Hey Doug_424,
I got a big kick out of your tractor parts analogy. LOL. Which the part about the cracked block reminded me that some time I need to do a Tech Tips on using a molten powdered metal technique which repairs blocks and other cast iron with nickle. I use it, if done correctly is stronger than original, and permanent. 
I fully understand some members are a little upset, as a matter of fact some are down right mad. How well I know! I also know that anger is a thief, it steal a persons objectivity.
I also know that when life give you lemons, you can make lemonade.
I have heard thru the grapevine that Sherry is trying to get her own magazine going. This is an extremely positive move that was not possible before. I can see enormous potential, such as developing into additional publications addressing the interests of pullers, toy collectors, literature collectors, the list can go as long as she wishes. She has a great opportunity to build her OWN business. I wish her tremendous success!
I agree with you that the officers will probably not be removed, though it is an option, I doubt there is sufficient support for it. On the other hand it does open the door for positive change. I think we have a great opportunity for improvement, and as such, should take advantage of it. I still gotta get out of here and go to work, so I can get off early this week to go to Louisville. Let me know what you think!
Later, Andy