new install bay

Hey guys, got a somewhat of a strange request. I will be starting up an install bay soon, dealing with r/s, alarms, stereos and some performance stuff, and I'm trying to get a list of supplies I will need, like connectors, resistor an so on, I was woundering if you guys had any suggestions on must haves for a shop...thank you in advance

Doesn't the shop provide all the connections and supplies? I have never heard of a shop that doesn't provide these basic supplies, tools are of course a different story.

In no particular order of importance: 1) A parts supplier. Staub, DLC, Importel are just a few (we deal with both Staub and Importel... both excellent) 2) From these suppliers:      - Dash kits- solid selection of domestics, smattering of imports, depends on your market      - Wire harnesses for above      - Relays, harnesses, connectors, screws, and other sundry items that can add up to far more than you can imagine      - Bulk wire in 4, 8, 10, and 18ga      - Bulk speaker wire 3) Insurance! 4) Beer fridge.... 5) If you are in Ontario... MECP or a mechanics license if you want to do starters 6) Insurance! 7) If you have been at this for a while, you should know what you require for connectors..... leave the Scotch Loks and T-Taps at the factory... they are happier there.... 8) Some good operating capitol in the bank.... 9) Insurance! This should get you on your way...... Gus Wherever I go, that is where I end up......

Oh, hot glue. Its not really broken until you've tried hot glue!

where in canada are you looking to start this install bay?Tri County KustomZ

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thanks guys, it will be in nova scotia

right on...you mind if i ask what part of NS, i've got a shop here in yarmouthTri County KustomZ

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We've got a shop in sunny Sidney...... I believe Sunnyvale Trailer Park is in NS somewhere, Isn't it? Gus Wherever I go, that is where I end up......

This shop is an existing repair shop, but the owner is expanding and will be hiring me to run a new install bay and performance section of it...it is located just outside of Halifax on St Margaret's Bay rd. The info I requested was just for me I want to make sure we have everything before we get started...I expect it to be quite busy...will also be doing custom exhaust systems, wheels and tires possibly engine performance such as forced induction. So on