RW> I always look for a bargain when it comes to buying parts, but almost
RW> always reject anything made in China. It used to be that way with
RW> Japanese
RW> parts some 40+ years ago, but they have come a long way since. Even they
RW> don't buy Chinese parts, but have their's made in South Korea, where
RW> labor
RW> is cheap and Japanese quality requirements is followed.

Only buy a Chinesse part if you intend on selling your car to your worst
enemy.  :)

RW> I had replaced the starter in my 72 Chevy Cheyenne with rebuilt starters
RW> from a local parts store. They lasted about a year and then failed. The
RW> starter was cheap enough to buy, but the labor to replace it was mine and
RW> I don't like to do any more than I have to.

Yes, even if it is my labor, I certainly hate doing the same job over and over
again because of a junky part.

RW> Buying American is good practice, but good American is sometimes hard to
RW> come by. I always try to buy American, but there are things that just
RW> aren't made here anymore.

Yes, try to find a TV made in America.  I try to buy everything that is made
in the USA - but some things they just don't make here anymore.

- Mark

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