I’m not sure exactly how to phrase the question, but let’s consider the likes of Autozone, Advance, O’Reilly, and maybe NAPA. Probably the most common I see around me. Is there one that is known to be the most corner-cutting, least reliable house brand parts, or something?

I’m curious because I usually have no brand loyalty and will just run into the nearest whichever store to rent a tool or get a part, etc. and am wondering how lucky I’ve gotten that nothing has been an outright lemon.

  • Vaginaler_Ausfluss@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    A lot of domestic parts all come from the same warehouse. Same manufacturer that’s doing the die and cast across all brands.

    AutoZone pays like crap to their employees and gouge their hours so the staffing is strung out as thinly as possible. I don’t shop at AutoZone for that reason. I would much prefer O’Reilly. They seem happier. Personal experience.

    • lazarinewyvren@alien.topBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      Advance does the same thing as far as hours. Our local has one guy in the store most days until 11-12 every day.

    • teamtestbot@alien.topOPBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      Honestly this is good to know too. I figured all of the house brands and tools are basically the same, so I might as well support the least shitty employer.