Re: 2000 Sienna front struts / OEM vs aftermarket

On Aug 30, 10:23 pm, jst <jt...@xxxxxxxx> wrote:
Ray O wrote:
"mrsteveo" <mrste...@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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On Aug 30, 9:39 pm, jst <jt...@xxxxxxxx> wrote:
I need suggestions since our 2000 Sienna needs front struts. OEM Vs
after market? Dealer Vs local shop? Do the rear shocks while I'm at it?
We bought the van new, it has 130,000 miles and has been perfect in
every way.

Also, anything else in the front end to have looked at while doing the
struts?
Last I heard, RayO mentioned strut replacement by the dealer would be
the way to go as that gets you a lifetime warranty and of course, the
quality and other niceties that you'd expect from OEM parts.

Wow! Someone not only listens to what I say, they even remember it!

Struts, shocks, and exhausts replaced at a Toyota dealer have a lifetime
parts (including related parts) and labor warranty at any Toyota dealer in
the U.S. and Canada. Many independent and chain shops offer a "lifetime"
warranty that may not include labor or related parts like nuts, bolts,
bushings, etc. so when you go back, you still end up paying something.

You should get a 4 wheel alignment done when the struts are replaced.

Check the rear shocks to see if they need replacement; don't replace them
unless they need it.

Thanks guys, I usually use OEM but the van is 7 Y/O. But I do know that
I cant go wrong with Toyo OEM. Off to the dealer for me.

Thanks again

I'd hate to whip out some more RayO advice but I believe at one time
he's also stated that if you've used OEM parts and they lasted for 7
years, then why not pay the additional costs associated with OEM and
hopefully your vehicle lasts another 7 years.

OK, done quoting. :) I hope I was accurate again!

.

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