Date:         Thu, 5 Jul 2001 14:02:51 EDT
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From:         Frank Grunthaner <FrankGRUN@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Frankly, What I Need!
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Tim Smith's exit is regrettable but understandable. To each his own way. I
find the intolerance and sensitivity on this depressing as I have said, but,
fortunately, my household insurer has let me purchase a full replacement
warranty on the Delete key functionality on my keyboard. Just love those
mercury switches!

His comments on the vendors requires comment. I have no problem with Ron,
Ken, Steve and others charging a discounted price lying between dealer, FLAPS
and wholesale. They are often trying to make a living after all. If their
prices are too high, I'll buy elsewhere. In general, I'll buy the same OEM or
replacement part (same - means same so quality is not compromised) from
whomever will sell it to me for the least, and get it to me in a reasonable
time. If I get burned consistently (more than two out of four purchases) by
waiting so long for delivery that I forgot I ordered the part, then I'll not
return for any item. Being in the LA area, surrounded by cutthroat parts
sellers, numerous dealers, excellent salvage yards and the recycler, my view
is probably different from most.

But frankly, what I really need is a good machinist with a FAX and/or email
access who will accept a CAD drawing, cut and execute and ship for a fair
price. Running out of time and eyesight to do it myself!

Frank Grunthaner