Partsman Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 Lets start a list of parts people willing to discount for USMB'ers. I work at NAPA in Eugene, and am willing to give the wholesale discount to anyone who comes in and mentions USMB to me. Unfortunately, we do not ship, but if we can get a network together, people won't have to order UPS for common stuff. Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 What about other NAPA stores? Eugene isn't horribly far from me, but is there anyway I could say buy it over the phone, and have it delivered through another NAPA here locally? I know you guys transfer stuff all over that place between stores all the time.... GD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northguy Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 About six months ago, I contacted some upper-management person at the national headquarters asking if there was a possibility of issuing some nationwide discount for our members. He, of course, passed the buck and I got a call from the local dude who offered me and the other locals like 10% off at the neighborhood store, but couldn't do anything for the membership as a whole. If you have a personal in (or a professional one) we might be able to get somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caboobaroo Posted April 13, 2004 Share Posted April 13, 2004 WOOHOO....this is kinda off topic but how much could I get a set of ball joints for a 79 4wd wagon for? I don't have a lot of money and discounts are always the greatest things:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Partsman Posted April 14, 2004 Author Share Posted April 14, 2004 I was hoping to get other parts dudes to put up posts and maybe make this a sticky! (hint hint!) For other parts questions, PM me or call 541-342-2626 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 to 7:00. to answer your questions: GD - We buy and sell parts between stores some - since there are different ownership groups for each store/set of stores, we charge each other 10% profit markup on sales, so we only do it as a last resort when the distribution center in Portland doesn't have the part. I "might" be able to sell parts through the store attached to the DC on Lombard Street, but it would not be easy, especially since I'm not supposed to take Visas over the phone. Have to check with the DC people. Caboobaroo - Dana ball joints are $31.47 - regular $56.79 Beck Arnley's are $29.53 - regular $44.49 Would have to order from portland, but we have 2 trucks a day weekdays, so it is not a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pleiades Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 For factory Subaru parts you can contact Folger Subaru. They are here in Charlotte, NC. You will want to speak with Mike in the parts department. Can't state a discount amount, as it will probably vary a bit depending on the size ($) of the item. I will however say, I have purchased some stock stuff (head gasket kit) for cheaper or near the same price as one from NAPA. It's worth checking with them if it's an important part and you want to stick with factory stuff. They can ship if needed. Number is: (toll free) (800) 527-7020 Steven Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Partsman Posted April 15, 2004 Author Share Posted April 15, 2004 Any other parts guys out there? Let's make this a network. No one should have to pay retail! BTW, I can get a wholesale discount at Kendall Subaru here in town because of working at NAPA if that helps anybody as well. Let me know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North Ursalia Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 I work @ Exeter Subaru, more often known as Subaruwrxparts.com. I'm always willing to give a discount, and we ship anywhere Airborne Express or DHL will go . You can get a hold of me with brian@subaruwrxparts.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caboobaroo Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 Caboobaroo - Dana ball joints are $31.47 - regular $56.79 Beck Arnley's are $29.53 - regular $44.49 Would have to order from portland, but we have 2 trucks a day weekdays, so it is not a problem. Is this a piece or for both? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Partsman Posted April 15, 2004 Author Share Posted April 15, 2004 Is this a piece or for both? That's each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike W Posted April 16, 2004 Share Posted April 16, 2004 I haven't done business with them for a year or so, but "Chris" at the Lynnwood, WA Bow-Wow store was giving USMB members a nice discount. I got my Redline Weber there and they saved me a bunch of money and I got it quick. I've also purchased OEM oil pumps and other stuff from them also at good prices. The Seattle Bow-Wow might give discounts too. Maybe Zap can confirm or deny this since I haven't been to that store in a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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