I'd rather buy parts from Russell, and support him, such that he finds the means to produce more DIY pages, than to support a chain store. I also like to shop at a local parts store with old guys at the counter (my local NAPA) as opposed to the 20yo kid at a fits everything chain. I bought the extreme kit from DG with the valve adjust wrenches and was happy with the fit and quality of everything. I'm also only two hours from Atlanta, so shipping is quick too. I did have an order where I bought parts I didn't need from DG, sent him an e-mail, mailed the new un-used stuff back with a wish list, and two days later had spare parts and stuff I needed.

On another note I've been very happy with Phil at Fastlane (link at top of this page). A neat guy to chat with and again, I like to support the people that help support us.

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2000 C230 Kompressor "Frosty"

2007 PT Cruiser
2001 VW TDI Beetle
1999 Landrover Discovery II
1971 Corvette

Gone: 97 Cabrio, 83 240D, 93 VW Eurovan, 95 Volvo 850, 93 Chevy Astro Van, 77 VW Bus, 99 VW Jetta, 74 VW Bus