Who is the cheapest sim parts supplier? [Archive]

teggerfitz

08-22-2009, 07:47 AM

Hey guys,
I know all the different suppliers sell different stuff but i would love to hear everyones opinions on who sells some good quality cheap parts as i am just starting to build my 737.

Some sites are expensive..is this due to better quality?

Anderson/SBSP

08-22-2009, 07:57 AM

In Brazil we have 2 shops.

www.brpanels.com.br and www.goldmedalsimparts.com, take a look.

In Spain www.opencockipts.com, this shop have better prices in Europe.

Jackpilot

08-22-2009, 11:36 AM

Here we go again!!!!!

Order one small panel from each and make your own decision based on what you get!
Do not rely on pictures nor comments!

This has been debated thousand times ...what Jo finds expensive is affordable for Bill, and what Ted rates as OK, qualitywise, is not good enough for Jo etc etc..

Rule of thumb: you get what you pay for!

Jackpilot

08-22-2009, 11:42 AM

One tip: order one radio panel from each of the vendors on your shortlist
This way you will be able to compare and build your radio stack at the same time...

David Withers

08-22-2009, 06:40 PM

We are the cheapest on the net for what we do.

Big call...but its true.

Send a blank email and we will send you a brochure.

here is an example of some of our gear.

teggerfitz

08-22-2009, 06:45 PM

David, The dv window Handle looks amazing! you forgot to add your email address so we can get a brochure but:-?

teggerfitz

08-22-2009, 06:46 PM

do you guys at flight facsimile have a website?

David Withers

08-22-2009, 06:56 PM

Thanks teggerfitz, much appreciated.

We do not have a web site....no real need since our brochure seems to be passed on from builder to builder and has all the info needed in it. Although i think a site will be forthcoming as there is just too much email traffic to answer as our business has grown dramatically in the last year. We only ever wanted to make a few small parts for friends..but orders sky-rocketed in the last year.

email for a brochure to flight-facsimile@hotmail.com

We make all kinds of parts at the cheapest price you will find on the net using the same materials and quality of other sites. (We have small overheads that allows us to do this).

dave

David Withers

08-22-2009, 06:58 PM

teggerfitz did you get the brochure?

teggerfitz

08-22-2009, 07:15 PM

David

do the d.u. panel air vents move?

the yoke handles are an amazing idea!!!!!

David Withers

08-22-2009, 07:19 PM

no, the air vents are fixed for the time being..sorry about that.

the yoke handles just make it easier for builders to make exact replicas of Boeing yokes for less cost. We are trying to cater for the builder that has a smaller budget and needs to make as much as he/she can at home themselves.

glad you got the brochure.

dave
http://sites.google.com/site/flightfacsimile/

flight-facsimile@hotmail.com

cliff707

08-23-2009, 04:46 AM

I have been using these guys for the past year and they have been fantastic!

Hi Dave,

I know it's best to email, but my shipping box arrived damaged and some parts are scratched. What should I do? Cliff

Steve A

08-23-2009, 04:57 AM

One tip: order one radio panel from each of the vendors on your shortlist
This way you will be able to compare and build your radio stack at the same time...

That is actually a very good tip for me, for when i start a proper pedestal. Its the little tips like this which stick in the mind of a newbie builder like myself.....Jack i have taken onboard quite a bit of advise from yourself. Thanks. How about a top 10 tips for cockpit beginers:p But please dont include the wiring diagram LOL ;)

David Withers

08-23-2009, 05:56 AM

Hi cliff,

No problem, use the usual return policy and things will be sorted from our end.

Just a few weeks to go on the shell/eyebrows and they will be packed for shipping.

dave
http://sites.google.com/site/flightfacsimile/

David Withers

08-23-2009, 06:04 AM

Guys...

Our brochure shows our knobs in white poly.

They are now available fully backlightable upon request!
Dave
http://sites.google.com/site/flightfacsimile/

cliff707

08-23-2009, 09:32 PM

Got my flight fax email last night david thankyou.

Pictures of the shell and eyebrows look amazing. cannot wait ubtil they hit my door.:D:D:D!!!

David Withers

08-24-2009, 07:37 AM

A few guys have pm'd for a brochure and not emailed..so here is quick overview for them.

