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What sort of problems might be expected when buying from someone like
that or is it a totally bad idea?

I've had two different experiences with Chinese suppliers besides being
happy with the product. One was the product was a counterfeit, and only
bore the brand name to fool the buyer. The other was that the equipment
was used, and was "cleaned up" to appear new.

Honestly, most of the time I have been happy. But if you get ripped off
with a counterfeit $2K part, you really get ripped off bad.

Surprisingly, the "no-name" or "Shin-Wa-Fuh-Kew" type parts have turned
out to be mostly good deals. You'll never hear of the brand again almost
as soon as they sell to you, but it will show up with a different badge a
couple of months later, the same bolt-for-bolt, except for the glue-on
logo plate.

LLoyd


LLoyd