I agree with where this post is going on both sides. For instance, I know what kind of ignition coil, spark plugs, light bulbs, and whatnot to use without having to necessarily go to the vendors. Now if it comes to something like a waterpump, fuel distributor, or alternator - then you might be getting a bit more brave than myself. I remember before I bought the DeLorean; I didn't know what the color of antifreeze was. Now I know how to adjust the idle system, how some of the fuel system works, how to work on brake systems...but I know my lines and my limits. I devloped confidence and knowledge, but I know I still have so much to learn. The exhaust system - I've been getting excellent information from experienced people here on the list this week. Excellent tips, thanks again everyone. Point is, the more you do, the more you know, and the more one can make judmental calls like what kind of parts to use and when. It all depends on your comfort factor and your confidence level. Jeremiah _______________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Win 1 of 4,000 free domain names from Yahoo! Enter now. http://promotions.yahoo.com/goldrush To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/