Remanufactured MAF

[q45j30guy]

My 94 Q needs a new MAF new ones looks to be about $450 and I found reman units for $260. Has anyone had any experience with reman MAFs? Would love to get by only spending $260 but don't want to end up with a piece of crap either.

Thanks

[Q45tech]

Nothing really goes wrong with MAF other than internal solder joints failing from vibration and temp cycles.

The solder repair takes an expert about an hour [with practice] plus time to harden the new rtv to seal housing and testing so $250 is fair price.

Soldering and troubleshooting electronics is a skill everyone should spend a year learning to develop.

[maxnix]

Let's see, the original lasted 14 years at $458.95 (Joe's price), that would be $32.78 per annum.

How long do you think the remanufactured one will last? If it is only 7 years you lose money. Why are peopple constatntly surprised when they discover they are drving a $50K+ (in 1994 dollars) luxury imported V8?

[q45j30guy]

I tend to agree with your thinking, however looking forward I may have this car another 3 years before I replace it so considering buying a less expensive part make sense if it can get the job done. If it can't I will gladly pay the full boat for OEM

[lino]

My 94 Q needs a new MAF new ones looks to be about $450 and I found reman units for $260. Has anyone had any experience with reman MAFs? Would love to get by only spending $260 but don't want to end up with a piece of crap either.

Thanks

Do you mind sharing a link or contact info for who is selling the reman units

Thanks

[q45j30guy]

http://www.rockauto.com

advance auto also has them as well but about $20 bucks more

the brand is CARDONE