replacement parts

[archebald23]

Do you guys think its better to get replacement car parts from your dealership or from auto parts stores. My dealership is quoting me unbelievably high for an exhaust.

 

[ujoint]

What kind of exhaust? What rig?

 

[Rozzi]

I wouldn't be going to a dealer for exhaust unless your vehicle is considered a specialty rig/exotic. Just my opinion.

 

[dsw4x4]

We need more details but I never go to a dealer except for warrenty work on the rare occasion I own something that new. Either have a custom exhaust shop do it for you or go to e-bay, e-bay has true 4 inch exhaust system from the turbo back for my 2000 7.3 psd for 400 dollars that is hard to beat.
Derek

 

[wanderer-rrorc]

unless its something that napa/o-rilyes/advanced/auto-zone cant get...I NEVER goto the dealer...

Ive even orderd stuff online from advanced to keep from getting ravaged at the dealership....:coffeedrink:

 

[arz]

Ford dealer had the best price on the heater resistor for my 03 E350. Next closest was almost double at Autozone. Local napa couldn't even find it in their book.

 

[Sportsman Matt]

Only time I go to the dealer is for the free oil changes and for specialty repairs, like when I needed the computer reprogrammed for the new tire diameter when I upsized the tires on my truck. As for the exhaust, unless it's a special type of exhaust, just hit Autozone, NAPA, CAP, etc.

FYI I was quoted $302.71 to replace the U-joints on the driveshaft of my 2WD truck by the GM dealer. Autozone and 1/2 hour of my time, $25.71

Also Same dealer, quote for replacing the brake pads on the same truck with 4 wheel discs, $762.85. Autozone and 1 hour of my time, $126.93

If you can do it yourself, save the cash. If not get prices, as the local garage will probably be cheaper than a dealership any day.