Can You Trust Used Auto Parts Sites?

Used auto parts suppliers are sometimes viewed with suspicion by prospective customers. This is partly down to the shady business practices of a few companies. Most crooked companies don’t last very long, though, and Tom’s Foreign Auto Parts has been in business for over 30 years.

We have based our entire business on providing quality used parts at great prices. Read on to see how we ensure that our customers get the best possible service every time they buy from Tom’s.

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What Happened To The Nissan 4 Door Sports Car (4DSC)?

Nissan coined the term 4DSC or ‘4 Door Sports Car’ way back in 1989 to describe its newly updated family sedan – the Maxima. Combining practicality with a sporty drive, it was a popular recipe that many other manufacturers also adopted.

While there are plenty of quick 4-door sedans out there these days, back in the late ‘80s those looking for quick family-friendly sedans had very limited options.

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Alternator Buyer’s Guide

Your alternator is responsible for generating electrical power when your vehicle is running, powering various electrical devices in your vehicle, and keeping the battery charged. It’s essential that your alternator be in good working order if you want your vehicle to be reliable. We’ve put together this guide to help you better understand your alternator and know what to do if you encounter alternator problems. In this guide, we’ll cover:

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How To Replace A Toyota Camry Alternator

Is your Toyota Camry alternator giving you problems? Then it’s best to replace it before it fails completely. Getting a new one installed by your mechanic can be pricey. But you can save money by replacing it yourself with a guaranteed used OEM part from Tom’s. Don’t worry if you’ve never done this sort of job before. Our step-by-step guide will show you exactly what to do. You only need a few tools and one of our guaranteed used Toyota Camry alternators.

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How To Diagnose A Failing Alternator

The alternator does an important job in your vehicle. It turns mechanical energy from the engine into electricity. The alternator then powers everything from your headlights to your radio. It also charges your battery, which starts the car. But what happens when your alternator doesn’t work right? Let’s explore some common alternator problems and how to spot them.

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Parting out 2005 Audi A4 – Stock # 180189

Now Parting out a 2005 Audi A4, Stock number 180189. This A4 parts car has lots of good used auto parts left on it. At Tom’s Foreign Auto parts, we part out hundreds of Audi cars annually and sell the used car parts online. Every A4 part we sell comes with an industry leading money back guarantee. Shop our online car parts store to find great deals on Audi A4 Parts. Finding a replacement OEM Audi A4 part can be a real hassle but here at Tom’s Foreign we’ve made it easy for you to get the right OEM Audi part when you need it. Shop online parts today and save big the next time you need to fix your 2005 Audi A4!

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