[universeman]

I have had mixed results with OEM parts. It seems to this layperson that Porsche does not allow the OEMs to just reuse the molds, materials and designs of the Genuine Porsche parts -- I can see this being a condition of them getting the contract to manufacture the parts -- so they make subtle design changes (probably reviewed and approved by Porsche) to make the parts different or dare I say - inferior - to the Genuine part.

I know it's painful but it seems that Porsche parts for most items that are "911-specific" like body rubber and seals, interior, drive train mechanicals, etc are better, while OEM versions of generalized parts like brakes, suspension, convenience systems, etc are fine. Just my .02