New cabin air filter- possible shipping damage?

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  1. southtxprius

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    I ordered a new Toyota cabin air filter on eBay. 87139-YZZ10. It arrived today with only the Toyo box, which was quite damaged on more than one side. The filter looks alright except for the sides. I need another opinion on if the filter looks ok to install. Thanks.

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    #1 southtxprius, Dec 22, 2015
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    You should be fine. That filter does a lot less than you think either way.
     
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    Yeah, the white (firm) sides flex a bit, but the filter wasn't flattened. Thanks!
     
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    i second the motion, looks good. who did you get it from, poor shipping method, did you get a great price?
     
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    oemtoyotaparts. $28.95 with free shipping. Best price I saw for the oem Carbon filter- comparing dealers, Amazon, eBay, etc.

    I ordered the engine filter on Amazon from another merchant. Just shipped in the Toyo box again, but the box walls are thicker, and the filter is more sturdy. No issues.
     
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    that's a good price, i think i paid 36 at the dealer.
     
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    It's just a cabin filer,
    I got mine at Walmart. $13.00 Fram CF 10285
     
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    I have used a Fram filter before- just wanted the oem version this time around. Either way, it's much better as a DIY job that having the dealer perform this service.
     
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    i like the charcoal filter. maybe it doesn't do anything.:cool:
     
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