I'm very curious just how many parts are shared in the big 3 in new car manufacturing. Do you think or know they all use the same a/c compressors, starters, maybe even lifters and other engine parts? I know they aren't manufacturing their own stuff like they use to. The days when you could tell a Chrysler starter from a Phord or Chebbie are gone. They all sound the same to me. And we hear of lifter problems with Chrysler stuff and same for Chebbie.

Anyone know if they all have the same suppliers for many items?