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06-12-2021, 09:26 PM | #1 |
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Doncaster (VIC) BMW spare parts experience
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[TL;DR] in bold I like to use genuine parts when replacements are needed, and I have usually gone to Doncaster/Bundoora BMW (in VIC), as they always seem to have more competitive pricing. However, I have consistently been disappointed with the quality, and it has got me wondering. Has anyone else experienced this? All the parts I get are in BMW branded packaging. I have spoken to some friends, and they have suggested that it's not impossible that the dealership might be selling parts that are counterfeit. And they may be doing this unknowingly. For example, they may have found a cheaper, parallel import for their parts, and not realised that they are counterfeit. Is this possibly why their pricing is more competitive as well? Here is a list of all the issues I have had: 1. Front brakes, new pads, rotors and sensor:All other genuine parts, I have ordered from Schmeidmann, and they have generally been good. But of course, they are different parts all together, so that might be a moot comparison. This post isn't to throw shade, and I absolutely have no evidence to back up this claim, I genuinely (pun not intended), want to hear other people's experiences, and try to figure out if I've just had some bad luck, or if I should avoid buying from them in future, of if maybe genuine parts are just really poor quality, in some cases. Thanks all! |
06-13-2021, 04:22 AM | #2 |
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I bought a genuine rocker cover from FCP euro and had a similar issue you had. Only difference is that I'll get my money back when and if I get off my arse and send it back.
My point is it's BMW that has a plastic rocker cover and that's more likely the issue
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01-08-2022, 07:24 AM | #3 |
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You're in a difficult position if you installed the parts. You might have some leverage if you have a suitable qualification but you'd have most luck if the dealer installed the parts or a workshop did.
They will always try and fob it off as a workmanship issue straight off the bat. Brakes - do you recall what the forecast reset to afterwards? I have seen huge variances in the forecast life even using ISTA. Some rumour it is due to the average learnt driving profile eg. city vs highway driving. Were the correct sensor cable mounts used (including the H clip for the front)? Was the tip of the sensor actually rubbed through? Metal object embedded in the pad is a different issue. Sometimes grits of sand can become embedded and cut grooves into discs, which is unavoidable due to puddles. But metal embedded in the pad - have you got photos? I've seen some defective pads before. Leaky rocker cover - as pointed out above, did you check the rocker cover for deformation? A straight edge across the sides will show any issues. Were the torque specs followed and the tightening sequence followed? Crankcase pressure checked? What model is your 1? |
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