cheap OEM parts

[Ldub]

Try Denso "iridium power" spark plugs, as good or better than stock & much le$$. IK16 is the part # & I found them for $11.99 ea. by googleing "denso iridium". Also, the local Auto Zone had them last time I checked.
Ldub

[zadam123]

since i have had my car since new and never had a problem i would really like to replace them with the OEM parts. espically the rotors and pads ( i have 100,000 miles on the front and there still the original rotors and pads )

adam

[mbeach]

eBay rotors from R1Concepts are VERY GOOD.

eBay rotors from LeCarAutomobiles are VERY BAD. I don't know why I expected quality from someone with "LeCar" in their name...

[creeg]

Anita told me that I should always use OEM parts- she especially mentioned brake pads, and the fact that the OEM pads last a LOT longer than any aftermarkets.

[Anita]

I have no problem finding other sources of quality parts.. as long as they are quality. As far as brake pads are concerned, I have 80K miles on my VX and the pads are still good with no sign to change them up yet. My Isuzu mechanic swears on the OEM pad longevity. Maybe west coast weather conditions make them last longer???

[Beavertractors]

NO tell me it is not so, ??Where is Merlin at St. charles Isuzu..I just bought parts from him a month ago with free shipping and a good discont,for being a member of this club??Ask for merlin when you call see if that helps.?? I bought oem pads $110 or so from him, great no dust.....Tony B

[Ldub]

You could try "Wentz Isuzu" (1-800-937-9368), they have always treated me right...though I haven't had any dealings w/ them for over a year (haven't needed any oem parts). They're in Bismarck ND.

Ldub

[VehiX]

Maybe west coast weather conditions make them last longer???

I believe this to be a true statement

The cold, wet, salty roads here in the winter will do a number on the underside of any vehicle!!!

[VCrossfan]

This is where I got my Denso's DENSO IRIDIUM IK 16 (5303)
Less than $10.00 a plug at my door...

[volume311]

My Isuzu mechanic swears on the OEM pad longevity. Maybe west coast weather conditions make them last longer???

I think it's the same on the east coast. I checked the pads on my Rodeo Sport now with +80k miles and I swear they are at the most 50% down compared to a new set of pads I ordered And in no way did I baby the truck on the brakes, more like severe abuse in that department. Even the drum shoes are pretty much good.