GL Class (X164) 2007-2012: GL320CDI, GL420CDI, GL450, GL550

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Old 10-05-2020 | 06:42 PM
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Mercedes Brake Pads

I went to my local Mercedes dealership today and purchased front brake rotors, brake pads and wear sensor for my 2012 GL350. I asked for OEM Mercedes brake pads part #164-420-26-20-64 and was given Star Parts Mercedes brake pads part #164-420-26-20-90 instead.. I was told it’s the same product and would fit my GL. I’ve never heard of Star Parts and wonder if Star Parts is of the same quality?

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Old 10-05-2020 | 09:06 PM
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Kinda changing the subject, but why don't you just get aftermarket ceramic? I put on EBC redstuff and I swear they're going to outlive the truck.

Less (visible) brake dust, too.
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Old 10-05-2020 | 10:17 PM
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Star Parts are Mercedes’ high volume lower price line.
Old 10-05-2020 | 10:31 PM
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So are Star Parts brake parts cheap and will they last as long as OEM brake parts?

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Old 10-05-2020 | 10:33 PM
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Never thought about after market parts. I guess next time I will.

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