ah, that makes sense. and yes, i used to see the same alternators at walmart now that i think about it. always the same guys month after month, and piles of them.

in regards to sideswipe, perhaps i'll pick up a couple tomorrow then.

btw, do you guys think alternator prowl in the fishbowl packaging will be out before christmas? the 1st edition is already bumping up in price on ebay. i'd rather not overpay for an xmas present if there's the slightest risk it won't arrive on time.