Never Buy These Aftermarket Car Parts
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- Car parts. Never Buy These Aftermarket Car Parts, DIY and car repair with Scotty Kilmer. Aftermarket parts vs OEM parts, which is better? Where to buy car parts. Buying car parts online. Buying car parts from ebay. Buying car parts from Amazon. Is it best to buy car parts from a local auto store or online? Auto parts near me. Car parts explained and where to buy them. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 51 years.
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Scotty have quick question i have 1988 Monte Carlo SS, cant get my car to go over 60mph and very slow acceleration. engine rpm goes full throttle at times also boggs down but wont speed up sounds like engine isnt breathing at times almost dies in reverse but not drive
Good video on CEM parts!
Totally inspired by this guy, he makes me want to be the best mechanic i can be. Its hard to find honest car guys these days, glad to see he is one of them.
Great video!! Looking for a cooling solution for my 96 cherokee 4.0, aftermarket radiator it is!
Scotty tells like it is!
I bought and changed my own side miror for like $40. The dealer ship wanted 300-400. I love youtube DIY car repair videos.
I think you meant Stealership
Scotty, I believe your cat is trying to steal your Toyota. Beware of the crafty felines.
The cat is actually Scotty's unpaid intern. Somebody needs to carry on the Kilmer legacy.
Is that a "cat" burglar?
If that cat trusts Scott so can we .
I can haz Toyota?
LOL! That cat needs to find his couch pillow.
One professional to another, I just came across one of your videos and loved their content. I'm retired now after 49 years as a technician only doing small light repairs for friends and neighbors. The information you give to the public is priceless in the truth of things. It is very hard to get a truthful answer in any service related repairs.
Ive had over 60 cars of my own and SCOTTY amazes me evertime with his sincerety for his viewers.
Thanks scotty u da man.
What do you steal cars?
Just replaced my dead fuel pump with aftermarket on my Lincoln Towncar 2 weeks ago.
First thing Scotty mentions : Fuel pump
I’m screwed 😂
Keep your fingers crossed
My dad replaced the fuel pump in his 2004 Ram 1500 Hemi 5.7 with a aftermarket one and it died in like 3 years :/
GM wanted $842 (Plus taxes) For my van fuel pump. I put in an aftermarket one, which was still working when I sold the van 5 yrs later.
@@drewthompson7457 Not saying all of them are bad. I'm sure their not but alot tend to be hit or miss.
I've seen pumps for the GMC truck I owned selling from 39$ to 300$ ...I did find a company that had one for $139 plus shipping. Do your research...
Your Town Car pump might be ok. Depending on year and manufacturer. If you just went with the cheapest, least expensive ....well.
I like how Scotty jumps when he tries to emphasize a point lol 🤣
I like when he laughs he has the pics of the animals laughing
@@davidadams6992 I'm not sure if he's watching the edited and published version of his videos lol. Maybe he just gives the tapes to neighbors 15 years old kid to edit
Love your channel, Scotty! I've got a 2005 Civic EX, and have been doing all of the work on it myself without a whole lot of prior knowledge. I'm about to replace the much of the front and rear suspension with new parts (coilovers, bushings, ball joints, end links, rack ends, etc). Took the last 6 months or so buying the needed tools and parts so I can do this kind of work myself, and it really feels good to have the tools I need for the job and be able to get the work done for a fraction of the price that I'd pay someone else to do it.
As usual, you are right on target Scotty. But here is what you missed.... When you go to the dealer for a repair, they don't always use the OEM part you expect them to use. Most of the time they order the part from the local Auto Parts store as you would, but they charge you the OEM list price for that part. I have seen this happen a lot of times when the local parts delivery truck comes into their lot. You don't get what you pay for, there is no way you can be assured you are getting OEM parts unless you are standing right there with the mechanic when he opens the OEM box and displays the part for you. Been there and have seen it happen!
True
Part of their business scam
Yeah I deliver parts to Lexus for NAPA and I own a 2013 RX Lexus that needs new cv axles fwd and they said 3000 just for the axles not labor . I said shame. And hung up
Who goes to the dealership for repairs?
