Using aftermarket chargers, USB cables

Has anyone had any issues using aftermarket home / car chargers and USB cables to charge their ipods? Or, heard of any horror stories? I bought a kit off ebay that comes with a retractable USB cable, car charger, and home charger that comes with all the safeguard circuitry to prevent overcharging and heat issues. I have a new Ipod Video 30GB that I'm about to use with these chargers. I just couldn't see purchasing the Apple Brand Charger for $29.00 where I bought all three items for less than $20.00 (includes shipping). I know I'm risking it with my warranty / etc. although I have not heard of any horrors stories... Here's a link to these chargers:
http://cgi.ebay.com/APPLE-IPOD-3G-4G-NANO-MINI-U2-BLACK-CAR-WALL-CHARGER_W0QQite mZ9701956990QQcategoryZ73834QQcmdZViewItem
Pentium M 1.7 laptop   Windows XP Pro  

I bought a set of generic car & wall chargers at Circuit City (not the same ones you have) and they didn't charge the 5G at all - but they didn't make it blow up either. They do work with my daughters Nano, so I gave them to her. As it has turned out I have not needed these chargers so I have not tried any others.
In short, my advice is to avoid the aggravation and just buy the apple ones.

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