so I got 2 of the same A/C suction hoses, both OEM, one not in the original package for $35. and one for $125 in original factory packaging. the packaged one has end caps on it, clearly Brand New. the one Not in the package looks a little dusty but it does not seem to be used, but how can you tell? which would you use?

 

Short answer is, I don't know. There is now way to tell if one is better than the other.

If the cheaper one is the same size and bent the same as the packaged one, then go with the cheaper one? See if both have the same black sticker on the foam with the OEM part number?

 

yes, both have the correct stickers on them. Ill go with the cheaper one as its a lot less expensive and looks to be new. should be good to go. thank you!

 

I would go with the one that is the same as they come from Honda.

 

they are both the same except one is in the original packaging, both have the same OEM stickers on them. so both are OEM.

 

If you feel that both are Honda parts what question can we answer.

 

good point lol I guess I got lucky finding the part for $30 OEM while the one in original package is $125, shipping it back to today. seller pays shipping. so im good to go.

thank you!

 

If one is old stock, especially if it is much older than the other one, I'd go with the newer one

 

they are metal suction hoses. there is no way to determine which is older. all good here. thanks!

 

Right, I took another look. Since it's metal (covered with insulation), you are good to go!