Brake Kit ideas? rockauto options? arg!

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Ianmeister, Feb 17, 2020.

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  1. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Why wouldn't you just continue that thread?

    *Threads merged*
     
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    That's normal, no cause for alarm.

    Good move. It never occurs to me to buy anything but OEM. This is not something you do often; and not a big price difference.
     
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    Good move. It never occurs to me to buy anything but OEM. This is not something you do often; and not a big price difference.[/QUOTE]

    exactly! I’m tired of rolling the dice on crap parts to save $20.
     
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    exactly! I’m tired of rolling the dice on crap parts to save $20.[/QUOTE]
    I think you will find from many of us "seasoned" automotive do it at home people, that we have learned that cheap isn't always better. This is one reason that I will buy a new Toyota main battery instead of one of the "refurbished" one. I just don't want any chances.
     
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    There is nothing wrong with quality name brand aftermarket parts.
     
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    true, but only if you know which aftermarket parts are quality. My supposedly OEM Napa gold brake pads were complete shite. The Toyota ones are smooth and silent and cost $40.
     
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    Hello all, just giving an update. Still smooth quiet and buttery!
     
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