OK all, before this does get ugly. Please step back, take a deep breath, and think about what you are saying. Things have skirted the edge, but have not gone over the edge, yet.
I understand where everyone is coming from. I understand the side of the correct way to repair the problem is to replace everything with a new return kit. I also understand the side of replacing just the part that is causing the issue and moving forward.
Is one way right and one way wrong, no, not necessarly. For example, this same exact problem, the E-2 has/had a return cap leaking, how was it, or how is it going to be repaired, the caps are going to be removed, o-rings replaced, lubed and the cap re-installed. Does this mean we are doing it the wrong way, no I do not think so. I have always been of the opinion, if the problem is fixed, and not rigged, but truely fixed, this the repair is a good repair.
I also know about the "small cost" of $30 or $40 dollars being a make or break deal. Usually it is not a problem, but things can and do happen that can make $30 a lot of money.
Please keep it civil. I do not want to see things get carried away.