What aftermarket company do u use
I tried mimicking Scotty's hand gestures while watching, my arms got tired after a couple minutes. I don't know how he does it. Love ya Scotty! # Oldmanstrength. 😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂
Watch at 2 times speed, he looks like a conductor
A ton of different takes. That's the only humanly possible way.😅
It's a bad sign. Old communication technique used mostly by politicians and those who rule the world. It's a brainwashing method. One particular tribe of people always use the hand gestures when they talk, those people have put themselves in charge of everything. I don't trust this bastard.
Some O.E.M. prices are beyond ridiculous. Having worked as a PM in the Automotive aftermarket, I know firsthand the games each play with pricing.
I just don't understand why their prices are so high.
@@doodletechnologies3189 I think a lot of them don't want to be in the business of supplying parts for vehicles not in production. I've heard people argue about whether or not there really is a law saying they have to supply parts for some length of time, but I can imagine them pricing them really high to discourage people, yet be compliant with the law.
I can't believe the FWD axles Honda sells (600+ dollars each) are 6x better than those I see for around 100.
@@doodletechnologies3189 I'm assuming it's a mixture of people who only will buy oem as well as insurance that has to buy oem. They charge it cause they can and really it's simple price gouging.
my question is how many of those OEM parts made in the same factory as the after market parts. Seems to me there is probably only so many companies actually building alternators for example.
David Kearns Well, they could use different tolerances and specifications to get a cheaper price even if it’s the exact same factory, but with that being said a lot of parts have to pass certain standards and safety minimums, so it’s probably very similar if not the same.
Scotty, I absolutely love your videos and can’t wait until the next one comes out. They are so informative and helpful. Keep up the good work my friend.
WOW man, you make some really really good logical points about part manufacturing that is probably going to save me thousands over my lifetime. Thank you so very much Scotty! I just watched another one of yours about the quality of different fluids and how you can check the label for the rating it is tested to and not think about the price as what determines its quality. actually I've been watching your videos for more than a year and they are always informative and I can't thank you enough.
I can’t keep up with Scotty’s videos 😩 how he does it it’s beyond me, u have crazy energy Scotty 😀
David Findle 🤣🤣🤣
There are two Scotty s, ONE that you can see AND the 4in the morning vidio recording Scotty? :-)
Admire the man is a dooer!!
In addition to your humorous videos, I love the “Live Free or Die” plaque and that scene stealing cat! Lol.
Cat is gone. He made it vanish.
Excellent videos!! I can't stop watching... Your experience is a great asset... Thanks for posting these and can't wait to watch more..
Thanks for the tip Scotty !! Cheers from Bolton Ontario Canada !!
Your images on the background make me laugh everytime, I appreciate your sense of humour with your informative videos. Keep it up Scotty!
Yeah when he says something "thick" like heavy oil..his pic of a THICK BLACK WOMAN IS PERFECT!!💙
That's gotta be somebody else doing that - maybe a son or his wife or somethin... lol
He outdid himself on this one! 👌
And he does in fact do it himself, apparently. 👏
That pic of the "Local Supplier" @ 6:55, had me rollin' 🤣
I normally use after market parts but i read reviews and compare 5 or 6 different ones before making a choice
Thanks Scotty, you're passed along knowledge has saved me hundreds of dollars over the years. You are great
Thank you for reassuring my replacement car part choices. Keep up the awesome work Scotty! You are the best!
I can remmeber when my brother was rebuilding his old civic engine, the OEM rings where $600 where the aftermarket ones where $150. They where the same rings, made in the same place. Just one had Honda stamped on the cardboard packaging!
Late 90s Corolla door handles, inside and outside, always broke for me. Even the aftermarkets broke but they were cheaper to replace. LOL
little tiny $2 vice grips work good - seen a few folks use these and just leave 'em on there.
I go to u pull our parts
probably the same company that makes the camry door handles, every outside one on my car is broken. I can still open them but its a PITA. Decent theft deterrent but the fact that its a 98 Camry should be enough of a deterrent anyway.
I had '98 fixed permanently when a Grand Prix cut in front of me. LOL I have a 2005 now, a better built car I think. My girlfriends '99 got fixed by trading it in.
Thanks for the tips and common sense Scotty. Your videos have helped me fix problems or avoid costly mistakes on my car repairs. I’m now a subscriber and look forward to more of your knowledge and off beat humor...
