I am a cheap fool sometimes
The plastic handle of my hood release cable finally broke after 20 years. Stuff gets old, I understand, no biggie.
It is not one of those parts that effects how the truck drives/operates so I jump online and find the best 'bargain'. The part shows up in the mail and it is labeled as a Britpart manufactured part. I know the poor reputation of Britpart but again I think to myself, "Its a cable, what could go wrong?". Well Britpart can screw up anything. First pull on the handle after installation and the cable separates from the handle. What a crappy crimp job. For another 50 cents they could do it right, but Britpart never seems to understand that. Lesson learned. Don't be a cheap fool!!! https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/landrov...09c722d697.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/landrov...c4caf412a5.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/landrov...2b6525e591.jpg |
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Don't feel too bad, we have ALL been F'd by a BritPart at one time or another!!! All parts from BritPart should come with :pointup::cry: The poor 8 yr old Chinese kid that made that part must have been way tired from working a 100+ hour workweek. ;) |
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I too was once nailed by a britpart hood release cable. Lasted like 2 pulls during post install testing. Not cool. They generally just suck. I avoid that label at all costs. If a site has a part I need I literally call or email first to confirm brand. Never again. There’s a reason I started calling them sh!tpart.
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Ugh. Friggin Britpart. The. Worst. Why why why can't they just make decent stuff.
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Originally Posted by Shiftonthefly1
(Post 627603)
Ugh. Friggin Britpart. The. Worst. Why why why can't they just make decent stuff.
Why???? Please allow me to show you the problem :pointup::) |
I like a few of my britpart items, on the 110.
The headlight surrounds, the grill wiper arms, and led lights. Ok I absolutely love the grill its freaking awesome :) I am selective on britpart, giving a rear driveshaft for the LR3 a spin as we speak. So far so good. |
" I am selective on britpart, giving a rear driveshaft for the LR3 a spin as we speak. So far so good."
As long as you have a cell phone and your AAA Card you will be fine! Good Luck. |
Originally Posted by ArmyRover
(Post 627681)
I like a few of my britpart items, on the 110.
The headlight surrounds, the grill wiper arms, and led lights. Ok I absolutely love the grill its freaking awesome :) I am selective on britpart, giving a rear driveshaft for the LR3 a spin as we speak. So far so good. |
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