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I usually don't post in the middle of this kind of thing but the only logical reason to give Chrysler royalties on a part, and have a more expensive retail item in the end, is if the part number or logos are clearly visible when the car is done. If you reproduced a crankshaft and paid to have the PN cast in it and it will never be seen after the oil pan is on would it be worth the extra money? Waste of resources in my opinion. Or am I off base?