I think you’re on of the best mechanics I’ve watched! Cheers, Ralph.
No better way to start the day than watching a new vid from Scotty!
End of the day for my country 😂
Looks like Scotty starts his day with scotch!
Bmw wanted 800+ for a cooling fan for a 1999 E46 i thought they were joking but no. So i went to the junkyard and bought one for 50.
Junkyard says it all for a BMW.
That's True Scotty... My cousin is a licensed mechanic... Back in 2013 I had a job riding on me getting transportation... I knew to get a 3800 engine because I was low on cash & I know those engines run forever as long as you take pretty good care of them. By the Grace of God, one of my old student's dad knew someone who was selling an '03 Impala for $2500... The only. It was a private seller. He was driving an Impala & had a 3rd on sitting in his yard. The only thing wrong was the tie rod & struts because he said he hit a guard rail from almost falling asleep at the wheel. My cousin test drove it & said, "If you don't get this car, you're crazy!" He said that because he knows how OCD I am. He was focused on how it ran. I got the car. The first thing we did was go to the salvage yard. He found two practically brand new struts with the original tags still on there... I only paid $50. It's also true about OEM vs aftermarket... Back home I would always go to this one parts place because they would always price point & tell me the risk of the OEM vs. the aftermarket. I needed a fuel pump for my '03 Impala & they told me to buy the OEM. They close at 5:30 pm on weekdays, 2 pm on Saturday, & closed on Sunday... But I loved how knowledgeable they are. They are always cheaper than Auto Zone & these other places. If they don't have it, they will order it for me! 😊
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Oh wow. Look at that, a BMW needed a radiator replacement. BMWs need radiator replacements almost as often as they need oil changes.
My '03 X5 still has it's original radiator.
My 06 3 Series has 290,000 miles. Reliability is excellent. My BMW is Made in Germany.
Avoid BMW's built in South Carolina.
LOL
did you know you should put a racing safty locking wire nut on a bmw or any car so the oil pump nut does,nt come off while your driving
Behr brand is the best aftermarket radiator for bmws
The more technology advances... The more I want to refurbish a 1970s vw beetle for my daily driver!
Good news....you won’t need an aftermarket radiator.
There is a huge aftermarket for old VW's. They are relatively inexpensive to build. Join a club and ask about the best and worst aftermarket parts.
I miss my '67 beetle. :( it was an awesome car!! I changed the intake manifold and installed a dual port carb. The thing worked great and had Great pickup! Loved that pinging sound of the exhaust!
I drive a 74 MGB for 6-8 months out to the year. There is nothing I wouldn't tackle for repairs. And parts are cheap. Just have to plan for purchase on the internet.
karl28560 100%!!!!! Restore !!!
As always, Thanks a lot, Scotty!
P.S.: You're insert photos are brilliant!
Scotty I love your videos they're incredibly helpful and increase the chances of me successfully fixing my car or not getting scammed by certain big chain mechanics. Keep up the great work.
Scotty you're the best. Digging the truck pic with the plywood and 2×4 front end. Spatula rearview mirror. LMAO 😂🤣 Hulk, door knob for a house, and a window unit AC.😂😆
I agree the radiator aftermarket are great and I have had zero issues! Same with the headlights. Great video
3:24 Talking about fuel pumps and shows a breast pump. LOL
Michael Cowan trump 2020
breast pump lolololol
🤣
titty fuel for the soul
I was just gonna say this. LOL
Nothing like a rainy sunday gives me time to watch scotty vid's keep um coming Scotty
Love how you modernized your older cars to have some of the features in cars today!
Brent Isidro I changed my points to electric and it took me about 5 minutes... I’m not a mechanic and know very little about cars
Sometimes I have to rewind and listen again because the pics you put in the corner of the screen having me laughing and I miss what you said.
Me too ✌️
@Sandy Lee 🤣🤣🤣
Hi Scotty. I came across your channel several months ago and just LOVE it!! Being an old shade tree mechanic myself I thought I knew pretty much all about the basics of car maintenance. Wow was I wrong. You have given me even more knowledge than I could dream of getting on my own! I also love the way you tell it like it is. I would like more information about the variable output head lamps you spoke of. What make and where I can get them. Thanks again and keep up the good work!!
Found the information on the lights in your description! Probably should have looked there first...Duh. Thanks again!!
