The fact of the matter is, All parties envolved are a bit guilty of something. By no means do I like to hear that someone gets screwed, But this is a good learning lesson for you...and anyone who reads this.
Phil
PS, as far as I am concerned $35 seams quite reasonable for what you did get...Up here a complete linkage was quoted at $155. But thats our stupid over priced canadian way. there is nothing Pre 95 in our junk yards up here.