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Originally Posted by MikkiJayne
Audi timing gear parts are mostly made by INA. I've just done an A6 which had Dayco and Audi logos right next to each other on the belt, and likewise INA and Audi on the tensioner. I've even had INA parts in Audi boxes with no Audi markings on them at all. I'll put genuine parts on the everyday stuff since it's competitive with the aftermarket and sometimes cheaper, but the 8s get INA aftermarket because the genuine prices are ridiculous for most of the bits considering the only difference is the box they come in.
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Couldn't agree more. Rebuilt a cabrio a year ago and spent time investigating who were the OEM parts manufacturers. So many parts such as the drop links and indicators came with the VAG part numbers visibly scratched off! Sure the drop links still had the part no.
Half the price. That Audi badge costs a fortune.
If it's INA that's the OEM is more than happily buy the direct parts and save money. Might just be the 4 pots that get the Gates belts.