DANIEL TINDER (6/8/2010)
My inclination would be to replace when engine is out, since it's accessible/inexpensive. But, I've been advised that a good/U.S.-made one that functions well will last the life of the car, and replacing with a new, untested foreign part is only asking for trouble. Opinions?Daniel, My opinion is; How do you know that the " good/u.s. made one" is made in the us.? regardless of the brand name these days. I brought a rear uni joint by HARDIE SPICER who you would think was good maker, but clearly marked on box,is marked; Made in Japan. the reality is theres a lot more quality built into offshore items these days and if a problem, it would be known with the info online available. Guess you only have to look at all the broken down T birds on side of road with blown throwout races to get idea of problem. Of course its wise to replace any servicable part when doing rebuild or maintenance of car. Fan belts, uni,s,clutch, etc. Stop worrying over the tinyest thing. Bill.