Fake/Counterfeit OEM parts
02-19-20, 10:27 AM
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Fake/Counterfeit OEM parts
I recall reading about this topic somewhere, but I don't recall there being a thread specifically for it. I stumbled across this video and thought I'd share with you guys, since we have quite a few DIY'ers on here.
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02-19-20, 01:59 PM
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It may be somewhere else but I mentioned my concern back in January.
Post 14
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...l#post10707470
Post 14
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...l#post10707470
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Chasin (02-19-20)
02-19-20, 06:09 PM
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Counterfeit parts have been a significant problem in all industries for many years. Not only do they support transnational criminal organizations, but they also directly support terrorism. I spent years dealing with counterfeits with the Joint Terrorism Task Force and now, one of my clients is the world leader in anti-counterfeiting markings and labels.
One problem is that consumers and other end users write off counterfeiting as some sort of a prank and the criminal fraud that it is.
You'd be surprised at the amount of counterfeits on "trusted" platforms like Amazon.
One problem is that consumers and other end users write off counterfeiting as some sort of a prank and the criminal fraud that it is.
You'd be surprised at the amount of counterfeits on "trusted" platforms like Amazon.
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02-19-20, 07:48 PM
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Just buy from a trusted dealer. For me, that is Bell Lexus for almost everything OEM and RockAuto for anything else.
Can you imagine how bad a fake oil filter could be? Ugh...
Can you imagine how bad a fake oil filter could be? Ugh...
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02-19-20, 08:28 PM
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I bought all the filters on ebay from toyota dealers. In fact I bought them from Westboro toyota the same as in the video.
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02-20-20, 07:44 AM
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I bought some things recently from eBay as well... went back and checked and luckily I purchased them from various Toyota dealerships that sell parts on eBay.
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