06-24-2007, 08:58 PM
NTIman Wrote:Just because an OEM part is made by the same manufacturer as an aftermarket part doesn't mean its the same quality either, just something to keep in mind.
Absolutely. At least I know w/ ford any part that gets the 'Ford' stamp goes though in house testing. Lots of times the aftermarket will send the stuff they know won't pass to Autozone/Advance/etc and send the 'good' batch to Ford.
Typically anything I know I want 'upgraded' I'll go aftermarket. If I'm just out to replace stuff, I'll get OEM. So basically most of the mustang is aftermarket. Some engine parts are OEM like coils/wiring/sensors.