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Post by: Shane on April 03, 2007, 05:24:01 AM: Turbo Jim and I are thinking about opening up a small Parts only kinda business.
It will be AC parts only and we will only be open on saturdays. We thought we would try this as it ishard to get parts right now.
Just thought we would put a feeler out there if anyone is interested. By no means will this be a full time job, but more as a fun thing and also to help people.
Post your thoughts
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Post by: red snapper on April 03, 2007, 07:06:21 AM: Shane, we really need something like that since some shops have closed down. I will give both of ya my business. Great idea, if I can help, let me know.
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Post by: CHEECH on April 03, 2007, 07:38:49 AM: Good idea guy`s, Count me in, you will get my business :rockon:
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Post by: jess rotten on April 03, 2007, 07:49:46 AM: good plan
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Post by: dirtydeedss on April 03, 2007, 07:55:19 AM: :rockon:
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Post by: slammedbus on April 03, 2007, 07:59:35 AM: You know where I'm going.............

straight to hell.....

I'm in.
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Post by: moni on April 03, 2007, 08:10:15 AM: :rockon:
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Post by: Hansk on April 03, 2007, 08:16:45 AM: Sounds cool , if I read correctly your looking for someone to work the counter? Too bad I already work Saturdays :(
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Post by: G-dog on April 03, 2007, 09:02:49 AM: When are you going to open? I have something I want to return..... :D
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Post by: josh on April 03, 2007, 09:10:36 AM: hell ya do it :rockon: :rockon: :rockon: :rockon:
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Post by: surgerypending on April 03, 2007, 09:27:54 AM: Sure sounds good! I have another car i'm starting at the end of the summer....I need to get my parts somewhere!
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Post by: 72vwtype2 on April 03, 2007, 09:57:33 AM: I think this a great idea and it would fill a void that has been created by the recent demise of Airspeed, Bow Wow, Lou's...etc.

One option that may reduce the cost of carrying large inventiory, is offering consignment. This would centralize the buying and selling of our spare parts.
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Post by: Shane on April 03, 2007, 10:57:25 AM: Thanks for the response guys, We will continue to push this forward. Keep the replies coming
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Post by: amishrabbi on April 03, 2007, 01:26:45 PM: dont know how many parts ill need but if the pricing is the same as airspeeds ill buy from you guys rather than avr in abby
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Post by: Shane on April 03, 2007, 02:27:12 PM: Pricing will be the same as Airspeed was
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Post by: Stephan Schmidt on April 03, 2007, 02:31:50 PM: I think this is a great idea.

Some questions:

If the shop is only open on saturdays, who will be placing the orders during the week to the suppliers? Who will be doing the states runs to the states to pick up shipments of items? Obviously this will have to be a legitimate business, so have you thought about a company name? Will you be setting up an account with credit companies to accept different methods of payment? Will someone be in charge of shipping return items to manufacturers?

Suppliers would most likely only be open during the week. So if we need parts, will there be a phone number that we can call to order parts through during the week to pick up on saturdays? Or would we have to order the part on a saturday and then expect pickup on a following saturday?

Stephan
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Post by: slammedbus on April 03, 2007, 02:35:52 PM: whoa jr. Sounds like it is still preliminary. I am sure Shane and Jim have a bit of business knowledge that can help them with the venture.... ;)
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Post by: Shane on April 03, 2007, 02:41:43 PM: Quote
I think this is a great idea.

Some questions:

If the shop is only open on saturdays, who will be placing the orders during the week to the suppliers? Who will be doing the states runs to the states to pick up shipments of items? Obviously this will have to be a legitimate business, so have you thought about a company name? Will you be setting up an account with credit companies to accept different methods of payment? Will someone be in charge of shipping return items to manufacturers?

Suppliers would most likely only be open during the week. So if we need parts, will there be a phone number that we can call to order parts through during the week to pick up on saturdays? Or would we have to order the part on a saturday and then expect pickup on a following saturday?

