I think it would be easier to stick with OEM parts tbh.
Your post does suggest the next question though- the place I went to yesterday has a black one and a silver one, which would people choose?
Silver, for the same reason as above.
Though, for the savings, you could get it wrapped in any colour you like.
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I think it would be easier to stick with OEM parts tbh.
Your post does suggest the next question though- the place I went to yesterday has a black one and a silver one, which would people choose?