Posted by MarkB_MI on June 09, 2019 at 07:53:47 from (174.230.64.112):
When I did a brake job on my 2012 GMC Acadia, I ordered the parts from Rock Auto. I decided to use Delco parts, and discovered that Delco offers both "OEM" and "Professional" lines. They also have a very cheap "Advantage" line that I didn't consider. Using the front pads as an example, the OEM ceramic pads are $97.79, while the Professional ceramic pads are $40.79. Because of the big price difference, I opted for Delco Professional pads and rotors. The quality of these parts appeared to be first rate; the rotors were definitely better than any store brand rotors I've bought.
Last week I was at the dealer for some warranty work on my pickup, and saw that they had prices posted for brake pad replacement with either Professional or OEM pads. Again, the OEM pads were significantly more expensive than the Professional pads.
Is there really any difference (other than price) between the Delco Professional and Delco OEM parts? Or is it just a marketing ploy to get customers to pay twice as much for identical parts?
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