[Chevy454]

That's a good point, Charley. I'm sure most of us here have been given the run around from a dealer at one time or another because of a non-factory (read: aftermarket) part on a vehicle when a warrantied part crapped out. This happens every day, but like you said, they have to prove that that part actually lead to a part's demise.

And, as for dad dumping the clutch, wouldn't the old story of "it was Sunday morning and we were headed to church" have fit just perfect! Again, curiosity question: do they all have the Torsen rear, or are some equipped with the Eaton?