ORIGINAL: Tired Old Man
So if one does not have a clue about how to handle an engine, then perhaps paying double for ''great service'' is the way to go. If you anticipate ruining your engine and desire a safety net to cover your *****, then spend a lot more money. Or you can still be provided great service with a very good engine for a lot less money by purchasing from the right dealers. Both brand names would provide great service.
I may put this in my sig.
As far as I know the DLE engines come with a 2 year warranty. If said engine is bought at a dependable dealer you get just as good of service as DA but at half price but with steel bolts and a muffler.