You always have good info and great insight. Thanks for sharing your experiences and knowledge of 50plus years. Been a fan of your page for couple years now.
Great insight Scotty. I try to use the same logic. And see the pros and cons of any oem or aftermarket part I need. Unfortunately, where I live I don't always have the possibility of buying parts locally.
Some people are good with junk quality. Over time you spend more when you dont buy quality. Its the same mindset as those who are rent-a-center or money tree payday loan regulars. In a pinch, you gota do what you gota do. But living life with the aspect of driving on the spare vs using the spare as a very temporary emergency ALWAYS costs far more down the road.
My neighbor buys used tires. He has to, because he takes corners on 2 wheels all the time. He’s lucky if he gets 2 months out of a tire. Sometimes you have to buy cheap or used...
Not true car breaks. fix it . sell it . buy another you will always win
Erin James Well said! Totally correct!
Hey Scott. I followed your advice and bought some Akebono pads for my 2016 Tacoma. They work awesome. Thanks a bunch!
Excellent advice again Mr. Scotty!
To keep them wheels turning it's not always necessary to go OEM as long the non-OEM is not too cheap and comes with good warranty.
Always enjoy the pictures that come up, specially the horse when he laughs 😂😂
I am glad you said that about air cond compressors as I just bought one a UAC for my 02 Elantra and a guy at work kept saying you should have got OEM
Thanks for the great video, Mr. Kilmer! I second your enthusiasm for certain aftermarket and second-hand parts. There is something comforting about buying OEM parts though. When the originals last a long time before needing to be replaced, I’m compelled to buy the same exact part again.
Thank you scotty I learn alot from your videos and you definitely are exciting to watch love when you come out with new ones keep up good work !!!!!
Love the Scotty approach to mods: purposeful, tasteful, and don't destroy what's already good about the car.
Great video again Scotty! Some OEM and after market parts are sometimes priced similar, like air filters. I always find going with a good brand backed by customer reviews are always the way to go. Not the price tag!
Love your videos! So helpful about OEM vs aftermarket. I have had alot of good experience with both my local mechanic part source and Auto Zone. One thing I will say is that engine mounts should be replaced with OEM parts most of the time. I have a 2008 Honda Odessey and a 2002 WRX and both have been recommended to go OEM. Most everything else I also check for recalls on ie fuel pumps. I both cars replaced with recalls on the pumps so always check....even older cars!!
Great video Scotty as always, love to have those headlight bulbs..
Sometimes the OEM brand is a 3rd party part in an different box.
I saved money working on my '92 Astro by buying a Delphi fuel pump and NGK platinum plugs. Delphi makes the AC Delco pump and NGK makes the AC Delco plugs.
kloroformd AC Delco is s rebrander. Like you said, NGK makes the spark plugs, and AC Delco slaps their name on it.
Yes, Also check and make sure the ohms on the new fuel sending unit are the same as the old one ..... if not the same your fuel level gauge will be off ...
Love the info. I’ll keep this in mind when looking for parts.
Thank you Scotty!!! Always love your videos
Monday mornings are better with a cup of coffee and Scotty!
flyphotoguy 100%!!! 😆👍😉
I enjoy learning new stuff from you Scotty.
with the cup saying ..."live free or die"
Scotty is really pimping out that 94 Celica! Stay away from spinners, Scotty! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
That’s not offensive is it?
Nope
someone will be offended somewhere, dont worry they will be happy to reeeeee at ya for it haha
I needed a serp belt for my 4Runner. Since the original lasted 150K mi, I wanted an OEM. The stealership asked what kind of vehicle I had, I told them "it's a 4.0 V6" because I spent 20 years in the auto inspections field, and I know most of their scams, and I know that they come up with new ones all the time so I did not want to give them more information than necessary - the same engine is used in more than one model so their question was irrelevant. They insisted so I told them it was a 4Runner. They wanted $100+ for the belt. I said, OK, it's a Tacoma. $45. I got the same Gates belt at a parts store for $30. Screw stealership!
Just found your channel yesterday! Great advice every time I watch your video's Thanks.
I swear Scotty you kill it with the picture references on all your videos 😂😂😂
LoL 🤣 🤣
I like them too. When horse or hyena is laughing
The Breast Pump today was a riot!
