I need to replace my pump. Is it OK to by a after market or the OEM?
Thanks
I'm seeing remanufactured OEM from dealer (check bernardiparts.com) is cheaper than aftermarket (I used Rockauto.com for comparison).
Bernardi is $288 - $50 core ($238). Rockauto is $326 - $50, or $390 - $40 for AC Delco brand (all remanufactured).
New OEM is only $318 (cheaper than Delco reman), but no real reason to pay the add'l $50 over reman.
..... but wait..... I also see Autozone with a pump for $140. plus $28 core. That's the better deal, especially w/o shipping, AND the AZ Duralast brand seems to have positive comments from users on the internet.... it's remanufactured in USA, and has limited lifetime warranty if I'm not mistaken. I'd probably go that way if you can get one from Autozone.
There shouldn't be any real reason to stick strictly to OEM if that's what you are asking.... just avoid cheap aftermarket crap (look for comments/reviews on the internet for comparisons). Duralast looks good at first glance.