personal experience,they themselves are enthusiasts and use what they sell. You find one nearest to you and you can drop by and/or save on shipping. Many will work with you on price when buying a good sized order. It's always nice to shake someone's hand,too.

LEX · 07-09-2012, 07:59 AM

As far as pricing goes, I made a list of parts that I needed which totaled close to $1k. I went to Brothers, LMC and GMC Pauls's website and added everything on the list in the cart to compare prices. The difference was nothing to really say wow about. It's all about customer service. So far, out of the 3 mentioned, GMC Pauls has given me the best.

LMC is huge and can't get too personal as they have a call center. I called them once to ask them who supplies some of their parts. ( rubber, sheet metal, etc ) and the rep didn't know. I then called Brothers and asked them who supplies their rubber. He wasn't sure and then said "Precision, I think." I called GMC Pauls and they were very friendly and knew the answers to everything I asked.
*edit* btw, Precision supplies GMC Pauls with weather seals, gaskets, etc.

**CC69Rat** · 07-09-2012, 08:03 AM

GMC Pauls for window and door rubber. top notch customer service. I have just recently bought a list of misc 'stuff' for mine from Paul and I am very pleased with all of it. Their push on type door seal rubber is the best I have ever used. No question.

ERASER5 · 07-09-2012, 11:01 AM

I use LMC....for the exploded diagrams.

07-08-2012, 04:07 PM	#1
bowhunter65 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: saint charles missouri Posts: 97	who makes the best parts I just started a frame off restore. So Im going to be buying and endless list of parts. from rubber mounts to brake lines to trim pieces and on and on. I purchased transmission and transfer case mounts from LMC. They look pretty good to me. are they The best source for parts, or should i look elsewhere.

07-08-2012, 07:24 PM	#3
terry b Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: jackson michigan Posts: 755	Re: who makes the best parts I have used them in the past with no problems. I have found out after watching people on here that you need to buy certain parts from certain venders to get the best parts. Dont be afraid to ask questions.

07-08-2012, 07:25 PM	#4
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: who makes the best parts Check the listing of the vendors on this fine site.They will carry the better reproduction parts(because they use them) and will usually beat LMC pricing. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

07-08-2012, 08:45 PM	#6
asolde Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Henderson Nevada Posts: 804	Re: who makes the best parts I have bought a lot of parts from LMC and most of them have been good. Except for my outer tie rod ends, the shank on the cone bolt was too short, so I went to NAPA. The hood to cowl seal is no good either because it is L shaped which is incorrect and should be V shaped, I went to Rock Auto for the correct seal. I am sending the parts back to LMC for a refund, will see how that goes.

07-09-2012, 07:16 AM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: who makes the best parts LMC is a huge company with a big advertising budget and that's why everyone knows about them,not because of a great reputation or knowledgeable staff. Being here is how you get the "inside scoop" on who is best for what. You are doing the right thing by asking,although your question is too road and can't be answered with a single source. As you need parts,ask or search and you'll find what's best. As a general answer,going to the site sponsoring vendors is the best way to go,not that there are guys like them who are site sponsors. But,there they all are in one convenient place,just like an LMC catalog. The benefit is these guys search out what's best from personal experience,they themselves are enthusiasts and use what they sell. You find one nearest to you and you can drop by and/or save on shipping. Many will work with you on price when buying a good sized order. It's always nice to shake someone's hand,too. __________________ "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 ~

07-09-2012, 07:59 AM	#8
LEX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 884	Re: who makes the best parts As far as pricing goes, I made a list of parts that I needed which totaled close to $1k. I went to Brothers, LMC and GMC Pauls's website and added everything on the list in the cart to compare prices. The difference was nothing to really say wow about. It's all about customer service. So far, out of the 3 mentioned, GMC Pauls has given me the best. LMC is huge and can't get too personal as they have a call center. I called them once to ask them who supplies some of their parts. ( rubber, sheet metal, etc ) and the rep didn't know. I then called Brothers and asked them who supplies their rubber. He wasn't sure and then said "Precision, I think." I called GMC Pauls and they were very friendly and knew the answers to everything I asked. edit btw, Precision supplies GMC Pauls with weather seals, gaskets, etc. Last edited by LEX; 07-09-2012 at 11:47 AM.

07-09-2012, 08:03 AM	#9
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,207	Re: who makes the best parts GMC Pauls for window and door rubber. top notch customer service. I have just recently bought a list of misc 'stuff' for mine from Paul and I am very pleased with all of it. Their push on type door seal rubber is the best I have ever used. No question. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

07-09-2012, 11:01 AM	#10
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: who makes the best parts I use LMC....for the exploded diagrams. __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60



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