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Just my opinion here Mark. I cannot comment on the quality of new manufactured parts from either of our sponsors who make them.

If you have the original and it is in restore able condition I would always opt to keep all the original parts that came with the boat. For many here, the hours spent on restoration are well worth it in the end. Purists will always judge value in strict accordance with originality. I am sure if you do replace with new parts there will be someone here who would love to have what you remove if it is in good condition.

Gary