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going to put new front wheel cylinders on my 63.was just curious as to why the price difference,are their higher quality cylinders?corvette central has them for $34,napa for $54, and autozone has them for $22 for one and $28 for the other.any help on this would be appreciated, thanks
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Re: wheel cylinders
Scott-----
Very often there are quality differences in auto parts which are implied by differences in price. However, sometimes there are no differences in quality but there are differences, even large differences, in price. The trick is to find out which applies for any given situation. In this case, I'd ask the Auto Zone folks what brand wheel cylinders that they sell. If it's Bendix or Raybestos, you won't do any better. Other brands may be good, too. Ask them and report what you find.In Appreciation of John Hinckley -
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Scott,
Sometimes the difference in price is a function of domestic versus imported parts. I say this because of a recent experience when I had to replace the rear wheel cylinders on my '93 Chevy truck.
I went to Advance Auto to buy wheel cylinder rebuild kits. They could order the kits for approx. $10 each or they would sell me new Bendix wheel cylinders over the counter for $18 each.
I wanted to return my truck to service immediately so I chose the new Bendix. When they brought them out, I examined them and found they were made outside the USA. I was'nt happy but felt that I had no choice.
Point being, too many things come from outside the US these days, even name brands. If I were you and the wheel cylinders are the originals, I would be tempted to rebuild or SS sleeve them. If they are replacements, I would follow Joe's advice.
Best regards,
GeneComment
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Re: wheel cylinders
Gene-----
A lot of parts these days, including those used in PRODUCTION of new cars, are foreign-sourced. I wouldn't be too concerned about using them as long as they are supplied under a major brand name like Bendix or Raybestos. A lot of brake parts for older (and, even, newer) cars are made in Canada, Mexico, or Brazil.
Keep in mind that the 6 speed transmission used in all C5s for the last several years is made in Mexico. The brakes and torque tube are made in Australia. The stereo is made in Mexico. The engine is made in Canada.
Also, all Gen I small blocks and major component parts (the type used in all 55-96 Corvettes) are currently made in Mexico and have been since the demise of the Flint V-8 engine plant. This includes all "ZZ" series crate small blocks and most major component SERVICE parts for earlier engines still available from GM.In Appreciation of John HinckleyComment
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