Tatra Trucks

Disadvantages of New OEM Parts - Three Thoughts on Not Using New OEM Parts

2011-01-03T08:24:00.000-08:00

What are some of the disadvantages of new OEM parts? Many car owners insist on using OEM parts. But, many do not realize the real disadvantages to doing so. They pay a higher price than they would on aftermarket parts. They may be paying that higher price for lower quality parts. They also may have to go through a dealer or wait a long time to get those parts to their own mechanic. So, you can wait longer, pay more, and get lower quality parts when you choose to use OEM parts instead of aftermarket ones.

Probably the biggest one of the disadvantages of new OEM parts is price. In most cases, you will pay a higher price than you would for the same thing in aftermarket parts. In many cases you can pay 60% or higher for the same or similar part. That markup helps dealers make their profit margins. That is one reason why many insurance companies will demand collision repair shops use aftermarket parts on repairs instead of OEM. If you have a new car accident, it is important to request that your insurance company cover the cost of OEM parts to make sure you do not invalidate your warranty.

Another of the big disadvantages of new OEM parts is they may be of lower quality than the original parts. Many car manufacturers use two different standards on the parts they use in the original vehicle versus what they sell as OEM replacement parts. Many manufacturers use better materials and better manufacturing practices on the original parts. They outsource the replacement parts to China, India, or another country. The quality out of those sources is usually much lower than the original parts. That means you are paying a premium for a substandard part.

A final thought on the major disadvantages of new OEM parts is the choice of using a dealership or waiting on parts. OEM parts are easily available through most dealerships. However, that can have distinct advantages and disadvantages. It means there is no price competition. You can request your mechanic order OEM parts, but that can take more time than getting an aftermarket part readily delivered. This choice is not a winning situation for most car owners. They spend more money on OEM parts and may have to wait longer to get them. It is just as important as understanding the advantages to these parts as well.

Heavy Truck Tatra T-816 Liwa military version

2008-02-26T16:06:00.000-08:00

Czech heavy truck Tatra T-816 Liwa military version

Tatra T-816 Liwa used by Czech Army, Slovak Army, Israeli army, Indian Army, Saudi Arabia Army, Arabian Emirates Army, US army etc.

110th Anniversary of Automotive Production at TATRA

2007-11-03T09:53:00.000-07:00

On September 1 the TATRA automobile company celebrated its 110th anniversary of the moment when the first manufactured automobile – the legendary Präsident – left the TATRA plant.

More than 30,000 people came to the testing Polygon to join in. The grand all-day program was topped off by a magnificent fireworks display.

The photos below illustrate the whole day best.

Photos by tatra.cz

End tipper/dumper TATRA T 163 - 370SKT 40 300 6x6.2R/371

2005-11-13T10:22:00.000-08:00

End tipper/dumper TATRA T 163 - 370SKT 40 300 6x6.2R/371 is designed to carry loose material(s) in difficult off-road conditions. The vehicle has been designed to operate in Russia´s arctic areas

All height-related information applies to a loaded vehicle

TATRA T 163 - 370SKT DIMENSIONS

Width 2 550 mm
track front 1 980 mm
track rear 1 776 mm
Clearance 355 mm

WEIGHT

Kerb weight 15 000 kg
Payload 25 000 kg
GVW 40 000 kg
Front axle max. permissible load 8 000 kg
Rear axles max. permissible load 2 x 16 000 kg

TATRA T163-370SKT BRAKES
Four separate brake systems: operational with load-related automatic adjustment system, emergency brake, parking brake, relief brake

ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT

Circuit voltage 24V, minus pole grounded
Battery 2x12D 180HD (180 Ah)
Generator 28 V/ 80A
Startermotor 24 V/6,6 kw

Three-way tipper TATRA TERRNo1 T 815-280S25

2005-03-07T10:02:00.000-08:00

Three-way tipper TATRA TERRNo1 T 815-280S25 28 270 6x6.2/341 is designed to carry cargo on roads and/or in harsh off-road environment. It can also tow a trailer

All height-related information applies to a loaded vehicle

DIMENSIONS

Width 2 550 mm
Track front 2 034 mm
Track rear 1 778 mm
Clearance 260 mm

WEIGHT

Kerb weight 12 100 kg
Payload 16 400 kg
GVW 28 500 kg
Articulated vehicle max.permissible weight 68 500 kg
Front axle max. permissible load 8 000 kg
Rear axles max. permissible load 2 x 11 500 kg

BRAKES
Four separate brake systems: operational with load-related automatic adjustment system and ABS, parking brake, emergency brake, relief brake

ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT

Circuit voltage 24V, minus pole grounded
Battery 2x12V180HD (180 Ah)
Generator 28 V/ 55A
Startermotor 24 V/6,6 kw