Owner operator parts

For macks and volvos, definitely Dex Parts. Ive bought a complete engine from them as well as some fuel tanks

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They have new and used parts.

 

For new suspension parts I'd call Stengle Brothers in PA. For used parts I'd call Holst in Idaho. I would never put a used tie rod on though.

 

Suspension I go to a local spring/frame shop, I don’t buy used

 

Even with my discount, they are about $600 each. I have bought Meritor and Mack, they wear the same, and that's alright. Never buy used, safety first.

The cost is a shock, but it is part of being an O/O.

 

$500 each for tie rod ends?!?!

I’m outa touch…That seems like utter insanity? Are they greasable?

 

Pretty sure I was around 4K with king pins and leaf springs in 2023 to do everything, which was all 1997 original,

then of course it was all done again last year when I was hit head on, plus the steering box and pitman arm that time.

honestly I would look at doing it all so it’s done and you only have to align it once, especially if you plan on keeping the truck