Does Your Farm Equipment Need OEM Parts?

If your farm equipment needs a replacement part, you may be wondering whether to choose an OEM or aftermarket option. While both have their perks, we encourage you to check out our article below to discover how an OEM part will likely benefit your machinery in the long term. 

What Are OEM Parts? 

OEM parts are components that are produced by the same company that manufactured your farming equipment. As a result, these parts are always going to be completely compatible with your machinery, ensuring they perform at their absolute best. While they take longer to produce, these OEM parts are typically made to be of higher quality and are more likely to last the rough and tough wear you put your farming equipment through.

When to Buy Aftermarket Parts 

A majority of the time, if your farming equipment needs a replacement part, it’s better to search for an OEM option rather than grab an aftermarket component. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Because OEM parts take longer to manufacture and are made for specific pieces of machinery, they’re often much harder to find. Aftermarket parts can provide a helpful temporary fix to ensure your farm equipment doesn't fall further into disrepair as you look for the correct OEM components. They’re also a more affordable alternative for components that are replaced more regularly, such as filters and fuses. 

Whether you’re looking for a unique OEM component or a few helpful aftermarket parts, we encourage you to stop here at Bucklin Tractor & Implement to find all the tools, accessories, and parts you could possibly need for your farm equipment! We have several locations across the state of Kansas so, no matter where you’re located, there’s sure to be a Bucklin Tractor & Implement just nearby.