Are OEM CV Axles Better Than Aftermarket?
If you need a new CV axle for your Mazda, you’re probably considering an aftermarket replacement. Here are some excellent reasons to choose a genuine OEM Mazda CV axle.
OEM CV Axles Are Designed and Engineered For Your Vehicle
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Aftermarket axles are often solid, while OEM axles are typically hollow. Solid axles are heavier, so they have increased rotational inertia which often leads to increased vibration. Increased vibration will wear out the seals at either end of the faster. Increased vibration will also wear out the joint more quickly. OEM axles use dampers to remedy this issue and reduce harmonic vibration from the powertrain. Aftermarket axles are also known to:
- Be made from lower-quality materials.
- Use less grease than recommended.
- Have excessive play in the CV joints.
The one-size-fits-all design of aftermarket axles will not be tailored to your Mazda's design.
OEM CV Axles Can Cost Less Over Time
The reliability of aftermarket CV axles can be uncertain. Shortcuts in materials and loose manufacturing tolerances can make aftermarket CV axles perform poorly and have a shorter life than OEM CV axles.
When researching online, it doesn’t take long to realize that aftermarket CV axles can be troublesome and unreliable. We often have good intentions of trying to save money up front on inexpensive parts. In the end, frequently replacing a cheap part usually costs more than buying a high-quality, reliable OEM part that lasts.
OEM CV Axles Are Easier To Choose
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There are countless aftermarket CV axle manufacturers. Researching prices, warranties, and reviews for so many axles can be complicated. Aftermarket manufacturers assign their own part numbers across their product lines. You’ll need to identify your old part and cross-reference their part number with the OEM part number to ensure the correct purchase. The aftermarket part number may cover many applications and not be as specific to your vehicle as an OEM CV axle.
Purchasing a genuine OEM Mazda CV axle is as simple as searching our website or calling us. We can immediately identify the exact replacement axle for your Mazda vehicle. Mazda frequently improves OEM parts to perform even better than the original. OEM Mazda CV axles come with a full 12-month warranty. If you need a warranty claim, give us a call. Peace of mind comes with every purchase of genuine OEM Mazda parts from REALMazdaParts.com. Learn more about the job your CV joints and CV axles do here.
OEM Mazda CV Axles From REALMazdaParts.com
When the time comes for CV joint or axle replacement, shop online at REALMazdaParts.com. You can be sure that:
- We have the right OEM CV axles for your specific Mazda vehicle.
- We sell genuine OEM parts that are backed by Mazda's manufacturer warranty.
If you have any questions, we've got a staff of Mazda enthusiasts that are always here to help. Don't hesitate to contact us!