Best place to find metal online
Posted:
Wed May 07, 2014 12:51 pmby lstinthot
I am ready to order the 0.025" 4x12 6061 t6. I am plans building a sonex. I have been able to get most of my metal locally. So far the local guy is $300 greater than aircraft spruce.
Thanks,
MIke
Re: Best place to find metal online
Posted:
Wed May 07, 2014 1:17 pmby falvarez
I got all my 4x12 sheets from Aircraft Spruce...they rolled them for shipping which had no effect on the 025 sheet, but the 032 was a little wavy. Keep in mind that AS gives a discount if you order a lot of sheets...I think it's about 10% off if you order 6 or more.
The thing that I liked best about ordering from AS was if I placed my order by 4:00 pm, the sheets were at my door the next morning...but I live about 6 hours away from them, so it may take longer for you.
Re: Best place to find metal online
Posted:
Wed May 07, 2014 1:28 pmby lstinthot
That is the best quote so far. They are showing a 15% discount. Thanks. Will most likely order 14 sheets this afternoon.
Re: Best place to find metal online
Posted:
Wed May 07, 2014 2:54 pmby Bryan Cotton
I have bought from Yarde before in CT. A buddy bought his 6061 from them and had it shipped to NY.
https://www.yarde.com/
Re: Best place to find metal online
Posted:
Wed May 07, 2014 5:50 pmby Sonerai13
Other places to check and compare prices:
Airparts, Inc. (
www.airpartsinc.com)
Wicks Aircraft Supply (
www.wicksaircraft.com)
Re: Best place to find metal online
Posted:
Wed May 07, 2014 10:02 pmby lstinthot
Looks like Aircraftspurce is cheapest right now. Thank you for the replies.