It's really hard to say on the brands.. .I bet many of those ppl just buy from the OE and re-box them.

If it looks like the OE in the outward appearance, you may be fine. I didn't think they were much more from the dealer but it's been a few years since I've checked.

I got the Westar mounts installed. Car idles very smooth now. Box said made in China but I kinda figured it would be when a pair of them cost less than just one of the German brands. If I was putting it on a higher dollar car or a keeper, I would have bought the Lemforders. Anyway, they are a lot better than the old ones were and only time will tell how well they hold up, but that will be for the next owner to find out.

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