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Old 06-17-2025, 12:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Fifty150hs View Post
I think I've replaced that many in the same time frame.
It doesn't help that I keep buying knock-offs but the OE items are insanely priced and don't seem to be much better (other than the fit).

In terms of fit etc., just for the record, the knock-offs I've tried are: -

Autopa - pretty average fit (meaning not good but manageable if you know how these work) - poor lifespan. Poor feel too - feels "broken" and spongy from new.

Frey - great fit (as good as OE) - seems to last well (not replaced it yet, after two years) - feel is not quite OE but close. Recommended.

No-name - this is the most recent replacement - fit is very poor, but I made it work with some tricks I've learnt along the way. Lifespan is unknown (it's lasted a week so far! ) but feel is pretty good, at least as good as the Frey - it opens the door positively at about 50% of the travel.
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