Notes from the yard
Parts advice
Fitment, condition and interchange, written by the people who pull the parts off the cars.
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- 0118 August 2026
How to check a used alternator before you buy it
Four quick checks that tell you whether a second-hand alternator is worth fitting, before it goes anywhere near your car.
Read - 025 August 2026
Why Japanese parts interchange more than you think
The same component often fits across several models and years. Knowing where the overlaps are can turn a hard-to-find part into a stocked one.
Read - 0322 July 2026
What happens when a car arrives at our yard
From the moment a vehicle is unloaded to the point a part appears on this website, here is the process.
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