"The better idea is to stop “opening” your wallet. I sure you could love one year without buying anything. I’m sure they will get the message then!"
You may be overestimating the number of customers affected by (and thus concerned about) this decision. More a question of good will for the very small number of advanced hobbyists who are affected. My suggestion is to write a polite email to Howard Hitchcock or one his senior staff suggesting a fix or two, and asking for the plan going forward. My guess is we will hear something in due course. I'm sure they will also hear from their dealers with repair facilities. A little patience is warranted. It's still their slow season 
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