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Old Jan 13, 2010 | 08:06 PM
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Starter makin grinder noise should I go with like a auto zone part, oem used or brand new from dealer???
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 08:38 AM
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i usually try to stay GM. But havent heard many people have problems with aftermarket starters. Plus they are easy to do. So up to you.
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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 09:16 AM
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You might check first and make sure it isn't the flex plate missing some teeth as well. Better to make sure you get both parts if needed rather then to swap starters and still have a problem.

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Old Jan 14, 2010 | 10:14 AM
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With my experience with starters, wether new, rebuilt, or factory, it's always best to get one with a good warranty. I've had a brand new starter go bad in just a couple weeks. Warranty!!!!!
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Old Jan 15, 2010 | 11:01 PM
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yeah, go with the duralast at autozone. brand new. and you get a lifetime warranty for if something does go wrong. prices shouldn't be too bad. but do some research. because they will price match lol.
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