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Originally Posted by BRENT in 10-uh-C
Oh my gosh, I could overwhelm you with 'stuff' that doesn't fit. The underlying issue is hobbyists do not 'restore' parts any longer. They just want to be parts changers with many of the newer generations having expectations where the part/item needs to be a perfect fit right out of the package. The manufacturers can provide this, ...however when the truth is told, generally speaking Model-A hobbyists just will NOT pay the extra $$ for top-quality merchandise. Don't believe me, call Steve, Don, Jeff, or any of the other people in our industry to manufacture and sell, and see what they tell you.
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To be fair, that's just the direction the automotive industry has taken. Long gone are the days of zerk fittings, turning rotors, and rebuildable parts. Just being a parts changer is all these younger guys have ever known.