Small Engine Repair business

[LCB Small Engine repair]

Starting a small engine repair business and I have a few questions:

1. Where is the best place to buy parts Price/shipping speed

2. What are some common part numbers to keep in stock?

3. What is the best way to price used equipment?

Thank you in advance for the help.

 

[Vervepipes]

The best way I've used to price equipment is to look on classified pages and see what similar items are selling for, then I list for a little less to keep things moving fast. By doing this, I haven't had a mower listed for more than 48 hours and even get requests for return phone calls when I get more available to sell. I can't help on the part numbers right now, but what I see needing replacing the most are Briggs Quantum air filter housing gaskets, Briggs flathead diaphragms, Tecumseh primer bulbs and starter strings/handles. The handles I usually rob from basket cases and if I don't just replace the entire recoil assembly from a good used donor, I have a bulk legnth of string on hand. Those account for about 90% of all my repairs on mowers. As far as where to buy, there are 4 stores up here ( Wal Mart, Home Depot, Canadian Tire and Princess Auto) that each have either a better price or parts not available at other locations. Sometimes ordering online costs more than shopping around in stores because of the price of shipping, for example, a Tecumseh primer bulb, $3.50 in store, $3 on the internet but with $10 shipping.

 

[tom3]

I wonder if he's still in business after six years?