 Irun Manwhat obstacle?Premium
join:2002-10-18
Walden, NY | reply to Xstar_Lumini
Re: What A Rip-Off....$267 For Gas Tank Filler Neck? I just got a charcoal canister for an '05 Avalon... $334 dealer list. I didn't care since my used car warranty covered the repair.
Many Toyota stores sell OEM parts online for at least 20% off list, sometimes even better.
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said by Mentat:What kind of vehicle do you have? not sure if that is directed at me or not, but if it is its a 97 ford crown victoria.
all the belts i find dosent have the correct "bracket" attatched or the sensor for the belt warning (which you cant turn off since its built in to the light control module) |
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 MentatPicard Is A CommunistPremium
join:2001-02-25
Sugar Land, TX | Have you had the dealer look up the part that you need? If so, they should also be able to tell you exactly which year and model the part is applicable to.
You could be looking for a very specific part with a narrow usage.
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 rstrandbHowl at the moonPremium
join:2003-04-17
Albany, GA | reply to banditws6
said by banditws6:I have heard certain Toyota parts are mad expensive too, especially on the late models. They have to finance all the recalls. 
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said by Mentat:For a part as integral as a seat belt, why would you even want a used or aftermarket one? A brand new, unused seat belt is worth whatever its price IMO. The only thing it does is protect your life, so why cut corners? Does it really make a difference if the original expensive seat belt with a capacity of 4,000 lb pull resistance is replaced with an aftermarket seat belt with a capacity of 2,800 lb pull? You only weigh about 200 lbs anyways. |
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MentatPicard Is A CommunistPremium
join:2001-02-25
Sugar Land, TX
1 edit | Yes, having a part made to manufacturer specs as opposed to one not made to manufacturer specs makes a difference to me.
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said by Xstar_Lumini:Does it really make a difference if the original expensive seat belt with a capacity of 4,000 lb pull resistance is replaced with an aftermarket seat belt with a capacity of 2,800 lb pull? You only weigh about 200 lbs anyways. I'm glad you don't engineer any of the cars I drive in!
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Did you know that in a 40mph crash, an infant exerts about 3800lbs of inertial force against its restraints when the vehicle suddenly stops? You bet those seatbelts need to be able to handle inertial forces dozens of times your body weight in a crash. |
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fixrmanPremium
join:2003-02-10
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Your price obstacle is due to Canadian import duties and transportation costs, more likely than not. Years ago when I was involved in Allied Material Handling, I was amazed at the differences between U.S. and Canadian list prices. Don't blame the dealer, they pay more too.  |
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 93388818It's cool, I'm takin it backPremium
join:2000-03-14
Dallas, TX | reply to Xstar_Lumini
Re: What A Rip-Off....$267 For Gas Tank Filler Neck? The 2011 models are out. You vehicle is 14 years old. Why would you go to the dealership for anything? |
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 H2OuUp2Happy to be herePremium
join:2002-03-15
Oklahoma City, OK | reply to Xstar_Lumini
Check your seatbelt warranty. Some cover it for life, others far more than the original warranty.
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