Speed knob
Course knob
Mcp knobs
Efis knobs
Dual concentric knobs
Dummy lower mip air vent (very popular)
Overhead toggle
Cargo panel select knob
Standard Boeing knob large
Lower Mip panel knob
Landing gear arm
Display unit surround
Rudder trim knob
Radio volume select
Glare wings
Fuel crossfeed knob
DV window handle
Landing light knob

Available soon……
-Throttle Knob Set
-Steering Tiller handle
-Overhead Panel rack and piano hinge. (All Metal assembly)
-Pedestal box (All Metal Assembly)
-MCP box (All Metal Assembly)
-Side walls

Dave
http://sites.google.com/site/flightfacsimile/

flight-facsimile@hotmail.com

David Withers

08-27-2009, 07:31 AM

Oh, and here is the Flight-Facsimile web site:

http://sites.google.com/site/flightfacsimile/

wcraig

08-27-2009, 08:55 PM

Dave,

Got my second lot of parts that I ordered in yesterdays mail.

What can I say, they are of outstanding quality, as was the first order.
I am blown away with the product that you and your team are producing.

I can highly recommend these parts to any builder.
You will not be disappointed at all.

My third order has been emailed over to you already.

I have sent you a personal email with praise and thanks but wanted to let others know that you have a professional product being offered to us at an affordable price.

I look forward to doing more business with you.

Everyone, lets get behind people like Dave.
Show him the support, as he is showing us by offering quality components and parts at prices we can afford.

A very satisfied customer.
Best regards

Craig

David Withers

08-28-2009, 06:29 AM

Thank you craig,

Thats a really great rap coming from a guy who... funnily enough works for Boeing as a training instructor here in Australia.

Glad you enjoyed your last month in the simulator in Newcastle...lucky bugger....can you sneak me in your suitcase next trip?:)

Do you have any pictures you can post here on the site mate?

dave
F-F simparts
http://sites.google.com/site/flightfacsimile/

Steve A

08-28-2009, 12:51 PM

I emailed flight fax twice now oer the last few days with a enquiry over shipping for a number of parts but as yet i have had no reply. Although the brochure came back to me quite quickly. I hope you guys recieved it.

David Withers

08-28-2009, 07:22 PM

Got it Steve... many thanks,

Hold on tight, huge backlog of orders to get through guys, but we have everyones emails.

dave

boeingbuff

09-09-2009, 05:10 AM

Hey Dave

Many thanks for the WEMAC Eyeball they look great in my 737 sim!!! Cant wait for the DV Window handle. Keep me posted when you guys have new lines available, they are great quality and now I dont have to order from overseas.

Kev

David Withers

09-09-2009, 08:18 AM

No problem Kev, glad you like those pieces.

Many more items in the pipeline. Still a rather nasty backlog in the finished knob department btw.

But... unfinished components ready to go out the door.

Dave
Flight-Fax...Still the cheapest and best!
http://sites.google.com/site/flightfacsimile/

HondaCop

09-09-2009, 12:20 PM

David, did you get my emails/PMs about what we had talked about? If you are not interested, just let me know, so I can move on with other projects I have pending.

dnoize

09-17-2009, 12:55 PM

Now this is getting really annoying...this guy registered today and in less than 9 hours posted 41 messages to bring simaviatik under attention, now even hijacking threads from others like this one and the one from the revolution throttle.

one time he's an airline pilot and a happy customer, the next time he is a teammember of simaviatik, another time he is asking if anyone has heard about them.

You made your point....i consider this spam !

When i come online i want to see new interesting threads...thats what makes this site such a great place...
I dont want to see the same advertisement over and over and over...

Mods ??

Stef

Melnato

09-17-2009, 07:14 PM

Now this is getting really annoying...

Amen...;)

Nat

dvincent

09-17-2009, 07:32 PM

R.i.p. (Real Interesting Posts - you had another signification in mind, didn't you ?)

Matt Olieman

09-17-2009, 07:43 PM

dnoize

09-18-2009, 06:03 AM

thanks for fixing that matt.

It is a real company, although i can hardly believe they would spam this forum like this. Maybe new owner, new policy.

Stef

nax228

09-25-2009, 05:26 AM

Sendt you a mail the other day about some frames. Hope you take your time to answer some day ;) Guess you are busy after posting here

teggerfitz

09-27-2009, 10:47 PM

Anyone get any of the glare bumper sets in the mail yet?....i was wondering how they look. Photos look good on the site.

yeah nax228 sometimes they are pretty busy. They are a bit behind from what i hear because so cheap and popular.
T

cliff707

09-29-2009, 07:27 AM

I made my own, but i've seen the Flight fax ones.
I cant afford anything big at the moment though.:roll:

There was an open day a while back and barbecue at the shop and they had items on display.
We saw how they make their products, (although all the wives and kids were less than interested).
In fact my ball and chain was very bored bless her soul. It was very hot that day.

Never seen a real glare shield so i can't answer but they were perfectly finished if that helps.