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By Tim Plaehn, Marinefuel.com News
September 2, 2009

If you have a new marine engine, under warranty, sticking with OEM parts is the way to go , hands down.  Noteably, the cost of the parts is probably covered under the factory warranty. If your boat mechanic is recommending aftermarket engine parts for an engine under warranty, you may want to consider his motives.  Keep in mind also, the engine manufacturer will most likely specify that OEM parts are required to keep the warranty in force.

Consumable parts are another way to save significantly in comparison to OEM versions.  You can be assured that there are quality resources for aftermarket marine engine parts. Filters, belts, hoses, seals and so forth are available from aftermarket marine engine retailers.  This types of purchase is generally where you would pay a premium simply to have the OEM’s name stamped on the box.

Aftermarket engine parts can actually be an improvement on the OEM parts. If you have an older engine, parts manufactured to new,  improved designs could improve your engine’s performance. And, of course, there are parts specifically designed to improve engine performance. Aftermarket part supplier, GLM Marine, emphasizes the improvements they make to the original part designs. A little research can help you find parts that will both save money and make your engine run better.

If you require engine repair while away from your home and regular mechanic, the decisions concerning replacement parts can be a little tougher.  If purchasing aftermark marine engine parts, be sure you conduct thorough research.  If you are planning an extended voyage until your next opportunity for repairs, often OEM parts can provide peace of mind if you are not familiar with the aftermarket brands that are available.

The decision to chose aftermarket engine parts over the OEM items starts as a desire to save on the cost. You still want to use reliable parts, so talk to your mechanic and discuss his experience with using particular aftermarket suppliers. There are parts companies that put as much quality into their parts as the big engine manufacturers. In the modern world of out-sourcing for almost everything, the aftermarket part supplier may, in fact, be the supplier for the OEM.

Source:
marineengine.com

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