Thoughts on Ebay Engine Parts

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I hate going to the boat stores with the huge mark ups,   what are your guys thoughts on a part like this from ebay?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chris-Craft-Circulating-Water-Pump-7-4-8-2-Hi-Quality-I-O-Inboard-New-/371141505046?pt=Boat_Parts_Accessories_Gear&hash=item5669c1f016&vxp=mtr
I am a new boater with my first boat,  thats why some of my questions seem dumb
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  • Black_DiamondBlack_Diamond Member Posts: 5,439 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I bought 2 map sensors off ebay, they were Merc parts though, still saved $20 each. 

    Past owner of a 2003 342FV
    PC BYC, Holland, MI
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  • JC290JC290 Member Posts: 706 ✭✭✭
    As with anything its a matter of what you're buying and from whom 
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  • bigal6030bigal6030 Member Posts: 157 ✭✭
    E bay is fine just make sure the manufacturer and part number is what you are looking for.

    Big Al - 2006 - 270 Express Crusier

    Home port: Hammond Ind.

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  • FDNY49FDNY49 Member Posts: 116 ✭✭
    I agree bigal. Have saved $$$ with eBay. You can also do a google search for best price for what you are looking for.
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  • TikiHut2TikiHut2 Member Posts: 1,431 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Merc OEM parts are often found on Ebay from suppliers who are selling old overstock for a nice discount. Other non-OEM Ebay parts are often substandard with significant obstacles for refunds or may fail prematurely so buyer beware. If it's gonna break it'll usually be at the worst possible time.
    Mike
    2004 FV270, 300hp 5.7 350mag MPI Merc 305hrs, 2:20 Bravo3 OD w.22p props, 12v Lenco tabs, Kohler 5kw genset, A/C, etc.etc...
    Regular weekender, Trailer stored indoors, M/V TikiHut, Sarasota, Fl
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