A couple of years ago or so, there was a suggestion on here that the pins and clips for vented calipers were becoming scarce and difficult to source. I bet a few of you wished now you had acted on that bit of info, and being items that were known to need replacing during an Omegas service life, toddled off to their friendly VX dealer and bought a few sets. Its not as if they take up much room
. I did on that info, to be told that I had purchased the last ones the dealer could get (no, I'm not selling them.....sorry
).
'Gloating' apart though, being into my classic Triumphs, in the 80's, other Club members used to question why I used to buy NOS (New Old Stock) genuine parts when they were available at the right money, dispite not having any use for them at that time. They don't ask me the same question now when they ring me asking if I have what they need......
I realise it's long term, but if you intend keeping certain cars for as long as foreseeably possible, as I did then with my Triumphs and intend to do so as long as possible with my Omegas, then to me it makes sense to consider buying known smaller components that are likely to be needed (especially if hints are given as to their scarcity
) if you have the room.
I know we don't have a glass ball, but over the years, have bought a good selection of genuine VX Omega parts which, during my 17 years of Omega ownership, have previously required replacing more than once, a good number of which are ridiculously expensive now or unobtainable.
Even if they are never needed, because they were bought at the right money, being genuine parts, they can always be sold later if your interests change.
Just my thoughts......