[R-390] Surplus/Boatanchor haunts sought....

[Jerry Kincade]

Yep, OEM Surplus is a heck of a place. I visit it every time I'm in Colo
Springs, always leave with something I can't live without. You should plan
on spending some time in there, it's a huge (I mean HUGE) repository of
surplus electronic parts, equipment, and tubes, amazingly well organized.
Highly recommended for a visit. Good deals on parts and pieces, not so good
on used/surplus test equipment - IMHO prices are pretty high on TEK and HP
plug-in modules, etc. They do have a heck of a selection, though. Complete
boatanchors are about non-existent, but if you need parts and pieces it's
the place to go. As of my visit last year he had about doubled his floor
space, so it's still growing.
73, Jerry W5KP

----- Original Message -----
From: "Norman Ryan" <nryan@intrex.net>
To: <tbigelow@pop.state.vt.us>
Cc: <R-390@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Thursday, April 25, 2002 11:15 AM
Subject: Re: [R-390] Surplus/Boatanchor haunts sought....


> Hello, Boomer,
>
> A few years ago I shopped at OEM Surplus in Colorado Springs, CO.
> Interesting store laid out much like a small supermarket or drug store--
> well lit, clean, and aisles of neatly stocked shelves.  There are small
> parts instead of Chef Boyardee and electronic components instead of
> Preparation H.
>
> The top shelves are reserved for the owner's (Dick Peacock) extensive
> boat anchor collection.  Lots of gear to crane your neck at, but none of
> it for sale.
>
> Here are directions taken from this website:
> <http://www.repairfaq.org/ELE/F_surplus_us2.html#SURPLUSUS_013>
>
> "Take the Fillmore exit from I-25, head east approximately 2 to 3 miles,
> Turn north on Hancock Ave, and go about 1/2 a block.  Located on the
> right in the Venetian Village shopping center."
>
> OEM Parts
> 3025 N. Hancock Ave
> Colorado Springs, CO 80907
> Tel: (719) 635-0771
> Owner: Mr. Dick Peacock
>
> Since it's been a while, it's best to call ahead to verify store hours
> or whether the business exists any longer.  Share your experiences when
> you get back home.  Happy hunting!
>
> 73...
> Norman, KG4SWM
>
>
> Todd Bigelow - PS wrote:
> >
> > Hello to all -
> >
> > Duty is taking me briefly to the Boulder/Denver Colorado area, so I
> > thought I'd ask around to see if anyone knows of places to visit.
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