Yanmar parts

[thunderbirl]

Second is to build a robust parts and service network with drop shipping available.

On a baby-step level: Lets consider the possibility that the system might work such that customers and dealers talk to determine customer need and to then the dealer directs the factory to send the right parts to the customer.

I believe that someone like FedEx has a sort of plug-and-play, drop-in, distribution-service "app" currently available to do this for the plant in Georgia!

I believe that would take care of a lot of issues with the "less than populous" dealer base. Basically, for parts, it becomes a virtual system. Dealers would continue to stay in touch with customers and build their relationships while getting reimbursement for their parts expertise (i.e. profit). The latter should curry favor from the dealers. The company knows that happy dealers make for more happy customers. I think this is a win-win.

 

[Kiwibru]

Just courious, was the parts expensive? My kubota parts are like buying gold. Im considering a 359C but i do worry i might hit a low limb with the rear of the cab and it does seem to hang out there a little bit.

Yeah, they are not fools gold that is for sure. Like anything imported we are at the mercy of yen/dollar exchanges and dealer / distributor markups. I imagine that in time consumables such as filters will show up in the aftermarket but don't hold your breath for the two or three years that may be required!