cheap OEM parts

[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

[rowhard]

I just ordered a fog light switch and dome light assy from St Charles on the 3/9/06 and they arrived yesterday. Didn't seem to be a issue ordering, and no mention of them not carrying isuzu parts, and it was from another parts guy, Merlin had gone home aleady.

[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...

[zadam123]

I guess i was wrong, they are still selling parts, I callled them about a month ago and some idiot told me they dont sell isuzu parts anymore but i just called and orderd what i needed

[Beavertractors]

Thats great..You got me all worried..I was thinking of doing the plug change this spring.Is there any other changeble parts?,other than belt ,pvc and hoses? Tony B

[rowhard]

there are some of our plugs on ebay, buy now for $48.20. Click on link in VCrossfan thread

[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.