Aftermarket ignition module. good or bad?

[boostingbuick]

I need another module and was wondering if anyone has luck with aftermarket modules. Where and how much.

 

[MeanBuicks]

This is often discussed. My take is if you need an aftermarket unit, I've had good service from Echlin brand via NAPA and couldn't throw a Wells brand from Auto Zone far enough away from my Buick; POS!

 

[gyrhead]

No reason to buy aftermarket

We can supply a genuine GM module for $155 shipped. There's no reason to settle for offbrand modules at this price!

 

[boostingbuick]

Wow. I bought mine from a gm dealer years ago for $85. I am trying to do something I shouldn't do with mine. So I was hoping a cheaper aftermarket one would be a good test bed. Maybe I need to find a used one.

 

[Gary Wells]

Brian at GBodyParts & John Dicarlo, alias "Red Regal T" generally have some good used ones available very reasonably priced. I bought 2 each factory ignition modules and coil packs from Tom at Gyrhead a while back and they cleared up some ignition issues that I was having. Thanks again, Tom for the excellent price, service, and shipping on my order.

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[gyrhead]

Wow is right...

Wow. I bought mine from a gm dealer years ago for $85. I am trying to do something I shouldn't do with mine. So I was hoping a cheaper aftermarket one would be a good test bed. Maybe I need to find a used one.

You did well - suggested dealer list is $331.02

Can you even buy an aftermarket module for under $85??

A check of aftermarket list prices show a Standard Motor module at $228, Niehoff at $147, Borg Warner at $208, Carquest at $308, NAPA/Echlin at $301 and Wells at $241.

 

[bigmac_ns]

Carquest is $310 CDN for one at a discount "I often purchase parts" rate. List is probably close to $360 CDN so Gyrhead is bang on.