Never buy OEM cabin filters, total ripoffs.
Or wiper blades!
My Peugeot OEM wiper blades are actually cheaper than aftermarket ones, and they show. They're the worst, last at most 6 months
Parts like filters, wiper blades, and sometimes even suspension components are rarely made in house and are usually outsourced to aftermarket manufacturers.
I got mine off eBay for 5 bucks and change. 2 minute fix!
I went to the Toyota dealership in my country and asked for a cabin filter. They said it'd cost 100 USD for a replacement cabin filter then I went outside to a shop just opposite of the dealership and they wanted 10 bucks for the same quality one.
Thanks Scotty for all your very helpful tips and advise, I am always watching your videos...
Just replaced a/c evaporator for just 10 percent of cost from stealership. Lifetime warranty too.
I love this channel, learned so much about fixing cars and the industry. Thank you!
Exactly. The same with me. After watching for six month I've decided to open my on Repair Shop. Only problem I must fill my garage with all that junk Scotty have, and this is no easy.
The laughing horse meme is funny everytime
Indeed it is
Thank you Scotty for helping me keep my older cars running great !
Great info Scotty God bless and keep up the great videos
Hey scotty, everytime I watch your videos I learn a lot. Thanks for being honest and truthful to all your videos. God bless :)
I have a 2006 Honda accord 6-speed manual. The clutch went out at 180k. A mechanic put a new clutch in it. It started slipping at 11,000 miles. The mechaninc said "it's just an OEM clutch" as if I shouldn't expect it to last. If the first clutch lastes 180k anything labeled "OEM" should last just as long. OEM should mean as good as the original equipment, but it dosen't and I think it should be law.
Did you resurface the flywheel? Because i think even if it's non OEM clutch, 11k is too fast to slip.
Whenever I replace a clutch in anything always put a high performance clutch in and resurface the flywheel it became a habit after messing with AutoZone's parts
Great advice, wish I had it a year ago. I rebuilt a 1987 Nissan Pathfinder for my daughter and used Aftermarket part for the A/C, suspension, headlights, distributor, fuel injectors, sensors, front grill and rear hatch lift supports, mostly because Nissan doesn't make most of the OEM parts for that year. All of them worked perfectly, but I did research the brands and looked at reviews. I also spent many days at the junkyards of New Mexico, found the last A/C belt tensioner in the state.
Anyway, I really enjoy the videos. Thank you!
Great channel, with straight-talking advice.Thank you, Scotty.
Hi Scotty it's good the see your still doing well. Like the new intro but i do miss rev up your engines
I'm glad I discovered your channel. You're always interesting and informative. Keep up the excellent job Scotty.
Who would've thought that someone could be successful delivering a good product line?
Scotty, I greatly appreciate your common sense and humor! Thank you for the videos!
I like how you brings up tools I never thought of using. Very informative
Huh, didn't know they made LED headlight bulbs that can change brightness like that... Thanks for enLIGHTening me, Scotty!
Yes OEM all the way that's what I use on my 09 Corolla. Thanks Scotty
+1 for OEM. The scrapyard is my friend! The only time I deviate is when I'm very confident that a newer aftermarket part exceeds the original quality.
The key to buying OEM is understand that your dealership can still mark it up 200%. (Not everything, but some things.) If you can find the actual Nippon Denso or NGK or whatever part number, sometimes you can buy it locally or online MUCH cheaper.
@@BikeHelmetMk2 hey if that's what you like go for it not me I can get OEM parts very reasonable online
Installed two cheap Chinese AC compressors in two of my vehicles and they have worked flawlessly for years and both cost less than $100.
I love your videos Scotty. You remind me of the uncle that I used to hang out in his garage growing up! Very informative videos!
Great stuff, OEM fuel pump for sure, hate to drop a tank twice.
Cut the floor
Take out the back seat and open the access cover lol
Daniel S. no access hole in a chevy avalanche or my f150. Its drop the tank or move the bed or cut a hole
Luis Gonzalez not cutting the floor
I've been watching your videos daily trying to keep up! I'm always learning something new, Probably the best repair channel we've got.
What repairs
Thank you Scotty! Every time I watch you I trust what you’re saying. As a mechanic you’re one of the best if not the best anywhere!
