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02-02-15, 02:45 PM
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Starter replaced twice
'07 LS460 130K, started failed8/15 replaced w/ oRiley rebuilt total cost $700, that one failed 12/14, this time went to Lexus Dealer new bill $1700. Both times Battery us up (new) start switched checked out, anyone had issues?
02-02-15, 02:52 PM
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Just a general rule of thumb is to never buy a rebuilt starter or alternator as they tend to fail unpredictably and prematurely. It is perfectly fine and better to buy a low millage salvaged starter then a remanufactured.
The only exception is domestic cars like a GM, Ford or Chrysler remanufactured is perfectly fine.
The only exception is domestic cars like a GM, Ford or Chrysler remanufactured is perfectly fine.
02-03-15, 12:22 PM
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02-03-15, 12:49 PM
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Also, how common is it that these can be rebuilt for this car, and who would one contact to perform such a task?
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02-09-15, 06:15 AM
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Just a general rule of thumb is to never buy a rebuilt starter or alternator as they tend to fail unpredictably and prematurely. It is perfectly fine and better to buy a low millage salvaged starter then a remanufactured.
The only exception is domestic cars like a GM, Ford or Chrysler remanufactured is perfectly fine.
The only exception is domestic cars like a GM, Ford or Chrysler remanufactured is perfectly fine.
02-09-15, 06:18 AM
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02-09-15, 07:28 AM
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Bottom line, starters, although not as prone to fail as much as they used to, still fail. And remanufactured staters will not last as long as originals.
Truthfully I haven't heard of many problems with LS starters, but yeah, they'll be some out there. Imagine luck plays a part in it, as well as the type of drive you do (stops and start ups, etc, if you work in sales and are always starting your car).
I probably start my car twice a day...once before my 42 mile commute....and once before my 42 mile trip home. Knock on wood I haven't had to replace mine.
Truthfully I haven't heard of many problems with LS starters, but yeah, they'll be some out there. Imagine luck plays a part in it, as well as the type of drive you do (stops and start ups, etc, if you work in sales and are always starting your car).
I probably start my car twice a day...once before my 42 mile commute....and once before my 42 mile trip home. Knock on wood I haven't had to replace mine.
02-09-15, 10:20 AM
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Bottom line, starters, although not as prone to fail as much as they used to, still fail. And remanufactured staters will not last as long as originals.
Truthfully I haven't heard of many problems with LS starters, but yeah, they'll be some out there. Imagine luck plays a part in it, as well as the type of drive you do (stops and start ups, etc, if you work in sales and are always starting your car).
I probably start my car twice a day...once before my 42 mile commute....and once before my 42 mile trip home. Knock on wood I haven't had to replace mine.
Truthfully I haven't heard of many problems with LS starters, but yeah, they'll be some out there. Imagine luck plays a part in it, as well as the type of drive you do (stops and start ups, etc, if you work in sales and are always starting your car).
I probably start my car twice a day...once before my 42 mile commute....and once before my 42 mile trip home. Knock on wood I haven't had to replace mine.
02-09-15, 04:31 PM
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Yeah I agree - and I have no idea what's involved to replace the LS stater - but I've read it's a real pain. Something you don't want to do twice.