Wilcox vs. Ecklers Reproduction Part Differences
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,625
Likes: 4
From: Miami FL
Wilcox vs. Ecklers Reproduction Part Differences
We are in the process of redoing my interior and need a couple of items for which I want the best fit possible. Can you all comment on which items fit better between the two suppliers?
Shift Console Housing
Wilcox $105 http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=24119
or
Ecklers $150 http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...dept%5Fid=1644
Rear Compartment Unit I am switching from a 3 door to a 2 door storage compartment (anybody do this before and anything I should be mindful of doing the swap?)
Wilcox completely assembled for $137
or
Ecklers for more monies about $160 in all and I have to assemble from what I can figure out from the website
Again...I am mostly interested in fitment and quality vs. price right now.
Thanks...Rob
Shift Console Housing
Wilcox $105 http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=24119
or
Ecklers $150 http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...dept%5Fid=1644
Rear Compartment Unit I am switching from a 3 door to a 2 door storage compartment (anybody do this before and anything I should be mindful of doing the swap?)
Wilcox completely assembled for $137
or
Ecklers for more monies about $160 in all and I have to assemble from what I can figure out from the website
Again...I am mostly interested in fitment and quality vs. price right now.
Thanks...Rob
Safety Car
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 3,557
Likes: 0
From: Ridgeway VA
Go with Wilcox
I have two vettes C3's and just directed a friend that has a '72 to
go to Wilcox. Guess what - he saved about 33 % - most of these
parts come from the same supplies/factories so the products are the
same.
I used to use Eckers and spent a lot with them. Current experience
- prices, customer service, quality - led me to Wilcox.
go to Wilcox. Guess what - he saved about 33 % - most of these
parts come from the same supplies/factories so the products are the
same.
I used to use Eckers and spent a lot with them. Current experience
- prices, customer service, quality - led me to Wilcox.
Drifting
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 1,873
Likes: 1
From: Savannah Ga
The rear compartment door is or was made by Dewitt(sp?)I got one compleatly assembled for my 82.Fit and finish were great.Forgot who I ordered from but I was told that Dewitt was the only manufacture of the part.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 3,334
Likes: 4
From: Midland TX
I like Willcox the best of all. Their prices are generally a lot less than the others and they are super nice people.
My #2 choice is Corvette Central.
I have used Ecklers and they are good too.
I have used Mid America a few times but I think their prices are high.
My #2 choice is Corvette Central.
I have used Ecklers and they are good too.
I have used Mid America a few times but I think their prices are high.
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 1,562
Likes: 2
From: Spring Texas
I have a folder for Vette stuff in my internet favorites. It has a quite extensive list of Vette part suppliers. All of the major vendors are there, but they are there in order of their utility to me - price, fit, finish, and customer service. I have Corvette Central, Doc Rebuild and Paragon as my top 3, though Willcox has great prices and get their share of my business too. There are generally just 1 or 2 suppliers for reproduction interior parts, so the product isthe same from vendor to vendor. I virtually always price compare between vendors, and as a frequent purchaser, take advantage of discounts and/or free shipping offers. Most of the majors will offer a project discount based on large parts orders over a period of time. These are worth it for the individual restoration project, but for those of us whose cars are continaully morphing in new directions, I find it better to keep my options open rather than rely on a single vendor. I try to stick with the specialty vendors for the specialty parts, even though I know the big vendors carry those parts too. Dewitts, VBP, etc. are my first choice for their product specialties, partly because we owe these guys for stepping up to the table with improved products. Sometimes, just like the General did it isn't good enough. my .02
Former Vendor
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 5,593
Likes: 631
From: Brighton
Originally Posted by copter
The rear compartment door is or was made by Dewitt(sp?)I got one compleatly assembled for my 82.Fit and finish were great.Forgot who I ordered from but I was told that Dewitt was the only manufacture of the part.
Instructor
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 154
Likes: 0
From: Upper Darby PA
needed a rear spindle flange for my '81 4 spd. a very difficult part to get. checked the Wilcox site but none were listed. called some other places, but no luck. took a chance and called Wilcox hoping they had one, but was not listed. they didn't have it, but happily gave me the name and number of a guy they thought might. had it the next day UPS. that's customer service.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years
Joe Kucinski
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!
