Piyke:


Got it for NGN1500 and it works perfect! I didn't get the whole assembly nor did I get the one with the cut wire. Here's a link to the exact used part I got:

http://www.diyautoworksng.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/20150825_161920-e1442033172553.jpg

Inception:
Piyke,

Hi,

Although this might be a bit of a digression,

when your car has fully warmed up, and you engage drive with the A/C on, do you experience vibration in the cabin?

please respond.

sultaan:



That one is just the oil pressure sensor

Piyke:


Guess you mean VTEC oil pressure switch cos the oil pressure sensor is a totally different part.

sultaan:
For those who think it business to buy engines like my brother in China they should think about it this way. Our generation has been turned to scavengers and we are proudly displaying it for the whole world to see. When my father bought his Volvo in the 70s he ordered it through Leventis now we have been reduced to this as our only option

sultaan:
For those who think it business to buy engines like my brother in China they should think about it this way. Our generation has been turned to scavengers and we are proudly displaying it for the whole world to see. When my father bought his Volvo in the 70s he ordered it through Leventis now we have been reduced to this as our only option

Piyke:


Got it for NGN1500 and it works perfect! I didn't get the whole assembly nor did I get the one with the cut wire. Here's a link to the exact used part I got:

http://www.diyautoworksng.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/20150825_161920-e1442033172553.jpg

conyema12:



Great post. I know it wouldnt be easy navigating through the busy market.

Good to know i can source for my Toyota rav4 2006 oxygen sensor at a cheaper price. I cant imagine buying it 30k for one

ZUBY77:


Tell that to the guy who said it's a crime to imported used spare parts.

Piyke:


Got it for NGN1500 and it works perfect! I didn't get the whole assembly nor did I get the one with the cut wire. Here's a link to the exact used part I got:

http://www.diyautoworksng.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/20150825_161920-e1442033172553.jpg

adanny01:


I have noticed that more and more oil gaskets and o-rings are giving up in my car of recent.

sultaan:
Salvaged parts not the problem.

The problem is it is the only one we know and most times price of used parts are more expensive than than in the west.

How do you explain that situation it is when we accept our fate like this that we become oblivious to possibilities that previously was a norm.

Even with the exchange rate in the drain some parts are still cheaper new.

This industry will grow if people see better thingd have a vision of transacting with the best not the rejected.

There was a piece of reversal of GEJ's auto policy but it has not been confirmed and it is one of those policies that destroyed the economy basically policies that increase govt revenue is bad.

adanny01:


You may be aware that i have always complained about engine oil level drop with no spot on the ground where i park. No serious leakage has been noticed before now, though the leakage doesnt get to the ground. I have notice my oil level drops quicker now and have seen fresh stains of oil on my right drive shaft and the engine mount beam close to the shaft. I have also seen my oil filter wet which is in same area as the visible leakage even as the whole area is wet with oil. I have investigated the oil filter for leakage but havent seen any until i saw this thread.

I can confirm now that my major leakage comes from around the VTEC oil pressure switch and solenoid area. This is found directly above the oil filter and the shaft which i have seen fresh oil leaks.

I will be doing more investigations tomorrow but will like to ask, what in your case was the problem, was it leakage? If it was leakage, did you conclude the o-ring as shown in the pic on the link was to blame?

I may not be able to source these parts in my current location but if the o-ring is the culprit, then i believe some silicone gum will reduce the leakage till i find a permanent solution. Silicone gum was able to stop leakages on my PS pump o-rings locations and also a leakage i had on the VTC filter screen.

I have noticed that more and more oil gaskets and o-rings are giving up in my car of recent.

ZUBY77:


I operate in the two markets.
So believe it when I tell you which one is bigger.

abatically:


Bros, why do u like spewing trash here, I just don't get it. U are the same guy advising a 23 yr old buying his first car to buy a camaro or Mustang. How can a new part be cheaper than a used one if both are genuine. Factory replacement cost of gearbox for 2003-2007 Honda Accord costs $6,500. That is 1.2 million naira for a brand new gearbox plus labour. How much do u think that car is worth to spend 1.2m on transmission. Why would I pay that when I can buy a used gearbox for 85k. I've lived abroad and trust me those people also source parts from junkyards when the cost for new parts are unbelievably expensive. I didn't even include shipping and clearing fees.

There are some parts that are better buying brand new. These are wear and tear parts like 02 sensors, air filter, oil filter, brake pads, speed sensors, etc. But there are some parts that doesn't make sense buying brand new expecially for old cars. Can u advise someone to buy a brand new engine and transmission for a 15 year old car? Where will u even source it from? Do u know a brand new hub for some cars can cost as much as $1,000? When u can buy a used one for $60 and will last u up to 7 years.

sultaan:


I know you might think I have started wearing turban and grown some beard but it still me.

From my point of view a young Nigerian man is proudly showing the world his import business and the picture of his source of livelihood is considered thrash in that industry.

There is salvaged parts and rebuilt parts once those parts are exposed to the elements ready for recycling it is what it's called.

There is no there are rebuilt engines for older cars because they can be remanufactured to be even better than the original engine same goes for transmission. Companies also sell rebuild kits for those willing to DIY. Because things are not available in Nigeria does not mean they don't exist.

A car is only worth what the next person is willing to pay for it, if I take a 2007 Camry with 500 miles and a 2015 Camry with 40000 miles on it you will pay more for one of the despite costing same amount new.
Nigerians usually buy cars over 10 years old so we scour through western hunk yards for parts cars 8 years apart rarely share parts

sultaan:


I know you might think I have started wearing turban and grown some beard but it still me.

From my point of view a young Nigerian man is proudly showing the world his import business and the picture of his source of livelihood is considered thrash in that industry.

There is salvaged parts and rebuilt parts once those parts are exposed to the elements ready for recycling it is what it's called.

There is no there are rebuilt engines for older cars because they can be remanufactured to be even better than the original engine same goes for transmission. Companies also sell rebuild kits for those willing to DIY. Because things are not available in Nigeria does not mean they don't exist.

A car is only worth what the next person is willing to pay for it, if I take a 2007 Camry with 500 miles and a 2015 Camry with 40000 miles on it you will pay more for one of the despite costing same amount new.
Nigerians usually buy cars over 10 years old so we scour through western hunk yards for parts cars 8 years apart rarely share parts

Piyke:


Got it for NGN1500 and it works perfect! I didn't get the whole assembly nor did I get the one with the cut wire. Here's a link to the exact used part I got:

http://www.diyautoworksng.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/20150825_161920-e1442033172553.jpg

billyG:

u mean u cnt ssee that in ladipo?that u hav 2 go 2 obosi 4 it.

billyG:

u mean u cnt ssee that in ladipo?that u hav 2 go 2 obosi 4 it.

ZUBY77:
Yeah. It's the largest, even larger than Ladipo.

I have two warehouses there where we offload our goods.

I am currently in China shipping the parts.
While younger brother takes care of things down there.

Athina1982:
Pls give me a contact there we are looking for half and top of a honda accord 2010 model