mydecember1985

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So I've seen some members talk about mostly exhaust components and such from 1A Auto being good replacements. Anyone ever buy other stuff from them?

I'm looking at a pair of control arms for only $92 shipped
https://www.1aauto.com/control-arm-w...=351585&y=2000

I mean this is disgustingly cheap for a set of 6 coils:
https://www.1aauto.com/2000-infiniti...=359842&y=2000

A PAIR of tie rods for $35? It's usually that much for just ONE!
https://www.1aauto.com/tie-rod/i/1as...=524085&y=2000


So this makes me think "too good to be true". Anyone have experience? Is this lowest-bidder China JUNK?

So what if a muffler dies after 5 years, but I don't want cheap parts holding my front wheels on.

Thanks

Theslaking

I've bought wheel hubs and tbe like for my work trucks frome them. I have never had an issue. Lots of window motors, pumps, and such. For the pricing I have always een satisfied.

mydecember1985

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Thanks for the feedback. I saw a camaro forum user complain a hub failed after less than a month.

Anyone else?

jackman

Have you asked them where the parts are made or compared the prices with name brand parts anywhere else? Seriously, why would you buy no-name parts for a critical area like front suspension? I just bought a pair of Moog ES3438 outer tie rod ends from Rock Auto. They cost $40 for the pair (only $5 more than the ones you show), and they have zerk fittings and they're made in USA.

tcaughey

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They are okay for the price, especially for daily driving. My brother bought a front end control arm and shock bushing replacement kit for his 07 Acura TL Type S (you press out the old bushing and press in the new ones). He drives his car pretty hard though. His only issue is the lower shock mount bushing on the control arms are shot and need replaced again (1 year, approx 10k miles). The other bushings he replaced are still okay I believe. I assume the entire control arm replacement comes with the same individual bushings you can purchase separately. The stuff is cheap enough to try out I suppose, I personally would save up a little more money for some better quality stuff to prevent having to the same job next year.

Mike Jenne

I've had good luck with their stuff. Biggest purchase was a pair of Timken wheel bearing & hub assemblies. I've purchased lots of little stuff for both my Maxima and other vehicles and always felt good about the transaction.

MJ

MaximaNoob1

1A Auto seemed to be much more expensive than say RockAuto. I know they sell some stuff cheaper, but based on what I've seen they are bit more pricey. My brother bought new headlights from them for his G35 and it shipped quickly and they look great.