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Andy.:
I think the Ebay source is a bit expensive for what they are. I got two pairs from the DOC of another member, sure they were cheaper  :?:

muddyweb:

--- Quote from: "discodan" ---You can also source these from the Discovery Owners Club, www.discoveryownersclub.com. Personally I would support a local club rather than someone making a fast buck on e-bay with suspect quality parts.
Cheers.
--- End quote ---



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First off, the DOC is an international club,  not really a "local" one, not that it makes much difference in context, but let's be correct about it !

Second, the people on eBay can only make money if people are willing to pay their price, as such I don't think they should be accused of making a "fast buck"..  they are providing a service which is clearly needed at a price.

Third, unless there is some evidence that the parts sold by any individual or company are quanitfiably worse than any other, the term "suspect quality parts" is somewhat unfair, and would request that it's use be curbed.

I would agree that everyone should shop around for the best value, and if the DOC currently provides that then it would seem sensible to use them.  

I *believe* that it is not the DOC that sells these items, but more a member of the club, whom I believe is also a member of mud-club.

<Moderators Hat Off>

DiscoDan:
Ok Tim, point taken, sorry.

Leaving aside the issue of door springs I would support the principle that enthusiasts should support other enthusiaists who provide a service, even to the extent of paying slightly more, which I have indeed done. I assure you that in other areas of my life I spend ages shopping around before parting with my hard-earned cash!  :twisted:

Being new to the forums, I am amazed at the wealth of information freely given, and would support this in some small way financially, through club memberships, or through enterprising individuals filling a gap in the market.

Steps off soap box!  :D

Happy New Year.

muddyweb:
No worries....  and I agree fully about supporting those who support others...  

Of course, the guy on eBay might be an enthusiast too  ;-)

Wanderer:
One of the guys on ebay that was quoted in another thread is (and maybe in this one) is indeed an enthusiast but also trying to earn a crust, and doing a good job.
He starts the bidding low on the springs but quotes that they normally cost £10. It's always possible to get them off the person at £0.99 or whatever the bidding ends at as Tom pointed out. After all it is an auction.
 

By the way, Brian may well be a member of the Mudclub after I recommended it to him telling him what a lovely place it is.

Ed

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