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ZIP for parts?

Posted: 12/13/04 7:57pm Message 1 of 10
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Poquoson, VA - USA
Joined: 11/20/2004
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Vette(s): 73 Conv, Blue-Green/White Top - 454, M21 - Dark Saddle Leather, Power Windows, A/C, Tilt/Tele, AM/FM St. (orig. and sounds like it too).#2 -- 2007 Coupe,3 LT package, Z51 option, Victory Red, Ebony Int. Clear Top.
Anyone have input on service/parts from ZIP in Virginia. They are close to home for me but I haven't dealt with them yet. Been going thru Corvette America. I may be in need of a rear end not sure yet. making some bad sounds... looking into it this weekend... trying to find a reliable place to get parts...


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ZIP for parts?

Posted: 12/13/04 9:26pm Message 2 of 10
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Roseland, NJ - USA
Joined: 12/4/2003
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Vette(s): 1974, 454 with 4 on the floor, matching numbers.
I've used Zip with good results. There are a few others that I've also used who were pretty good, depends on what you're looking for.
Corvette Central, MidAmerica, Muskegon Brakes, have all been great to deal with. |smokin|


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Posted: 12/14/04 10:00am Message 3 of 10
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Yes - very good luck, as well as with Paragon and even Dr. Rebuild!


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Posted: 12/14/04 11:05am Message 4 of 10
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Pasadena, MD - USA
Joined: 6/16/2004
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Vette(s): 72 Coupe L48 4 sp Air Tilt Leather
Talk to Art at Van Steel for any suspension/differential problems or parts. They seem to really get the job done....not cheap, but what on a Vette is not? |saluteflag|


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Posted: 12/14/04 3:50pm Message 5 of 10
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KEYPORT, NJ - USA
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Vette(s): 1973 Stingray Coupe and C5 and C6 Coupes.

Zip is good |thumb|

Don't forget about the forum supporting vendors. |smile|


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Posted: 12/14/04 6:10pm Message 6 of 10
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columbia, NJ - USA
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Vette(s): 1964,1972,2000
I have ordered numerous times from Zip and have been very happy with the quality and timeliness of getting the parts. Sometimes I comparison shop and buy from Mid America also. Eckler's has GM restoration parts, but the price is more expensive.
Before you do any major overhaul or put a lot of money in your rear end , change the posi fluid and put in the GM posi additive. It could make a difference, and it will save a lot of money. Kathy


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Posted: 12/15/04 5:53pm Message 7 of 10
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Poquoson, VA - USA
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Vette(s): 73 Conv, Blue-Green/White Top - 454, M21 - Dark Saddle Leather, Power Windows, A/C, Tilt/Tele, AM/FM St. (orig. and sounds like it too).#2 -- 2007 Coupe,3 LT package, Z51 option, Victory Red, Ebony Int. Clear Top.
I will try doing the change first. Not sure if it is the rear yet. Looks like the P/O has had the cover off the rear as it (just the cover) is clean or new and a recent gasket is on it. Can't get any info from P/O. so just checking it all out. Going to check/replace Uni's too. Just trying to get myself prepared in case new rear is in the cards. Want to be ready for spring...


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Posted: 12/15/04 6:59pm Message 8 of 10
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CONCORD, MA - USA
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Vette(s): 78 Silver Anniversary (2 Tone) L82 auto loaded
I've dealt with most of the part suppliers and Zip is my first choice for stock parts,VBP for suspension upgrades.
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Posted: 12/15/04 6:59pm Message 9 of 10
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Duncanville, TX - USA
Joined: 11/8/2003
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Vette(s): #1-1974 L-48 4spd Cp Med Red Metallic/Black deluxe int w/AC/tilt/tele./p/w-p/b/ Am-Fm/map light National/Regional/Chapter NCRS "Top Flight" #2-1985 Bright Red/Carmine Cp.L-98/auto Member: NCRS, NCRS Texas, Corvette Legends of Texas
I've always had excellent service from Zip. They have always bent over backwards to help me out, and I've NEVER had any kind of problem with the service or parts. Give them a shot !! |thumb| |thumb| |thumb| |bouncy| |wavey|


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Posted: 12/16/04 3:15pm Message 10 of 10
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Kingston, TN - USA
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Vette(s): 1970 Vert Both Tops Kiesler 5 Speed Steeroids Rack and Pinion Stayfast Convertible Top
Another vote of confidence in ZIP. I have always had good luck with them. As far as the rear making noise is it chattering going around corners. If so, I believe I would change the fluid and additive first before spending the money on the entire rear diff. |thumb|


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