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Old 05-12-2018, 09:55 AM   #38
SARAFIL
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Originally Posted by rumatt View Post
Hold on a second. There's a difference between non-OEM and not-the-same-shape.

When I get a non-OEM windshield or control arm it still fits perfectly and provides the same functionality.

A smaller rear window (or reduced headroom if that happened too) is changing something fundamental about the vehicle. I feel like there's a valid complaint here, even if they are allowed to use non-OEM parts.


I agree - it should be an equivalent part, and if not then that is an issue. Not sure how far out of spec it is just based on this pic though, would need a closer look to tell.
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