OH WHAT A RELIEF - since ZZP clearly had other S*** to deal with Aeroforce seems as if they will take care of the gauge issue

here is the email response I received early this morning from Aeroforce

Please send it in with the attached form and we'll take care of it.
Shipping costs(upto $10 domestic,$25 international) will be refunded on all warranty items.
Thank You,
Pat

Aeroforce Service Dept.