Looking for observations on the quality of the TYC brand of replacement parts. (Not restricted to Mercedes vehicles.)

I am not aware I have had any of them yet.

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..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

TYC make "OEM-like" parts for the body repair industry. The parts are used in place of OEM factory parts to lower repair charges and/or increase the shop margin and to appease claims adjusters.

In my experience the parts fit well and are almost visually identical. However, they are not built as "robust" as most OEM pieces, using lighter metals, thinner plastic casting, and more concerning, lighter gauge wiring in things like headlamp and tail light assemblies.

I have actually noticed the opposite with TYC parts...


Some OE fenders are made of Aluminum, while the TYC fenders are made from steel. Quite a bit heaver, and feels a little more solid. They do the same with hoods (like the OE Toyota Prius hood is aluminum, and the TYC is steel). A friend has TYC headlights on his Subaru Legacy... The light cutoff isnt as sharp as an OEM light, but looks identical. The headlight wiring seems to be heavier gauge internally, but could just be cheaper/thicker insulated wiring.

I am with MTI on fitment and visual looks. The parts look like OEM, and fit pretty damn well.

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-Justin

91 560 SEC AMG - other dogs dd
01 Honda S2000 - dogs dd
07 MB ML320 CDI - dd
16 Lexus IS250 - wifes dd

it's automatic.

If there is no choice, use them.
* A junker - clunker that you plan to scrap in two years is IMO an acceptable candidate.
* Patching together as a first car for a teenager, maybe???
* Dire financial circumstances, I would still look to good used parts first if possible.

If you want or need top quality, run away from TYC parts.

I have been forced as a mechanic (working in body and mechanical shops) by insurance companies to install TYC parts, you can easily feel the weight - mass difference, IMO there is an obvious visual - fit - durability quality factor.

I will NOT allow them on my personal vehicles, paying the difference out of pocket, or junking the vehicle.

Years ago, my wife wrecked her Pontiac Grand Prix, insurance demanded the use of TYC parts (would not allow us to pay the difference out of pocket), repaired with TYC parts and sold the car instantly.



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Replacement 86-93 124 headlights are crap (poor lens seal, flimsy internal brackets, recalcitrant adjusters, etc.) but still better than DOT headlights.

Sixto
87 300D^2

The vehicle is a Ford. Where would you get top quality parts for a Ford? Can't get them from the dealer!!!

Replacing the electric radiator fan assy on a 2008 Edge. It's a two-fan unit; one motor used up its brushes in a mere 55k miles. Motors are not available individually; you have to buy the entire assembly. The TYC part is $132 delivered with a lifetime warranty; FoMoCo part is $400 plus tax with a 12 month/12k miles warranty. R & R is a 20 minute job, so labor isn't a factor.

I know the part, my local salvage network wants stupid money for it..

Buy the TYC part, but be prepared (warranty papers) to replace it in 4 - 5 years.


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Then it's as good as the OE part

Sixto
87 300D^2

Better than OE. The OE part lasts 4 years, then you have to shell out another $400 for a replacement.

I just replaced a condenser fan on a 2002 chebby cavalier. went with TYC for price. I believe it was $55 delivered via fleabay.

Has anyone ever had to replace the condenser fan on their old MB? I know mine is still original....

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Eugene

10 E63 AMG
93 300te 4matic
07 BMW X3
14 Ford F-150 Fx2

Yes, but I accidentally mangled it Otherwise it'd be going strong

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TC
Current stable:
- 2004 Mazda RALLYWANKEL
- 2007 Saturn sky redline
- 2004 Explorer...under surgery.

Past: 135i, GTI, 300E, 300SD, 300SD, Stealth

I went through three last week on W123's, the bearings seized on all of them.
I installed good used units.

I tried an after-market aux fan on one car, it did not move enough air = cooling system temperature dropped by 10° C with a good used factory unit..


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so we are talking 30+ years on a benz, to 4 years on the ford..

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Eugene

10 E63 AMG
93 300te 4matic
07 BMW X3
14 Ford F-150 Fx2

I thought TYC sold yogurt.

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