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Old 12-12-2015, 12:35 AM   #1
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Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

First time I've ordered an NOS part from them and the sale went through. Didn't expect that at all. Will see what happens.
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Old 12-12-2015, 11:06 AM   #2
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

I tried the same thing a month back, ordered a part from GM and the sale went through and I paid but the next day I got an email saying they no longer carry the part even though the part was shown as available. I called the number and the lady told me they just haven't bothered to go through their whole site and take out all the parts the no longer carry. Just a heads up
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Old 12-12-2015, 11:18 AM   #3
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

Not to hijack the thread but what is the part number?

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First time I've ordered an NOS part from them and the sale went through. Didn't expect that at all. Will see what happens.
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Old 12-12-2015, 11:21 AM   #4
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

Has anyone tried to repair the diverter box?
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Old 12-12-2015, 12:10 PM   #5
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

There are several posts on repairs to the flapper, just search it here.

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Old 12-12-2015, 01:08 PM   #6
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I tried the same thing a month back, ordered a part from GM and the sale went through and I paid but the next day I got an email saying they no longer carry the part even though the part was shown as available. I called the number and the lady told me they just haven't bothered to go through their whole site and take out all the parts the no longer carry. Just a heads up
That's what normally happens. Didn't this time. Scheduled delivery is the 18th.
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Old 12-12-2015, 01:09 PM   #7
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Not to hijack the thread but what is the part number?
I can't tell you that, because I'm going to buy a lot and sell them on this board. JK, the part is:

A/C Distribution (diverter) Box (Duct Air Selector) 3891276
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Thanks and well....um....I personally would not be waiting by the window for the big brown truck to show up. Though stranger things have happened! Good luck and happy holiday.

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I can't tell you that, because I'm going to buy a lot and sell them on this board. JK, the part is:

A/C Distribution (diverter) Box (Duct Air Selector) 3891276
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Old 12-13-2015, 09:19 AM   #9
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

It seems, through the years, GM has reproduced these on and off. Maybe they made another batch.
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Old 12-13-2015, 02:12 PM   #10
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

That's one of the issues with NOS. I define NOS as "made with the batche(s) intended for production" but we get a lot of "ran out of service parts and needed to make more". Door handles are a good example, since they weren't well made in later runs.

Same with dash clusters - they were made NOS for years, but they're painted silver, not plated. Still "NOS" technically though.
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Old 12-19-2015, 09:04 PM   #11
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

Out of curiosity, did the deal happen?
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Old 12-20-2015, 04:00 PM   #12
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Out of curiosity, did the deal happen?
Sure did, just opened the box. The diverter still has the GM sticker on it. One duct is cracked, the metal is rusted, and it appears someone has tried to install it. Refund/exchange requested. If I knew I could get away without damaging it, I'd switch the flap out with mine in "principle"......ha!
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Old 12-21-2015, 10:15 PM   #13
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&$*&$ GM Parts Direct. Phone call, email, still haven't heard back. Their website says "won't refund shipping" and "subject to 35% restocking fee". I say bet me.

Edit on 12-29-2015: Do yourself a favor and don't order one of these through them. No response after 7-8 contacts via email and phone messages. I've opened a "case" through one of two payment methods used.
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Old 01-01-2016, 08:38 PM   #14
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

The seller refunded the money and case closed. I still have an NOS diverter with a crack on one end. I'll give it a couple weeks, sell for cheap.

1st pic: The crack is just above the label I'm holding. Runs about 3/8" from the end:

2nd pic: Shows the rust. Poor pic., but the rust is minor. Still not exactly a "new" part.



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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

WHY DID THEY REFUND YOUR MONEY and not replace it? With the refund they didn't want it back? Pm me when you get ready to sell it I may be interested! 1st dibs on it
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Re: Go figure, GM Parts Direct may have NOS A/C diverter boxes

These are still readily available through GM. They have not been discontinued yet. I sell Genuine GM ones instead of the reproductions. WES
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I can attest. I just received mine from GMPartsDirect and low and behold its the right one and in new condition. $99.99 delivered.
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I don't see them on your website, can you direct me?

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Is this something that usualy wears out/breaks on A/C trucks? Do they just crack wirh age?
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The rod/lever detaches itself from the door. I haven't seen any really good fixes other than replacing it.
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The rod/lever detaches itself from the door. I haven't seen any really good fixes other than replacing it.
Thanks for the info, I'll have to check that on my truck.
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There is no pic on their website. It's part number 3891276. Google "GM Duct 3891276" to see photos.
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Score! And they are having a sale to boot - $96.59 shipped. Thanks AASmedic!
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Sweet!!! You bet.
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