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OEM makes no sence

Post by timwilks13 » Wed Jan 08, 2014 3:21 pm

Im baffled by suzuki, bought a few elusive parts off them for next to nothing, popped in earlier to get some bolts and asked for a price for a pair of handbrake shoes, only do it as a kit with pads and cable etc.... £137....no thank you!
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Re: OEM makes no sence

Post by Jordi » Wed Jan 08, 2014 4:48 pm

Strange isn't it. I've had a bits and pieces at reasonable prices and other items are unbelievably priced.
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Re: OEM makes no sence

Post by ScottieJ » Wed Jan 08, 2014 4:51 pm

I think it's mostly the parts that are SJ specific that cost a lot, things like bolts, seals etc they use on loads of different models so the prices are good, the less common old parts seem to keep climbing in price.
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Re: OEM makes no sence

Post by timwilks13 » Wed Jan 08, 2014 4:56 pm

gave my local factors a ring straight afterwards and got a pair of shoes for £15, dunno if thats good but its a damn sight cheaper than Suzuki!
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