Dealer YANMAR DEALERS

[sweettractors]

<font color="blue"> If your guy wants a block for a 1500 call Paul Seago at 256-773-9951. </font>

I just got off the phone with a person named Rob at the phone # you gave me (Paul was busy with a customer). I explained the situation my friend finds himself in and He said he could get him a used block for $600 and no guarantees. I told him Mr Day was looking for new and Rob said they were not available at any price. Thanks you for trying to help--Ken Sweet


Sweet Farm Equipment LLC *New Double Action 5 ft First Choice Sickle Bar mowers $2195*

 

[DavesTractor]

I had a person contact me recently that had a cracked block in a YM1300D. Same problem, they did not check for anti-freeze. I had a block located in less than an hour. That tractor spent a day in our shop and is now happily putting along for the customer.

It seems that parts are very available for most models. A good gray market dealer will know what models are the best and know where to get parts. It astounds me that a lot of people sell these and have no clue as to where to get parts or how to service them. Then they get cold feet when the first parts challenge arises, lose their confidence in the product and then bail out, abandoning their customers. Then guys like Wayne, Len, Danny, Aaron and others step in and take care of them, despite the fact that they made nothing on the initial sale.

 

[normde2001]

Why should a "used tractor lot" be able to supply parts? I have bought several cars from used car lots, and they don't have so much as a fanbelt.

 

[sweettractors]

<font color="blue"> It astounds me that a lot of people sell these and have no clue as to where to get parts or how to service them. </font>

I agree 100%---Ken Sweet

Sweet Farm Equipment LLC *New Kioti Tractors and Implements*

 

[lens12]

I feel if a "dealer"is selling a product that may need parts support & that support is not readably available , it is in his best interest to at least know where parts are available & give the customer that info. I have a lot of dealers that give their customers my contact info , so they have someone to contact if they do need parts. I don't think this compares to a used car lot. Most car brands have an obvious dealer network where parts are available, plus there are all the aftermarket auto parts stores.

 

[normde2001]

" it is in his best interest to at least know where parts are available & give the customer that info."

I totally agree. In my opinion, that solves the problem.

 

[cfoxmd]

I agree that in the best world, yanmar would continue to support tractors, grey market or not. But the lawyers have sued to the point that selling parts allows them to be sued in the US for these products. That leaves the grey market with no company supported dealer network. Sellers come in all shapes and sizes. Some try to be full service shops with repair and parts support. Others try to just help those who buy from them. Finally there are those who just sell like a used car dealer--some saying just go to a JD dealer for parts, some say nothing. Others give names and addresses of dealers who might provide parts.

There are models easy to get parts for and models that are not so easy (some are even orphans). Sellers who provide no support don't care if they buy an orphan and may actually buy those preferentially because they are cheaper. Dealers who are quality dealers don't buy these.

Of course, the dealers who sell parts to everyone often spend lots of time searching for parts that they never end up selling or make little money on. Of course the cure for this is to charge an extra fee for searching for a part for customers who didn't buy from you and charge this fee before you look (and refund if you can't find the part--you could even charge an hourly rate so it is just time spent).

Of course dealers who provide parts are trying to be helpful and are angry at those who don't provide support. The answer (in my mind) is to charge more for parts so you don't feel put out.

 

[sweettractors]

cfoxmd, I find it hard to disagree with any of the points that you make--Where, in life, did you pick up all that common sense stuff?--Ken Sweet

 

[Tractors4u]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( told him Mr Day was looking for new and Rob said they were not available at any price. )</font>

Give Tom some time and I'll bet he will have new blocks one day. It is amazing at the number of new parts he has for the greys.

 

[YanmarFever]

Hes a republican thats why !! /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

 

[cfoxmd]

I'm a capitalist. There is a right price for everything and most of the people in the world are selling knowlege of some sort. Here we are sharing it.

 

[YanmarFever]

Fox
not to brown nose or KYB. but you & I think alot alike
so why havent you filled in your profile yet? /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif
Ernie
www.ernies.net

 

[cfoxmd]

Filled it in. Used to be filled in, but there was a system problem about a year ago that deleted my user name and all my posts became from an unregistered user.

 

[YanmarFever]

Fox now we know that you own an FX28-D which happens to be one of my favorote tractors, My main machine is an FX32-D, with a Koyker 155 loader, and Backhoe attachment.
I use to own a 28 but I let some slick talker cart it away
(of course everything has its price) /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gifMaybe we could post some pics of our machines & exchange ideas too.
My 32 was a bit rusty when it came to me, sooo... I made it a winter project to restore it to original shape it had 800+ hrs.
What a job that was, I would only do it again for myself(to much work)I also have 2 FX24-D parts tractors here if you need anythingfor your tractor.
Well back on my head, Im welding 2 security doors for my daughters house today & Im only 1/2 way there & im already tired.
Ernie
www.ernies.net

 

[RAStrick]

Is this the same people who use to sell rebuilt ATV's? I purchased one there some 7-8 years ago and was very happy with the experience.

As I recall their place was an old homestead and their prices were very good for the product.

Would you send me the phone number for this place? I wouy'd appreciate it very much.

I am interested in a Yanmar tractor but the dealer in Olah, MS (west of Hattiesburg) is not very attentive or professional acting.

Thanks,

Richard

rastrick@tds.net

 

[BrettW]

Ernie,
Can we get a new picture under you name? Those pink things are troubling me. I can't tell what they are or what they are doing. How about a big USMC flag there instead. brett w

 

[YanmarFever]

Brett ,
Dont you like my new Doo ? /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif
They are poddles with fancy hair cuts
go to my page for a better view
www.ernies.net
Ernie

 

[blackd]

Brett, leave Ernie alone! (Tongue in cheek, those pink things are different.)

 

[YanmarFever]

Now listen you guys !!
dont think just because I use the pink in the picture that something is funny !
There is not a( straighter) guy than me around these parts.
why I even voted for Pat Buchanan for pres. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
Why dont we take a vote on the pink thing, and see which way it should go. yeah or nay !! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
We can be civil about this.
Ernie

 

[BrettW]

Erine,
Start a new thread called, "Ernies Pink Problem". Then we can vote on it.
OK, you may be straight but did I see you lighten the color of that Yanmar you like so much? Those red tractors can turn pink in a heart beat!~!! brett