Starter Differences
09-03-2021, 05:27 AM
#1
spent so much money
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Starter Differences
Hello,
In the midst of rebuilding my 8 and was considering getting a new starter because, why not? However there are tons of different kinds that all say they are "upgraded" from the OEM S1 starter.
or
Mazdatrix Starter
Now I'm assuming the main difference between these two is that the Mazdatrix starter is new, and not a remanufactured unit. Would that be correct? $400 is a bit steep if this part is only marginally better than the $200 one.
To anyone who knows/has upgraded, $400 vs $200, which would you buy?
In the midst of rebuilding my 8 and was considering getting a new starter because, why not? However there are tons of different kinds that all say they are "upgraded" from the OEM S1 starter.
or
Mazdatrix Starter
Now I'm assuming the main difference between these two is that the Mazdatrix starter is new, and not a remanufactured unit. Would that be correct? $400 is a bit steep if this part is only marginally better than the $200 one.
To anyone who knows/has upgraded, $400 vs $200, which would you buy?
09-04-2021, 04:37 AM
#3
spent so much money
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09-09-2021, 03:55 AM
#5
spent so much money
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09-09-2021, 08:45 AM
#6
not so sure, if it mimics the S2 with larger extra tooth gear and motor it might be ok. Except with the OE part you know it meets certain standards. One issue with Amazon etc. is you often have no way to know the source or judge what the quality is without purchasing it and finding out. I just bought a MAP sensor made in the USA for $100 shipped. Is a $11 - $20 from China just as good? I don’t really care, because it’s just not worth it to me given the consequences of it not outputting the correct signal at a critical moment. I suppose some people might not think the same for a starter, but then that one time your engine floods and won’t start afterward … 
Frankly I’m of the mindset in my life now that I’m ok paying 2x or higher just for it NOT being made in Wuhoofluville. I don’t even care how good the cheaper one from there is. It’s the principle of not supporting and assisting an entity that is directly opposed to the God given right of freedom and democracy and otherwise does not at all have the good interests of this nation in their heart, but would rather weaken, overcome, and enslave us all. We have enough of that going on within our own here as it is.
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Frankly I’m of the mindset in my life now that I’m ok paying 2x or higher just for it NOT being made in Wuhoofluville. I don’t even care how good the cheaper one from there is. It’s the principle of not supporting and assisting an entity that is directly opposed to the God given right of freedom and democracy and otherwise does not at all have the good interests of this nation in their heart, but would rather weaken, overcome, and enslave us all. We have enough of that going on within our own here as it is.
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09-10-2021, 02:21 AM
#7
spent so much money
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not so sure, if it mimics the S2 with larger extra tooth gear and motor it might be ok. Except with the OE part you know it meets certain standards. One issue with Amazon etc. is you often have no way to know the source or judge what the quality is without purchasing it and finding out. I just bought a MAP sensor made in the USA for $100 shipped. Is a $11 - $20 from China just as good? I don’t really care, because it’s just not worth it to me given the consequences of it not outputting the correct signal at a critical moment. I suppose some people might not think the same for a starter, but then that one time your engine floods and won’t start afterward …
Frankly I’m of the mindset in my life now that I’m ok paying 2x or higher just for it NOT being made in Wuhoofluville. I don’t even care how good the cheaper one from there is. It’s the principle of not supporting and assisting an entity that is directly opposed to the God given right of freedom and democracy and otherwise does not at all have the good interests of this nation in their heart, but would rather weaken, overcome, and enslave us all. We have enough of that going on within our own here as it is.
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Frankly I’m of the mindset in my life now that I’m ok paying 2x or higher just for it NOT being made in Wuhoofluville. I don’t even care how good the cheaper one from there is. It’s the principle of not supporting and assisting an entity that is directly opposed to the God given right of freedom and democracy and otherwise does not at all have the good interests of this nation in their heart, but would rather weaken, overcome, and enslave us all. We have enough of that going on within our own here as it is.
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And I'm surprised there's not more rage against China than there is, so many deaths, so much lost productivity, and so many people putting their lives on hold...because of China.
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