You're "Tired" of differing opinions on an Internet forum? You don't have to agree with everything someone suggests, it's called discussion.
Everyone perceives view points differently and how they would handle the situation. Ultimately, it's up to the OP what they decide to do. I personally would return it, as suggested in my first post. But some forum members can live with defects, it's all personal preference and there is nothing wrong either solution, as long as the owner is content with that.