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jajadub Thanks, I've been told that dealer parts are more expensive
Not always.
Getting the
right part on the
first try ,
AND having it last as long as the original is definitely worthwhile to some people.
Others just don't see it that way.
Do your own research, and I don't mean ask other people about prices.
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jajadub Thanks, I've been told that dealer parts are more expensive
EXAMPLE: Rear hub and bearing for a 99 Civic,
NAPA has
10 different choices ranging anywhere from 43.20 to197.10, and the highest price part also says "IMPORTANT INFO: NTN Brand - NTN is an OEM Manufacturer"
But you can get the factory part much cheaper than that.
On the majectic site linked above:
$165.73 for EX with ABS or 117.97 for DX without ABS.
Both are NTN brand.
Simple, no question about the quality. Definitely not counterfeit. Only one option to choose from when you pick out the correct vehicle on the build page, or enter your VIN to get it correct.
Autozone, 7 choices, $27.99-106.99,
none are the OEM brand (NTN).
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jajadub Thanks, I've been told that dealer parts are more expensive
04 Civic, Majestics price: $79.57(DX w/o ABS) or 93.16 (EX w/ABS)
NAPA $45 at the low end, and if you want their OEM brand - NTN version you will pay (GASP) 147.60 (w/o ABS) or $215.10 (w/ABS)
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and some after market manufacturers are just as good.
Depends.
How much time and money do you have to experiment with? Try a few cheapo parts and see what happens.
If you want quality and name brand, quite often you will be paying pretty close to factory part prices.
Counterfeit name brands may be commonplace at cheapo parts places.
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If you think that's my only option then, thanks!
There are always options.
I certainly can't afford to install cheap parts for my customers.
