I created this thread for two reasons;
i) I have a place where I can keep a list of all my information on parts and pricing.
ii) Knowledge center for people to check prices quickly as well comment on.
In regards to the comments my current knowledge level of brands is at .5 out of 10 when it comes to car parts. The .5 comes from the front sway bar. Any information on brands to go for and shy away from would be great for any of the parts listed bellow.
Text Color Legend:
Black - Not Started
Green - In process
Red - Complete
If you have any questions or would like something added to this list PM me.
NOTE#1: All prices are in Canadian Dollars.
NOTE#2: Research on these forums suggest shipping with UPSS to conserve money at the boarder.
Car: 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 40th Anniversary Edition
Code Name: Joani
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Front Sway Bar: I have decided to go with Dorman over the Progress Bar from ZZP (Solid) / SLP Front/ Rear Pkg from 3800 Performance (Solid) / GMPP (Hollow)
Dorman Package includes the bar, bushings and links.
NAPA: $191
CarQuest: $150.50
PartSource: $153.02
Front Sway Bar Links: Research on this forum leads to conclusion to replace Dorman hardware with Moog and tighten profusely.
Moog
NAPA: $18.10/link
CarQuest: N/A They don't carry Moog
PartSource: $7.68/link
ZZP: $13.99/pair + Shipping
Serpentine Belt: I am not sure of the makes of them except for PartSource. I have not done research on the different types and the advantages of an upgrade.
Replacement for split stock supercharger belt with 3.8" pulley
NAPA: $44.40
CarQuest: $49.20
PartSource: $51.00 (Goodyear Make)
ZZP: $30.99 + Shipping
Fuel Filter: According to ZZP the fuel filter is a minor detail that can hinder your upgrading project. They are cheap and worth replacing especially if it is the stock OEM.
NAPA: N/A Still need to call
CarQuest: $10.00
PartSource: $13.00 - $14.00 (GK Industries) *Upgrade
ZZP: $14.99 + Shipping *Upgrade 20% increase fuel flow over stock OEM part
Iridium Spark Plugs: At 160000 km these should be check / replaced. The guy at NAPA said Iridium is the only way to go with the GTP. You can get poor results with anything else.
NAPA: $16.20/spark
CarQuest: $18.21/spark
PartSource: NGK $8.99/spark
ZZP: $44.99/six pack + Shipping
Dog Bones: These are the two cool things we can paint that are located on the back of the Radiator and hold the front of the engine. Most come with the bushing pre pressed.
NAPA: $55.90/bone
CarQuest: $12.00/bone (seems really cheap to me)
PartSource: N/A couldn't find the part
ZZP: Polished Billet Dog Bones $131.99/pair + Shipping (These look really sweet)
They have 1" shorter dog bones if you need to lift the engine up from the front sway bar however this can have negative side effects based on research found on this forum.
