IansPlatinum
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Maybe this has been covered in the past, but from my research results into this site I've only seen it claimed but not proven: The "OEM" oil trap is not identical to the genuine volvo one.
I recently purchased both "OEM" oil trap from FCP and a genuine unit. The genuine one has a different method of joining the two halves together. The plastic is also a different finish. Both parts are the same fit, no issues with fitment. I bought the genuine unit after reading up on the subject and finding some claims that the genuine had better joining/sealing. I'd venture to say that is true. Genuine unit appears soldered while the "OEM" unit appears adhered. When the two halves break or crack, oil leaks out onto the engine, so this detail is important.
Here're the photographic comparisons. "OEM" one is more shiny, genuine is more matte.
I recently purchased both "OEM" oil trap from FCP and a genuine unit. The genuine one has a different method of joining the two halves together. The plastic is also a different finish. Both parts are the same fit, no issues with fitment. I bought the genuine unit after reading up on the subject and finding some claims that the genuine had better joining/sealing. I'd venture to say that is true. Genuine unit appears soldered while the "OEM" unit appears adhered. When the two halves break or crack, oil leaks out onto the engine, so this detail is important.
Here're the photographic comparisons. "OEM" one is more shiny, genuine is more matte.