Outer Tie Rod End

[Blade69]

I took my X in for a front to back check to decide on whether or not to cancel my extended warranty. The mechanic said he wishes he could have found something wrong but it's in good shape. The only thing he noticed was that the bushing around the outer tie rod end is worn. He said I'd probably need to get it fixed in the next 2-3 months. He initially said that all I would have to replace was the bushing, but he'll call me back with the total. When he called back, he said he couldn't get just the bushing and that I would need to replace the whole tie rod end. So instead of it costing roughly $40 for what he estimated the bushing would cost, it would cost about $180, then an hour of labor. Then recommended a wheel alignment. So now I'm closing in on $400. Mind you, this is not the stealership. It's European indy shop. Anyway, I called my previous mechanic and he suggested that maybe I should get the part.

SO....my question is this. Has anyone used and can suggest any of the following brands:
MOOG
Raybestos
Beck/Arnley

Since I have time, I'm ordering them off Ebay and having my previous mechanic put them on. I didn't even consider A/C Delco due to an alternator issue with my Audi. Long story. Thanks in advance.