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Old 10-24-2014, 09:36 AM   #4
da-burb
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Re: Best Quality Patch Panels

Not quite right on the all parts come from the same place. There are 7-8 major stampers actually making the parts. Big items like doors I have heard are "shared" with one company making them and others relabeling them. I have seen tailgates from one supplier weigh 52# and the same gate from another supplier weighs 36#. Cab corners from one place 18ga and the others looked the same but they were 20ga. There are differences and you need to find a supplier you trust. The closer to your door the better since shipping is sometimes more expensive than the order. Tri-Plus is one of the best available and they do stamp many of the panels imported by Key Parts.
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