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Old 01-06-2011, 08:58 AM
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I know of a few within a hours drive but want to see if there are any I am missing within 2 hours or so. I am looking to make a few trips with my kids to see what goes in to maintaining some of these classics. I am aware of Brandywine autoparts in MD ( have not been in over 20 Years ) as well as one
south of me near Woodbridge ( Banks ) again have not been in many years but need to start.
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Old 01-06-2011, 09:35 AM
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on U.S. 1 about 5 miles. Used to be a Banks, don't remember new name. Cost $1.00 to get in, has a published price list for parts. You pull.

Good place and has a few mid-80s Benz.
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Old 01-06-2011, 09:54 AM
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Rocky Raccoon, Thanks that is one of those I mentioned. I used to get parts there for my Olds Toronado Diesel, 67 Chevelle SS etc. I have not been there in years but may go in the coming weeks.
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Old 01-06-2011, 11:30 AM
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Look up Crazy Ray's, it is a good PNP in your area with several locations.
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Not the same

I think the Banks you are referring to is North of Frederickburg (near Stafford). Their second location was South of Fredericksburg. As I recall, Banks is out of business having been caught stripping stolen cars.

I believe both are still there under new management and the name "Pick A Part".
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Old 01-06-2011, 08:42 PM
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Your right, I remember reading about that. A lot of old timers like me will always refer it as Banks but you know. I worked at National Airport for many years and have nothing against President Reagan ( I voted for him ) but it is Washington
National Airport just like BWI is BWI. I never saw the need to rename something already named.

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