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Old 02-03-2021, 03:58 PM   #1
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Default A parts supply stores Q.

I’ve been out of buying gaskets and other A parts , for years.
Which West Coast supplier do you buy from now ?

I was big fan of Sacramento Ford for years. Got catalogues back then. They haven’t sent me anything in recent years. Maybe out of business ??

Just looking to update info, on who gives you satisfaction with parts/ service ?
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Old 02-03-2021, 04:04 PM   #2
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Sacramento Vintage Ford is definitely still around.

https://www.vintageford.com/sect_main.cfm?Line=main
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Old 02-03-2021, 04:20 PM   #3
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Here is a good list:
https://www.mafca.com/suppliers.html
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Old 02-03-2021, 05:10 PM   #4
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I use Bert's in CO.
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Old 02-03-2021, 06:35 PM   #5
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Sacramento Vintage Ford didn't get out of the Model A parts business, they just got out of the Model A parts catalog business. years ago.
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Old 02-03-2021, 07:05 PM   #6
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Bert's. Real deal on shipping charges. Other's inflate. Know their stuff too.
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Old 02-03-2021, 07:58 PM   #7
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My experience:

Mac's has a good selection but shipping to the west coast (from Florida) takes too long for me, week+, and I've had poor performance from FedEx. Good catalogue. Hard to negotiate the website. Difficult to get through to customer service via either phone or email.

Bratton's has good advice, knowledgeable, lots of good advice in the catalogue. Very personable on the phone, good customer relations about orders (they call if there's a question, etc.)

Snyder's has better delivery to the west coast than either of the east coast suppliers (Mac's or Bratton's). Also good selection, knowledgeable.

Haven't tried Bert's yet but good feedback, will try on my next sizable order.

Haven't tried Sacramento Vintage Ford.

I miss my old favorite, Mal's A Sales in Pacheco, CA but they've been out of business for years.

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Old 02-03-2021, 09:17 PM   #8
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I recently had a great experience with Smith & Jones Model A
http://www.snjparts.com/

I've also ordered from Snyder's & Bratton's and been satisfied as well.
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Hey JJ,
Good rundown !
This helps.
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Old 02-03-2021, 09:49 PM   #10
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I recently had a great experience with Smith & Jones Model A
http://www.snjparts.com/

I've also ordered from Snyder's & Bratton's and been satisfied as well.
Hey Tim,
Never heard of Smith/Jones... will check that out, thanks.
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Old 02-03-2021, 09:55 PM   #11
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Hey Bob,
GOOD to know !
Never liked exorbitant/ inflated taxes...been there, done that !
That is important.
I still have a pile of old out dated usupply books here somewhere. Will check.
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Old 02-03-2021, 10:08 PM   #12
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Hey Tim,
Never heard of Smith/Jones... will check that out, thanks.
Me either. They came up via a Google search. I called and a very nice woman answered. Said would call me back to make sure everything was in stock and she did. Shipping was at cost and super quick. I received my stuff in 2 days to NJ.

Definitely give them a try.
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Old 02-03-2021, 10:13 PM   #13
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Sacramento Vintage Ford didn't get out of the Model A parts business, they just got out of the Model A parts catalog business. years ago.
Hey d,
I hear that. I guess they feel that a catalogue is worthwhile. Although I think some are ‘on-line’ ?
I’m into looking at book/catalogue. Not very much computer guy.
Most probably have never seen a Sac Vintage Ford ...Master Catalogue !
That was HUGE, and work of art for A / B shoppers. I spent hours with that, as they had great displayed items, color, pictures...wonderful book !
I always gave them big orders !
Even went up there couple times to buy BIG stuff, fenders, etc.
Neat ‘50s soda jerk sit down to eat type thing that they made with cars.. the works !!

The good old days !!
Wonder what happened. Towards my last visit, inventory was in the can. Also to get an inform help had gone away.
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Old 02-03-2021, 11:30 PM   #14
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We have had great success with Sam at Arizona Model A.
Family run business..... extremely knowledgeable. Ship prompt
and very reasonable shipping charges.
Also has some good used parts.
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Old 02-04-2021, 12:59 AM   #15
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Floyd's model A parts in Washington State
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For the east coast (near Atlanta, GA), there is Mike’s “A” Fordable.

https://www.mikes-afordable.com/


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Old 02-04-2021, 08:42 AM   #17
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I am in the south-east and have been buying from Snyders. They are fast and have a good online presence. A friend in California recommended Bert's. I just bought some things from them. They have good used parts that are sometimes better than the repos. You have to ask via a telephone call or email as the used parts are not listed on their website.
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the good used parts are always a preference. You don’t have to wonder if they are going to fit.
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As a side note, I would like to personally thank all the parts suppliers and all the other online retailers for all the packing material and cardboard boxes. Really nice for starting fires on these cold mornings.
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Good Morning...Also have good luck with Sammy at Arizona Model A. Good family owned business...always helpful...good bone yard as well...480-782-0266. Ernie in Arizona...Have a good day...
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