The right part....or a part that will work...

[CUDA JAS]

So which one do you go with....

I have learned over the last couple of years, from fixing other's, and my younger mistakes, that it usually pays to go with the right part, even if it costs a bit more or takes more time to find/get.

Here is my current example, small block heater hose nipples for an intake swap.

I can pick up some brass NPT fittings that will work or I can order the right parts from Mancini, and wait for them to come through the post to the Great White North. The right part only costs a little bit more.

Hmmmm.....I am not so sure I want to wait and follow my own advice.

What to do what to do.

Jason

[AARCUDADEN]

I know exlackly what you mean been there myself. Anymore if i know it will work and costs less thats usually the way i go 

[brads70]

With the postal strike going on...... UPS?

[CHL2T]

 If my local true value or auto parts store don't have it, then I'll order it

[Aussie Challenger]

In this case I would go with the brass fittings.   

[Grec]

I try to keep my engine compartment looking as factory-chrysler as possible, so my general rule of thumb is that if it's going to be plainly visible, I use a "correct" part.

That said, on something like a hose nipple, as long as it would be covered by the hose and hidden, I'd consider a shortcut. :-)