Parts from Taiwan?

[drutt]

Has anyone had any experience buying Delica parts from Taiwan? There's this seller called "autochassisparts" that has quite a few parts available, for very cheap prices and free shipping. Too good to be true? Anyone bought from them before? I'm skeptical about the quality of the parts.

[Yokohama]

Make sure to get the seller to specify were the parts are made. They could be just stocking parts made in China even if they are selling from Taiwan.

Parts made in Taiwan are light years ahead of ones made in China. When I am unable to get North American, Japanese, or Korean made parts, I go with Taiwan and Hong Kong. Some Chinese parts have been good however. I had to replace a control arm on a car, and we had to use one made in China (what could be obtained at the time), and it seemed to be a solid piece. A little larger in casting, but fit well and is holding up fine.

But, I would avoid Chinese made chassis parts and clutches as they are suspect for the most part unless you know the brand. Also, avoid brands like Mevotech like the plague; if you search around you will find the reviews that hint at the danger of some of these Chinese made parts.

[drutt]

Thanks. That's kinda what I figured. Nice to hear some confirmation though.