Buying used excavator parts can be like walking through a scrapyard minefield — full of hidden gems and total junk, often side by side. One part could save your project thousands; the next could cost you your machine. In South Africa’s tough construction scene — where margins are tight and downtime kills — knowing how to tell a high-quality used OEM excavator part  from a worn-out dud isn’t just good business sense. It’s survival. This guide from Vikfin , South Africa’s leadi

In the world of heavy-equipment maintenance, one of the most crucial decisions you’ll face is whether to go with original equipment manufacturer (OEM)  parts or cheaper aftermarket  alternatives. For those working with excavators — especially contractors, fleet owners, and maintenance teams in South Africa — this isn’t just a theoretical debate. It’s a decision that impacts downtime, reliability, costs, and ultimately profitability. In this post, we’ll dig deep into why OEM e

Let’s cut the fluff.You ’re standing on a dusty site, your excavator’s down, and some guy just offered you a “genuine” Komatsu final...

When it comes to excavator maintenance, one of the most important decisions operators face is whether to go with OEM (Original Equipment...

At Vikfin, we’ve built our reputation on delivering high-quality used OEM excavator parts at unbeatable prices. We know that in the world...