At my request, MSC Supply ( Industrial Supply Equipment from MSC Industrial Supply ) has set up an account for Tornado Alley Cruisers. There are no obligations or strings attached to the club- it's simply a way to increase our buying power while supporting a company that contributes to our club. It is a cash account, meaning if you wish to use it have your credit card available.
If you're unfamiliar with MSC, they are a competitor to Grainger and McMaster Carr. Their main catalog is over 4,000 pages and covers maintenance, metalworking, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, automotive maint, janitorial, safety, and hydraulic supplies as well as tools and fasteners/hardware.
I'm not affiliated with MSC- I'm just a loyal customer. 2 years ago I didn't deal with them at all, but now I spend approx $25,000/year with them through my job and also order from them for my personal use solely because of their pricing and customer service. They also donated prizes for the raffle at Flat Nasty 08, and I like to support companies that support my interests.
Our account offers several advantages over individual purchasing. They are:
1. Dedicated Account Rep available to adjust pricing. MSC is willing to be VERY aggressive with their pricing to beat their competition. Contact our account rep for a price quote and he'll give you an immediate discount off their list price. If you find the same item elsewhere for less, call them and they will beat that price as long as it's above their cost.
2. Group Buying Power. Higher volume allows for greater discounts.
3. A corollary to number 2- next year prior to Flat Nasty I'll be hitting them up for another donation. If they see that this year's donation generated new business, they'll be more inclined to increase their contribution for 2009.
Kelly (2fpower) and I have already ordered from them. I picked up a quart of POR-15 semi gloss black for $31.38 last week, which is easily the best price I've been able to find. In the past I've purchased M6 stainless bolts for my hard top for 40% less than I could find locally.
Our account number is 3673695. Our account rep is Chris Gibble. His contact info is:
800-933-7264 x465034
gibblec@mscdirect.com
If you want to check pricing or place an order, contact Chris and mention our account number or TAC. Give him your address and he'll send you a Big Book (master catalog) if you'd like. Chris is also my company's account rep, and I talk to him several times a week. He's a Land Rover nut and owns a 2nd gen Discovery, but I'm slowly converting him to cruiserdom. He's also a genuinely nice guy.
If you prefer to order off the website, we can have them set up a username and an across the board discount. Contacting Chris will yield better pricing, but some folks might prefer the speed/convenience of web ordering. For now I've kept it simple just to gauge interest and get some initial feedback. I'm interesting in hearing comments and/or criticisms and suggestions.
If you're unfamiliar with MSC, they are a competitor to Grainger and McMaster Carr. Their main catalog is over 4,000 pages and covers maintenance, metalworking, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, automotive maint, janitorial, safety, and hydraulic supplies as well as tools and fasteners/hardware.
I'm not affiliated with MSC- I'm just a loyal customer. 2 years ago I didn't deal with them at all, but now I spend approx $25,000/year with them through my job and also order from them for my personal use solely because of their pricing and customer service. They also donated prizes for the raffle at Flat Nasty 08, and I like to support companies that support my interests.
Our account offers several advantages over individual purchasing. They are:
1. Dedicated Account Rep available to adjust pricing. MSC is willing to be VERY aggressive with their pricing to beat their competition. Contact our account rep for a price quote and he'll give you an immediate discount off their list price. If you find the same item elsewhere for less, call them and they will beat that price as long as it's above their cost.
2. Group Buying Power. Higher volume allows for greater discounts.
3. A corollary to number 2- next year prior to Flat Nasty I'll be hitting them up for another donation. If they see that this year's donation generated new business, they'll be more inclined to increase their contribution for 2009.
Kelly (2fpower) and I have already ordered from them. I picked up a quart of POR-15 semi gloss black for $31.38 last week, which is easily the best price I've been able to find. In the past I've purchased M6 stainless bolts for my hard top for 40% less than I could find locally.
Our account number is 3673695. Our account rep is Chris Gibble. His contact info is:
800-933-7264 x465034
gibblec@mscdirect.com
If you want to check pricing or place an order, contact Chris and mention our account number or TAC. Give him your address and he'll send you a Big Book (master catalog) if you'd like. Chris is also my company's account rep, and I talk to him several times a week. He's a Land Rover nut and owns a 2nd gen Discovery, but I'm slowly converting him to cruiserdom. He's also a genuinely nice guy.
If you prefer to order off the website, we can have them set up a username and an across the board discount. Contacting Chris will yield better pricing, but some folks might prefer the speed/convenience of web ordering. For now I've kept it simple just to gauge interest and get some initial feedback. I'm interesting in hearing comments and/or criticisms and suggestions.
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