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Car Repair – Comparing 4 Replacement Parts Options by Anna Woodward
Labor isn’t necessarily the most expensive aspect of car repair. Buying and finding the right components for a reasonable price can be a challenge, especially for a few particular makes and models of vehicles. There are four main types of parts that can be purchased on the market, and understanding the differences and where to get these components can help drivers save hundreds on car repair.
OEM
The acronym stands for original equipment manufacturer, and basically means a part that is made and distributed by the company that creates the components for your vehicle make and model. When you visit the dealership for car repair, this is most likely the type of part you will receive. Although some auto shops will carry or be able to order them as well. Some people feel safer using new OEM. However, the price you pay will likely be higher than if you were to choose another category of parts.
Aftermarket
These types of parts sometimes get a bad reputation because they are not made by the original manufacturer. Various companies working independently of vehicle makers produce aftermarket components. It would be like buying a non-brand name version of household products. It looks and acts nearly identical, but doesn’t have the big name backing it up. Fortunately, aftermarket producers are subject to strict government standards, so choosing legally approved parts won’t void any warranty on your vehicle by the manufacturer. The prices are cheaper and most people can’t discern any differences in performance or quality.
Rebuilt
You don’t buy a new vehicle every time you need a tune up, so why buy a whole new component? More expensive equipment such as transmissions, alternators, master cylinders, and fuel injectors can be patched up and rendered as good or even better than new aftermarket and OEM alternatives. They run anywhere from 20% to 50% less expensive. Some mechanics refer to them as “remanufactured” rather than rebuilt. Builders can produce very high quality parts, and this will be reflected in the price. Others may only fix obvious defects rather than improving the functioning of the entire system. These can be good deals if you find a skilled and reliable rebuilder.
Used
For those on a tight budget or who have exotic or rare vehicles, hunting through salvaged autos or picking up used parts from the internet or newspaper is your easiest bet. Choosing salvaged components carries a greater inherent risk in some cases. The upside is that you can find what could be considered a used OEM that is still functioning and in good order. But you may also need to search with patience, which may mean keeping your vehicle in the garage for several days, weeks, or even months before you find what you’re looking for. Another disadvantage is the element of surprise. You don’t really know what you’re getting. The previous owner may have treated the vehicle very poorly, and you’ll be stuck with a part that sputters out in a matter of miles.
About the Author
For car repair Beaumont drivers loathe the idea of going somewhere other than the shop they trust. To take your car to dependable mechanics, you have to go to http://www.meineke-goldentriangle.com/.
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