It's kind of like Hobbyking. Looks like DLE tries to play it both ways so they supply engines to their "authorized" dealers and at the same time also supply to deep discount dealers. Last I checked, HK has DLE engines too and they are not on the dealer list. I don't know whether ignition counts as a warranty repair, but I have replaced ignition with VH. I do agree you get what you paid for, and a local guy who charge the full price would give you better service. But there is no local guy where I live, and I don't mind replacing parts myself when I have a problem. You can buy DLE parts from at least 5 different vendors online.