Edward Strauss wrote:

> Kruse > wrote:
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>>Julie P. wrote:
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>>>"Julie P." > wrote in message
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>>>>And yes, I realize their parts are cheaper, but sometimes I don't
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>>mind
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>>>>swapping out parts if it is an easy repair, like for alternators. I
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>>have
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>>>>started mostly buying quality parts now anyway, from NAPA usually.
>>>>
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>>>but for stuff like hoses and mufflers, I don't think it matters. And
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>>I have
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>>>had a radiator from AZ which has lasted three years so far with no
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>>leaks.
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>>>Why pay triple for the same part at the dealer?
>
>
>>There are a few people on this group who knock the chain stores because
>>it takes away business from their own "mom-and-pop" home business.
>>Remember too, that a lot of guys on this group give out advice even
>>though they never get their hands dirty.
>>Bottom line: If you see a name brand quality part at your discount
>>store, don't be afraid to buy it.
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>
>
> Yep, Some people seem to think that if they don't like it it's just
> no damn good. Buy what you like as often as you like. Autozone has
> a habit of being good on warranty issues as long as you can prove
> you bought the item. You should not have a problem with your brakes.

AutoZone is actually pretty good as far as chain stores go, but
honestly, I prefer to shop at the independent place because they have
better service. If I find I need, say, a wheel cylinder kit for an
older car I can usually order it in the AM and pick it up after lunch.
They're more helpful than the chains as well with looking up obscure
older applications, as quite honestly they have better counter help.
Plus they finally changed from stocking Fram filters to WIX so I buy all
my filters there now too. Just MHO FWIW.

nate

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