I guess it might seem a little high $ wise but my original was rusted out in 2 spots and swelled up from rust scale in several places. I did find a couple steel ones that would have been usable but they also needed some work and the prices were nearly as much. I figure the aluminum one will add a little shine to the old gal anyway. I wondered if it was an aftermarket thing though as I have seen so few of them. Thanks for the info.