I love the SPEED reference, it made me think of how Dennis Hopper reminds me of you.
My MOOG greased end links made of Steel are better than Ford part. Zerk fittings.
$16 each from RockAuto 😄
Buff Barnaby - for gm trucks/suv's these moog joints are the best for steering and suspension. These are light years better quality than OEM. I won't even change them unless I use these!
My friend bought some "aftermarket" control arms for his Ford. (I can't remember the brand) You could see where someone half-assed ground off the Ford logo. They were really OEM parts.
I’m a big TRW fan. I think they are Taiwan now. Long gone are the days of USA parts. Even most factory parts are sourced overseas.
OEM ball joints will last much longer than your moogs. Guranteed
1994 Toyota Celica seems too good to be true! Yup indeed.
XD
Thanks for all the good info Scotty, I love your channel
Thanks Scotty for so many great videos. You've saved me lots of time and money. Much appreciated
I agree, just don't cheap out on stuff like brake pads, rotors, or any front end work. Use quality aftermarket and you should be fine
I hear this all the time, but seriously, how do you know? Saved thousands replacing brakes and rotors and can't tell the difference by price. If they fit, work, stop when you want them to and don't wear out too fast, are you just paying extra for peace of mind or out of fear. I Do a lot of research buying tires and it pays off (really notice differences) Brakes and rotors? not so sure.
@@mikepantaleo2360 Agree. I am constantly astounded by the low price of brake pads. I usually try to find reasonably 'expensive' ones - like $60 instead of $25, but for my '88 F150 I really only find $25-30 ones (rear set of 4 $28 - I don't even know how they ship them for that) and they always work just fine, no squeaking, seem to last (10 years on my front ones, don't drive it much). Rotors, meh, after having an Audi that when through rotors dater than pads, I just get the cheapest ones. I can't tell the difference.
I agree with you about OEM products some of them can be good some of them can be bad in neighborhoods to shop around thanks for the info buddy
Thanks for the info. Your comments on stuff has been insightful.
I was wondering just how good some after market parts were...especially the upgraded headlights! Thanks so much for the video!!!
OEM or equal fuel pumps for sure! I've had two aftermarket pumps fail in the past, brand new! No more of that.
I had a mechanic that had gotten burned so many times he no longer used the aftermarket fuel pumps, said when one failed before the customer got out of the parking lot that was the last straw.
@@Adiscretefirm yeah man they are reaallly sketch. I have one in my Jimmy right now, but I also added some solder and a different sock when I put it in. It has lasted for a few years, but you shouldnt have to be a self taught electrician for a product to last.
@@elidames6889 I bought an old Chevy one time with the original pump in it that sent fuel but didn't register fuel level, lived with it for a while and made the mistake of replacing it with aftermarket for $300 instead of the $700 OEM. Lasted 13 months (just out of warranty) replaced it with OEM (would have been cheaper to do it once with labor added in) that one was still going strong 5 years later when I sold the truck.
@@Adiscretefirm i hear that. The ONLY reason why I still have this Jimmy is because I rebuilt the 4.3 myself. It was my "if I learn, it runs. If I dont, thats not a choice" vehicle. Glad I did because the experience was invaluable. My pride wont let it go. Who needs a fuel meter when we have odometers, ami"right? Lol
@@elidames6889 luckily I was keeping a fuel log with gps based mileage to see just how bad the mpg was going to be with that 350 ci under the hood (around 12, lol) so I never ran out, but it was too stress inducing for the trips way back in the woods I wanted a truck for.
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Nice video Scotty! I look forward to watching your entertaining and informative videos. Thanks for the information :)
As always, excellent notes and enjoyable video, thanks, Scotty.
I have good success with Doorman myself. Nissan Altima exhaust manifold and emissions senders for vacuum lines etc
Excellent, many new aftermarket parts are good. But like you said must use OEM in some cases.
Hey Scotty, great video on OEM parts. My 2014 GMC Sierra had an air condenser issue only after a year. Bought two Chinese made air condenser because the first one was restricted and had to return it. The second air condenser is still good after 4 years, no problem.
You are the second person in two days to advertise and recommend the Boslla headlights. LoneStar Hawaiian did it as well. They would look amazing on my truck. Keep up the good work.