Stephan
Not sure why this matters to you Stephan?
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Post by: kafer_kid86 on April 03, 2007, 02:57:54 PM: yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
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Post by: steveo_32 on April 03, 2007, 03:15:41 PM: Your going to need a keyholder!!!! Dont forget or else you will not be able to get in thru the doors!!!
:P
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Post by: Mike Scott on April 03, 2007, 04:10:21 PM: Sounds like a great idea, Im finally starting to make enough money to blow on highpo engine stuff, and I have nowhere to buy it!!!!!

Good Luck
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Post by: dods1600 on April 03, 2007, 04:50:08 PM: Ya, I'm finally getting to the point where a local parts place would be awsome
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Post by: Matt on April 03, 2007, 05:17:31 PM: I think its a hell of a plan, and you can count on my support.

What I don't understand is why all the stupid questions about credit apps and border runs? Thats for the guys behind this venture to figure out. If it was me, I'd already have banned your ass for asking stupid questions. Hell, if it was me I would pick and choose who I sold stuff too, and there would be a long list of people here that would never see my shit. Be glad its not me.
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Post by: Chris on April 03, 2007, 05:32:07 PM: Quote
I think this is a great idea.

Some questions:

If the shop is only open on saturdays, who will be placing the orders during the week to the suppliers? Who will be doing the states runs to the states to pick up shipments of items? Obviously this will have to be a legitimate business, so have you thought about a company name? Will you be setting up an account with credit companies to accept different methods of payment? Will someone be in charge of shipping return items to manufacturers?

Suppliers would most likely only be open during the week. So if we need parts, will there be a phone number that we can call to order parts through during the week to pick up on saturdays? Or would we have to order the part on a saturday and then expect pickup on a following saturday?

Stephan
Why dont you do it yourself smart guy.
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Post by: Chris on April 03, 2007, 05:36:38 PM: Let me rephrase my previous post.

I am sure that the parties involved have discussed logistics, seeing as both are very experienced in the business sector. Maybe this is one of those \"feelers\" such that some people like to post, only this one may have some serious merit to it.

:)
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Post by: kirin on April 03, 2007, 06:24:19 PM: I for one would support you guys in an instant. However be prepared that this thing may grow to be more of it. Only do it if your completly 110% committed to the cause.

And for all you guys raising an eyebrow to Stephans questions. Its a public forum and people are allowed to ask whatever the hell they want to. Really if you have a problem with it find some other place to go. Mind you I don't always agree with what some people say however they have the same equal right as I do if not more so, to raise a point.
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Post by: notchback on April 03, 2007, 07:05:51 PM: If I was Geoff I'd be pissed
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Post by: Shane on April 03, 2007, 07:14:41 PM: Quote
If I was Geoff I'd be pissed
Why would you be geoff?

Seriously though, This was my Idea to Jim asking him ( Because he is not working) I can do this venture on my own if I wanted, All I am doing is trying to supply people with parts who are having a hard time getting them, If Geoff would like to do it then I supprt him 100%. I was trying to do a good thing.. and so I asked a question to the people who need parts if this would interest them? This is by no means a full time job... I have one of those
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Post by: silas on April 03, 2007, 07:27:30 PM: Quote
If I was Geoff I'd be pissed
i would like to think that geoff would be supportive of a friends new business venture, just as we are of his.

i think it's a great idea. i do agree that it may turn out to be more successfull than anticipated, but only time will tell.

i will support you guys all the way. some purchases may be small but you will be the first ones i call when i need something.

i like to support friends/locals/people in the know who operate smaller independent businesses. ;)
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Post by: Matt on April 03, 2007, 07:48:13 PM: Quote
If I was Geoff I'd be pissed
Ahhh......... here comes the drama.
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Post by: rustybus on April 03, 2007, 08:06:05 PM: I think Matt should run the counter :lol:
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Post by: KOOL-AID MAN on April 03, 2007, 08:25:51 PM: I think this is a great idea guys, I'll be there for sure since i recently aquired an aircooled beetle that is a lil slow for my liking :)
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Post by: Shane on April 03, 2007, 08:28:13 PM: Quote
some purchases may be small but you will be the first

