Well, after checking around some of the other local suppliers in my neighborhood, I found one with the part in stock!

Autozone had it, I bought it, installed it, and am good to go.

So yes, I get the picture, I have a new local supplier and do not have to depend on dealer or mail-order for everything. Not only that, the part was NOT made in China.

Additionally, I make it a practice to avoid PEP Boys at all costs.

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1988 300 TE (departed)
1994 945T (still running strong with an upgraded cam) 349K
1986 242Ti (deceased)
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