Joe Kucinski
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)
Joe Kucinski
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!
Brett Foote
Race Director
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 10,560
Likes: 439
From: Wellington, FL
St. Jude Donor '11 thru '25
My opinion is that Eckler's is fast becoming the worst of the major Corvette part suppliers. Of the last few orders I have placed, I have had nothing but problems. One of the parts I ordered, an a/c evaporator for a '76, was advertised as a new AC Delco in its catalog. This item turned out to be a remanufactured unit from old evaporator cores. Worse, it had actually been on back order since January of this year and yet they continued to take orders for as of October without advising me of this. Another orded was for a compressor hose for the same vehicle and it was made imcorectly and yet they continue to take orders for it. They have done nothing but waste a great deal of my time with their nonsense. Of parts that I ordered which were correct, I found the quality to be poor. Their customer service also leaves a lot to be desired. My advice is to stay away.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 2,664
Likes: 1
From: Nashville TN
I used Wilcox and saved a bundle and love the quality of the products. Most of the stuff I bought from them are the same thing drop shipped direct from the other guy at a cheaper price. How does that happen? hahaha
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 1,725
Likes: 0
From: Hanover Maryland
I use Willcox ALL of the time. There parts come from Corvette America (as do most vendors). I have had no problems with the quality or the fitment. They even offer nice discounts on quanity. Just call and ask for a quote.
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,625
Likes: 4
From: Miami FL
Thanks for the suggestions....I will contact Wilcox to get the rest of my parts. I have already ordered several other parts from them, but in the past they have been very slow for shipping, I am currently waiting on some general items that I ordered 2 weeks ago and have had a similar experience about a 3 months ago ordering parts with them not telling me there would be a several week delay and then it requires me to call them to find out when my parts will be shipped. They don't tell me at the time of ordering the parts could be delayed several weeks before shipment. But I will try them again since I need to call them today to find out where my other parts are at.
Race Director
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 10,560
Likes: 439
From: Wellington, FL
St. Jude Donor '11 thru '25
Originally Posted by carpedm
Thanks for the suggestions....I will contact Wilcox to get the rest of my parts. I have already ordered several other parts from them, but in the past they have been very slow for shipping, I am currently waiting on some general items that I ordered 2 weeks ago and have had a similar experience about a 3 months ago ordering parts with them not telling me there would be a several week delay and then it requires me to call them to find out when my parts will be shipped. They don't tell me at the time of ordering the parts could be delayed several weeks before shipment. But I will try them again since I need to call them today to find out where my other parts are at.
Last edited by Jud Chapin; Oct 31, 2006 at 07:47 AM.
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,625
Likes: 4
From: Miami FL
Just spoke with Wilcox...all is in good order. They said to give them always 2 weeks at least before shipment of any items to either have the item made or process the orders. Ugghh!!! I totally understand their situation, but like a little kid...I can't wait till x-mas morning for my new parts.
I ordered the Wilcox 2 Door Complete Unit to go in my 69. I am needing a little extra room for an Alpine amp that I bought too big to fit through the 3 door opening and don't want to redo the speaker box since I just completed it and it is very nicely done except there is no room for the amp.
Thanks...Rob
btw...I have ordered the pre-cut stereo bezel for a CD player so I will take pics once that is installed for you all to see how it looks installed.
I ordered the Wilcox 2 Door Complete Unit to go in my 69. I am needing a little extra room for an Alpine amp that I bought too big to fit through the 3 door opening and don't want to redo the speaker box since I just completed it and it is very nicely done except there is no room for the amp.
Thanks...Rob
btw...I have ordered the pre-cut stereo bezel for a CD player so I will take pics once that is installed for you all to see how it looks installed.
Safety Car
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 4,060
Likes: 102
From: Southeast, Tennessee
St. Jude Donor '09 thru '26
i think you'll be very impressed with wilcox. i have used them extensively and have always had nothing but the best service and product knowledge from them. i ordered an entire (and i mean entire) interior restoration from them right down to nuts and bolts ceiling to floor, wall to wall. they saved me loads over everyone else and all the products delivered to me were the highest of quality from the best of suppliers. personally, between them and dr rebuild, i can't think of a reason to go elsewhere unless neither of them have the part(s) you need. my 3rd and fourth choices are corvette central and dynamic corvette if it comes to that.
