About Vendors, and the pwr of Google - Lateral-g Forums

XLexusTech · #1 02-19-2012, 09:55 AM

What i learned today from this site and a Google search...

Use caution and credit cards when making a large orders.
Follow up with distributors directly on orders.
Insist on refund policy and delivery estimates before paying for anything..
Their is a site that I love (other than this one) that i cannot use for vendor recommendations.. they filter information and their appears to be a bias..
Maybe spending 10 to 20 K on one order with one vendor is a bad idea without a contract..

JustinB · #2 02-19-2012, 10:21 AM

Ok, ok, ok we get it. It has been well covered over the last few days. If you don't have a direct outstanding issue with a vendor, leave it alone. Not all vendors are crooks and out the steal your money.

cencalc6 · #3 02-19-2012, 12:19 PM

Buy Directly from the source and you should not have this problem

brans72 · #4 02-19-2012, 02:34 PM

Some times you can not find there soruce very easy. I want a certain radiator but the vendor or no other vendor will tell me who the source is that makes it. Thinking Northeren radiators as I am on a budget and truth be told I sometimes wanna see my Chevelle but can't due to my wife,will loose $$$ and feel like if I let it go I failed myself.

XLexusTech · #5 02-19-2012, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamess113

I agree with you 100%.

I don't disagree with this approach.. but if their was a vendor that carries several line items, a discount for a 10+k order would be expected..
Personaly that the position I am in... i need over 10K worth of parts and want to order form one source and expect a deal... now if i will get the shaft then I will have to go to the sources...

cencalc6 · #6 02-19-2012, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by XLexusTech

I don't disagree with this approach.. but if their was a vendor that carries several line items, a discount for a 10+k order would be expected..
Personaly that the position I am in... i need over 10K worth of parts and want to order form one source and expect a deal... now if i will get the shaft then I will have to go to the sources...

Give them a call! $10K will definetly get you a discount

If your looking for Suspension,like DSE,Speetech and etc..Those companies will work with you......My initial post was to try and avoid smaller companies (middle man) that dont even carry a single part in their hand.

John510 · #7 02-19-2012, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by XLexusTech

I don't disagree with this approach.. but if their was a vendor that carries several line items, a discount for a 10+k order would be expected..
Personaly that the position I am in... i need over 10K worth of parts and want to order form one source and expect a deal... now if i will get the shaft then I will have to go to the sources...

Id recommend ordering from Matts Classic Bowties. Ive ordered over 40K worth of parts from Kim and Matt and they are awesome. They are also a site sponsor.

Nine Ball · #8 02-20-2012, 11:53 AM

Sometimes people focus on being cheapskates and trying to save every last penny on a purchase. Personally, I'd rather pay a little more for the same product and deal with a reputable company or vendor. Peace of mind and security DO have a huge value. You guys take care of the shops and individuals that take care of you, don't always settle for the lowest pricing. That sometimes means the lowest customer service, or lowest amount in the business account, too.

Tony

XLexusTech · #9 02-19-2012, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ratman67

i ordered 13.5 k worth of parts from one of the advertisers here. i bought a full sub frame and four link and tons of other stuff, the maker of my chassis parts will only sell at full list not to under cut its distributors i got a 15% discount on my entire order... it was a great transaction for all involved...

exactly my point