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I just ran an estimate on the control arms only on a commonly used repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868 using aftermarket parts.

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I just ran an estimate on the control arms only on a commonly used repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868 using aftermarket parts.

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Repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868

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I just ran an estimate on the control arms only on a commonly used repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868 using aftermarket parts.

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Use aftermarket parts

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I just ran an estimate on the control arms only on a commonly used repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868 using aftermarket parts.

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Use porsche oem parts

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Actually, it is not that much out of line if they are using Porsche OEM parts.

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Repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868

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I just ran an estimate on the control arms only on a commonly used repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868 using aftermarket parts.

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Run estimate

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I just ran an estimate on the control arms only on a commonly used repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868 using aftermarket parts.

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Control Arms and tie rod

Use aftermarket parts

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I just ran an estimate on the control arms only on a commonly used repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868 using aftermarket parts.

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Control Arms and tie rod

Use porsche oem parts

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Actually, it is not that much out of line if they are using Porsche OEM parts.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Hello I have a 2003 996 that needs control arms and tie rods. the shop I deal with told me with an alignment it would be $1900. anyone in Austin that has an opinion or do it yourself tips? I find that to be ludicrous, but maybe it's me? Miagi

POST 2Original post

For a quick reference call around to a couple Porsche garages and dealers and ask them what they charge.

POST 3Original post

Quotes source post: 8360538

Actually, it is not that much out of line if they are using Porsche OEM parts. With even aftermarket units retailing at nearly $300 per, just the parts alone are going to start to run up a substantial amount pretty quickly, before you add in labor. I just ran an estimate on the control arms only on a commonly used repair estimate software package, and it kicked out $868 using aftermarket parts. Tie rod ends (aftermarket) added another $200 in parts plus additional labor. Throw in another $200 for a quality alignment and it starts to add up. They may be slightly high, but not by an whole lot.

POST 4Original post

JFP in PA, Assuming the vehicle in question would be a daily driver with light track duty (light being once or twice a year) would it be wise to pony up the extra dough to go with OEM parts? Or are there aftermarket parts just as good, if not, better?

POST 5Original post

Quotes source post: 8364009

There are two kinds of aftermarket replacements, OEM style and racing. The racing units often are both stronger and more adjustable, but are also significantly more expensive than even the OEM units. The OEM style aftermarket units are pretty good, particularly the name brands like TRW.

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