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I can’t or won’t disagree with you and I’ll agree that it certainly delays the transition to EV’s until a robust used market develops.
Arguably that market is developing as we type. Check any used car site and you’ll see dozens of used EV’s. The prices are still too high imho, but they will keep coming down.
The Ptfe tube is likely the answer, if you can replace I recommend trying to. Make sure it is seated correctly and properly clamped in place when you’re putting it back together.
Good luck!