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damnyankee36 
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damnyankee36
Reg: 04-16-03
09-28-24 10:07 AM - Post#2874273    

Hello! First-time poster here in the 61-64 forums. I've built a few Camaros and C10s but I will be restoring my first 63 Impala Super Sport.

I've just started some preliminary planning at this stage.

Can anybody share their favorite parts sources?

I was also looking for some forums to visit but so far, this one seems to be the most specific in the generation groups and active enough to be useful. Camaro and truck forums are everywhere! Impala forums aren't as popular as I thought they would be.



Edited by damnyankee36 on 09-28-24 10:43 AM. Reason for edit: No reason given.

 


dgstarr 
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Loc: Portland, OR
Reg: 04-16-13
09-28-24 10:56 AM - Post#2874274    
    In response to damnyankee36

Rock Auto, Show Cars, The Parts Place, The Filling Station



Edited by dgstarr on 09-28-24 11:03 AM. Reason for edit: No reason given.

 
droopy 
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Posts: 25
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Loc: 98445
Reg: 07-17-17
09-29-24 09:29 PM - Post#2874303    
    In response to damnyankee36

I prefer to go local as possible. I tend to go with a mom and pop outfit the Filling Station in the northwest. I been to their brick and mortar in the middle of Oregon and is a really cool store that I have gotten parts for an array of my classics, including my 63. Their call center is in their store, and they are generally pretty knowledgeable.

However, knowing the quality of what you need will always factor into the decision of sourcing the part. Global West makes awesome suspension alternatives if going street custom. American Auto Wire is the standard upgrade if rewiring the whole vehicle in my opinion. Can't go wrong with OER items if through them or Classic Industries. Steel Rubber or Precision make good seals, however the re-pop window seal kit is good too. ABS Power Brake in California has tons of brake options for impalas.

Sometimes the crappy thing with the box places is it is not entirely clearly described what you are getting.

Congratulations on finding this forum. There is alot of knowledge here.



 
61ragtop 
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Age: 48
Loc: Langley B.C. Canada
Reg: 07-30-03
10-13-24 09:16 AM - Post#2874634    
    In response to damnyankee36

truck shop in orange california has great pricing and service on repo parts

https://www.truckandcarshop.com

Restoration world

https://resto-world.com

also have good luck with Classic industries as well. I basically made a list of what i need in a spread sheet and list all the parts, part # and prices and order accordingly. Sometimes its worth it to pay a little more at one place and get the free shipping..



Edited by 61ragtop on 10-13-24 09:21 AM. Reason for edit: No reason given.

 


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