Hey Guys, not a review, but a general question ABOUT reviews.

Right now, as an example, I am trying to replace my water pump. I have used US Auto Parts in the past to buy parts, so that is the site I am currently searching. Specifically, I am looking for a water pump for a 1991 3VZE Pickup. For that engine alone, there are at least 8 brands that manufacture the exact same part:

• Aisin
• DNJ
• A1 Cardone
• Bosch
• ACDelco
• Beck Arnley
• Replacement
• GMB

How am I supposed to know which one to pick? They never have reviews on any car parts site that I have been on, and my Google searching has not found much information on any of these brands as a whole. I also don't have a relationship with a "trusted mechanic", of whom I can ask a professional opinion.

Is there any compendium you have come across that tries to broadly rate the brands as being 'good' or 'bad'?

Thanks for any advice!

Jason

 

aisin without a doubt. Toyota used em...so should you.

 

In general, OEM parts are manufactured by Aisin for mechanical and Denso for electrical. There are some exceptions to this, but it's a good rule of thumb.

Go with the Aisin...I would not put any of the others on my truck.

 

Exactly the info I was hoping for, thank you!