That is what I am talking about, You can not make a small order at CIP and I will be able to help that way, I will carry all the tune up parts, etc..
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Post by: jim martin on April 03, 2007, 09:03:48 PM: good for both of you,looking forward to seeing it happen.
nothing better than a one day work week :D
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Post by: Shane on April 03, 2007, 09:07:00 PM: Quote
good for both of you,looking forward to seeing it happen.
nothing better than a one day work week :D
It has to be one day because we could never fit in our \"Lunch dates with G-dog\" :lol:
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Post by: egspot on April 03, 2007, 09:27:30 PM: Sounds good. As good as private deals can be, It is good to have local suppliers who know the bizz. Count on my business.
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Post by: Chris W on April 03, 2007, 09:49:49 PM: I think it's a great idea, sounds like the area could use it. I wish you and Jim the best of luck!!
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Post by: G-dog on April 03, 2007, 10:29:11 PM: Quote

It has to be one day because we could never fit in our "Lunch dates with G-dog" :lol:
Damn right! BTW ,can I get cash back on my return or will it be a credit note?Will you do deliveries as well :P
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Post by: Bug Maniac on April 03, 2007, 10:42:57 PM: All the best guys , I hope everything works out sweet, sounds like you may have quite a line up. :rockon: :rockon:
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Post by: Rob DVKK on April 03, 2007, 10:48:13 PM: Hey G, I thought you were the delivery service. Oh wait that was Jerry. No, geoff - oh I can't keep it straight. As long as some one is coming downtown (eastside) count me in.
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Post by: Brassmonkey on April 03, 2007, 10:50:20 PM: I still have a lot of parts that I needed for my buggy you got my business for sure, hell of a good idea.
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Post by: G-dog on April 03, 2007, 11:19:27 PM: Quote
Hey G, I thought you were the delivery service. Oh wait that was Jerry. No, geoff - oh I can't keep it straight. As long as some one is coming downtown (eastside) count me in.
We should hook your scoot up with a biiitchin little trailer... :P That'll keep you off the porn sites
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Post by: Dan on April 04, 2007, 01:33:55 AM: Great plan..I'm in!Where would you put the place?
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Post by: Dan on April 04, 2007, 01:34:39 AM: Great plan..I'm in!Where would you put the place?
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Post by: nivag on April 04, 2007, 09:58:03 AM: I don't think Geoff should be too pissed... He has a much more exciting job now and I am sure he is making way better money!

Retail is tough, never seems to be a great place for return on investment... Why don't you two go buy a building and be slum lords or something...
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Post by: OUTKAST on April 04, 2007, 05:54:30 PM: Salmon arm outlet ? :blink: I'm in
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Post by: James Buchan on April 04, 2007, 06:44:46 PM: ABOUT TIME!!!!!
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Post by: Shane on April 04, 2007, 08:09:54 PM: Well, I guess that answers that.... ;)
In the mean time if you are needing any parts , I can get you some pricing asap.
Just e-mail me what you are looking for and I will get back to you.
pointblank-inc@telus.net
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Post by: Needles on April 08, 2007, 11:35:03 PM: :huh: So does this mean I need to buy Butterball back off Shawn, cause I hear he's got his ass up against a panel.... :wub:
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Post by: driverfound269 on April 09, 2007, 07:54:43 AM: good idea!
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Post by: egspot on May 26, 2007, 10:15:34 AM: Well, I am going to ask the stupid questions which probably has been aswered before.

What is the location and store hours?

Thanks
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Post by: Shane on May 26, 2007, 10:58:52 AM: http://acvw.1976bus.com/store/contact_us.php (http://acvw.1976bus.com/store/contact_us.php)
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Post by: egspot on May 26, 2007, 11:30:59 AM: Thanks Shane.