I agree that one can get better prices by shopping around. However, I
would like Europa to be around for a few more years yet as there are
some spares etc. which cannot be found anywhere else. I also understand
that they aren't selling too many new kits at present so I don't mind
paying a little over the odds for my bits and bobs in support.
Also saves me the hassle of sourcing everything from different suppliers
and ensuring it is of the right spec. but hey, I always was lazy.
Richard Iddon G-RIXS
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of
BEBERRY@aol.com
Sent: 11 January 2006 09:16
Subject: Europa-List: Spares
The whole business of the cost of spares etc is getting ridiculous.
Just a
couple of comments following recent correspondence. In u.k. the
ubiquitous
5mm SS bolts and nuts, ditto rivets - all can be purchased at places
like
Screwfix or Wentin Fasteners at about 1/10th Europa prices. Send for a
catalogue.
Similarly a set of 8 standard spark plugs from a good motor cycle
dealer are
no more than =A321 as oppose to something like =A310.50 EACH from
Europa.
Its like buying a computer printer very cheap and then being ripped off
for
the consumables.
Patrick
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