New C3 Corvette Owner
Race Director
Joined: Apr 2017
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From: Hickory NC
2025 C5 of the Year Finalist - Modified
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St. Jude Donor '17 thru '26
Welcome to the Forum, and congratulations on your C3! 
I would suggest asking this question in the C3 General section at: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...s-1968-1982-5/.
This is more of a "hello" section.
Best wishes finding the parts you need.
I would suggest asking this question in the C3 General section at: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...s-1968-1982-5/.
This is more of a "hello" section.
Best wishes finding the parts you need.
Administrator
Joined: Mar 2001
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From: In a parallel universe. Currently own 2014 Stingray Coupe.
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Moved over to C3 General for some recommendations.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2010
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From: Bussey, IA
-Hello and welcome!! I get parts from Zip Corvette and WIllcox, bith of whom have been very good. Check around, there are some places that are more specialized than others, dependong on what your specific needs are. We look forward to pictures of your prize!
Race Director
Joined: Mar 2016
Posts: 14,406
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From: Napa Valley California
Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your new 80.
It all depends on what you are purchasing.
I’ve had great service dealing with Corvette Central for general parts.
The quality of the parts I received and their customer service are great.
Gary Ramadei GTR1999 is the worlds best for any rear differential, steering box, or trailing arm rebuilding.
Richard454 for electric head light conversions.
David Howard AllVette4Me for any chassis related parts or information.
For any suspension needs, I recommend Van Steel Racing.
Interior parts I recommend Al Knoch Interiors.
Silver Sport Transmissions for anything tranny related.
American Auto Wire for electrical wiring harnesses and connectors.
Summit Racing for any speed or under hood dress up equipment, unless you have a good local speed equipment shop you trust.
I’ll think of some more and get them posted up.
It all depends on what you are purchasing.
I’ve had great service dealing with Corvette Central for general parts.
The quality of the parts I received and their customer service are great.
Gary Ramadei GTR1999 is the worlds best for any rear differential, steering box, or trailing arm rebuilding.
Richard454 for electric head light conversions.
David Howard AllVette4Me for any chassis related parts or information.
For any suspension needs, I recommend Van Steel Racing.
Interior parts I recommend Al Knoch Interiors.
Silver Sport Transmissions for anything tranny related.
American Auto Wire for electrical wiring harnesses and connectors.
Summit Racing for any speed or under hood dress up equipment, unless you have a good local speed equipment shop you trust.
I’ll think of some more and get them posted up.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 2,077
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From: Dallas TX
St. Jude Donor '06-'09,'22,'25
Always search the parts forum first: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ale-wanted-57/
Vendors such as Willcox will often post sales in the forums: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...tarts-now.html
I like Willcox, they provide a lot of technical help in addition to parts.
Vendors such as Willcox will often post sales in the forums: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...tarts-now.html
I like Willcox, they provide a lot of technical help in addition to parts.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 3,227
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From: Northeast
and before ordering from any company or dealing with a forum member, check them here.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-feedback-153/
Just type the name in "search this forum"".
If you look at the page now there appears to be a number of delays and lack of communication with some of the vendors. Hopefully things will improve soon.
ZIP has always been good for me. Corvette Central for exhaust systems.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-feedback-153/
Just type the name in "search this forum"".
If you look at the page now there appears to be a number of delays and lack of communication with some of the vendors. Hopefully things will improve soon.
ZIP has always been good for me. Corvette Central for exhaust systems.
Race Director
Joined: Mar 2016
Posts: 14,406
Likes: 8,212
From: Napa Valley California
I've stopped all on-line ordering for the time being.
I've ordered several parts that show "in stock" only to receive an email a couple of days later notifying me of delayed shipments dates, temporarily out of stock or currently discontinued items.
Now I'm calling in all my orders and if the vendor can't confirm they have the part on the shelf I won't order it.
At least none of the vendors have charged my card on out of stock items and only charge me when an item has shipped.
I've ordered several parts that show "in stock" only to receive an email a couple of days later notifying me of delayed shipments dates, temporarily out of stock or currently discontinued items.
Now I'm calling in all my orders and if the vendor can't confirm they have the part on the shelf I won't order it.
At least none of the vendors have charged my card on out of stock items and only charge me when an item has shipped.
Last edited by OldCarBum; Nov 3, 2021 at 05:37 PM.
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From: Louisville Kentucky
2023 C4 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
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Just a word of caution on parts. It's always better to refurbish or restore any OEM parts that you feel needs attention verses buying reproduction parts. Depending on the part, Repo's are nowhere near the fit, finish and quality of OEM parts, but sometime you have no choice.
