If you’ve done some research on modifying vehicles, you’ve probably seen the term “OEM.” Maybe you don’t know what it means. The problem is that the more you read about “OEM” the more ways you see people use this term.
Let’s start off with some things such as OES. OES stands for Original Equipment Supplier. This is pretty much the same as OEM, which means Original Equipment Manufacturer. Notice the distinction between both of these.
Vehicle manufacturers don’t create the parts; they get the parts from specific manufacturers, such as Brembo, VDO, Stealth Auto, etc. So in other words, Stealth Auto is the OEM/OES for parts. The parts are then shipped to the vehicle manufacturer and placed onto the vehicle.
When the car is bought and the part needs to be replaced, they either go to the dealer to buy the original part, which is manufactured by the OEM. They can also search for the specific part in the aftermarket world as an OEM. Sometimes if you buy the part from the aftermarket industry, the box can be different. No need to worry. This is the same part, but at times the packaging is different due to contracts where a manufacturer isn’t allowed to distribute under the name of the auto place. Sometimes you can even save up to 60% off by doing it this way.
One last thing you can do is to find a generic version of the part in the aftermarket. There are several manufacturers that make an exact replica that’s just as good as the name brand. Just remember though that there are times that the exact replica isn’t as good and doesn’t have the same quality as the original. It’s best to stay with the name brands so you don’t get ripped off. Do your homework before purchasing, because there are other knock off versions that are just as good.
You can also find aftermarket parts from other companies that offer nothing but aftermarket products. Just remember to also do your homework before buying from aftermarket companies. Most of the aftermarket companies out there are good and do offer quality parts.
Stealth Auto is one company that offers quality parts and is there to offer customer satisfaction. Not only will Stealth Auto offer quality parts, but they’ll answer any questions that you may have too. By phone, or by email, there’s always somebody there to help you with all of your wants and needs.