In a message dated 11/13/2005 6:51:44 P.M. Central Standard Time, barcand@xxxxxxxxxx writes: Having no local electronics store (the nearest Radio Shack is 100 miles away and poorly stocked) How can I get my hands on a replacement capacitor? Hi Bernie, I buy all my discrete components at Mouser.com -- they ship immediately and you'll have your parts in a couple of days depending upon the shipping option you take. Bob