Tractor Supply not carrying parts in store?

[MilGunsmith]

I stopped in at two different Tractor Supply stores this weekend looking for some basic parts that here always on the shelf. The tractor parts area in both stores were stripped down to almost nothing and there is a catalog hanging there with a notice saying parts need to be ordered. If I have to order parts, I will go online and get a better deal. The stuff on the shelf was for convenience when something broke and a job need to get done. Have others seen the same thing in their local stores?

[ajhbike]

It seems they run out and then say "Oh, we are out....I better order some" and it takes 1-2 weeks to get restock.

[Ken (48 Cub)]

Yes it's sad...they need to remove the word "Tractor" from their name and replace it with "Pet".

[ScottyD'sdad]

I call them "Girly Supply". You can find supplies for your horsey, or chickies, but not for your tractor!

Ed

[inairam]

I feel the same about NAPA anymore. Just closed last machine shop in a NAPA store in my area.

[Don McCombs]

My local NAPA just converted to CarQuest. These retail outlets are forcing me into becoming more of an online shopper than I already am.

[ScottyD'sdad]

My local NAPA just converted to CarQuest. These retail outlets are forcing me into becoming more of an online shopper than I already am.

Then, they complain that we buy stuff online, not from them.
Ed

[TallCoolOne58]

Sign of the times. Retail=corporate=investors. Shelf space is expensive. Investors and shareholders want a return on their investment. A 4 foot section of shelf space will be occupied by something that 'turns over' 4 times a month, versus once or twice a year. It's all about the Benjamin$. There it is.

[Super A]

Tractor Supply is a fairly new thing in eastern NC. We are long-accustomed to having to go to the dealer or a really good NAPA or CarQuest to actually buy tractor parts, most of what they stock has been impressive except it's pretty POS N series Ford-heavy. That said the stores around here IMO are pretty good. They all seem to have a good inventory of fencing supplies, fairly nice selection of tools, feed, and even a few small implements (box blades and stuff.) Their supply of generic-length hydraulic hoses, fittings, PTO parts, etc. has been pretty good too. Last spring they were the first place to have cabbage, broccoli, etc. plants for the garden. There's also plenty of "pretty" stuff to keep my wife busy when I have to go there. They had the best deal around on the last couple 6v batteries I've needed, and they seem to be good quality so far. They also are supporters of FFA on the national, state, and local level which I appreciate.

Al

[Super A]

My local NAPA just converted to CarQuest. These retail outlets are forcing me into becoming more of an online shopper than I already am.

My local CarQuest did just the opposite a couple years ago. They don't have near the amount of tractor stuff on hand as they did when they were CarQuest but they can get most anything I need, and usually in a day's time if I need it.

Al

[John *.?-!.* cub owner]

TSC may be changing parts suppliers. They did the same thing with oil filters a while back.

[Barnyard]

If you guys ever get a Rural King you'll wonder why Tractor Supply is even in business.

[john2189]

My local tso was a farm and fleet. It was good then

[MilGunsmith]

The two I went to are both in rural farm communities. One is actually surrounded by a farm. So if they are changing things they stock to suit the shoppers, I think they didn't look around them.

[tnestell]

My local NAPA just converted to CarQuest. These retail outlets are forcing me into becoming more of an online shopper than I already am.

CarQuest is now part of Advanced Auto. Not the same as the CarQuest I used to love. NAPA is now my choice. But, I have one close.