[AlanMcR]

Vendetta or not, a commonly needed parts list is a reasonable idea. As far as buying non-MBUSA parts, I find that Caliber Motors (http://calibermotors.com/parts.html -> wholesale parts) provides parts at a reasonable price and delivery time. I had a parts guy in Santa Barbara, but he has been out on medical for a while. Seems like he is revving his business back up again. He really understood what the parts were for and would warn you if you were making a mistake (ie. forgetting a seal or washer).