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Is it ok to use non-dealer parts for a timing belt-water pump-tensioner repair? (Napa ect.)

Tiny
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I have an 06 Suzuki Reno, the timing belt broke at 60-70 mph. The dealer parts are twice the cost of Napa and other online outlets. Is it safe to go with non-dealer parts for this repair?
Monday, April 30th, 2012 AT 11:17 PM

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Tiny
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Sure. They last just as long and are cheaper.

Roy
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Monday, April 30th, 2012 AT 11:19 PM
Tiny
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Thanks! Any brand you would recommend? Or whatever the auto parts store suggests?
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Monday, April 30th, 2012 AT 11:22 PM
Tiny
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I prefer Gates belts
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Monday, April 30th, 2012 AT 11:24 PM
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Napa is good. Advanced auto, Carquest and all the others are good too.

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Monday, April 30th, 2012 AT 11:24 PM
Tiny
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I wonder why the repair shop is strongly discouraging getting my own parts instead of them ordering from the dealer? Thanks for your help!
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Monday, April 30th, 2012 AT 11:27 PM
Tiny
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They need to make money to stay in business. They also will stand behind the repair if they provide the parts. If you present the parts to a shop, you receive no warranty expressed or implied for the repair. That is, if the shop will install your parts.

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Monday, April 30th, 2012 AT 11:33 PM

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