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Questions tagged [part-interchange]

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Are bucket shims for mainstream Japanese cars interchangable?

I have two Japanese cars ( a Mazda and a Nissan ) which use cams placed directly over the valves ( no rocker arm ) which contact a shim sitting on top of a bucket over the valve. Are the shims used by different manufacturers all the same…
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Brake calipers interchangeable

I have a 2008 Saturn Aura XR. Recently my front right caliper was leaking so I replaced both front calipers and now I'm realizing that my rear left caliper was leaking also. Can I put my old used front left caliper(that wasn't leaking)for my rear…
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Are there differences between the HEV and PHEV Niro that would make hitch mounting different between them?

I would like to add a trailer hitch to my 2023 Kia Niro PHEV in order to use a bicycle rack that I already own. When I search for the part on a typical retail site, there are no results, but if I search for either "2023 Niro" or "2023 Niro EV",…
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2001 Nissan Pathfinder - What other years have interchangeable body parts?

I need to replace the hood, front bumper, front light assemblies, etc. What years are interchangeable with the 2001 so I know what to look for in the junk yards?
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4.3/350 Chevy flywheel interchangeable?

I have a 1997 S10 I'm thinking of doing a V8 swap with in the future does anyone know if the flywheel off of a 4.3 Chevy would work on a older 350 Since they’re basically identical minus 2 cylinders or if a NV3500 transmission would bolt right up to…
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Manufacturer responsible to make sure valid after market is available when discontinuing eom?

When a manufacturer discontinues an oem part that is integral to the operation of a vehicle, is it their responsibility to ensure that aftermarket parts are available and compatible via third parties? i.e. axles, oem not available, aftermarket not…
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Can I replace drum brakes with disc brakes?

I have a Honda Civic with drum brakes that are giving me trouble. I'm considering switching to disc brakes, but I know it involves a lot of upgrades and modifications. Is it a good idea by doing so, or will it affect my car functions by changing its…
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GMC transmission compatability

I have a2012 GMC SIRRA 5.3, 6-SPEED TRANSMISSION. Will a 2005 Yukon 5.3, 6-speed transmission interchange or fit?
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Engine exchange using non-turbo for turbo version

I have a 2014 Ford Fiesta with a turbocharger engine, that needs to be replaced. Turbocharged engines for this year and model can be found for $2000, non turbocharged for $1000. Can turbo version be replaced with the cheaper, non-turbo engine?
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Would a Kawasaki Z900 exhaust fit on a Kawasaki Z250sl?

Looking to buy a small slip-on exhaust: It's for a Kawasaki Z900, 2017. But would it fit on a Kawasaki Z250sl?
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96 Dakota V6 transmission work in a 94 318 v8 Dakota

I have a 94 Dodge Dakota with the 318 in it. The transmission just went out. I found a 96 Dakota but with a V6 but same transmission as mine the A518. Will the transmission from the 96 fit with my 94 v8
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Do cross referenced parts imply an older vs newer design?

I ordered this vacuum pump switch from FCP Euro and thought I was ordering part number 31400608. When the part came in it’s actually printed as a 30645383. The bag has the new number on it but it’s been ripped open and stapled close. I see from this…
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Help catalytic converter

Hi I have a 2005 Honda Accord 2.4l I need a cat for it to pass smog I found a 2009 Honda Accord v6 with a cat for sell would that fit my Honda ?
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Chevy 327/350 block

I’m wanting to swap a 305 with a 327 in an El Camino, had a 68-69 327 long block but the block turned out to be cracked so I kept the crank (2 piece rear main seal), pistons, rods and heads from it and I believe it should be a large journal crank. I…
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CAN you directly install a hyundai coupe v6 engine in a hyundai coupe that had a 4 cylinder?

I have a 2006 Hyundai Tuscani(aka tiburon) coupe(4 cylinder 2l). The engine is not working and needs to be replaced. Can I get the engine from the Hyundai coupe 2.7l v6 and directly install it into my car?
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