First, I applaud those defending, not critiquing, the OP.
Second, I don't know anything naturally when it comes to mechanics, but I research like crazy and often fix my own things. In that process, I've discovered many "experts" who aren't really experts, so I totally understand the OP.
Third, bravo! You got it running! Though you put wayyyy more than I would've into that project (we can discuss sunk cost bias on another thread!), it must be satisfying to have it working well.
Fourth, and I have no idea why I'm numbering (other than to keep track in my head), I would not feel one iota of regret for not going back. I would, however--and this is a personal thing--have an issue with not having closure. Like, if I ever did need to go back there, or if he ended up working somewhere else in the future, etc.
So, fifth, were it me: I would think hard about how I could end things on a positive note. A sort-of, "alright, man, we're good to go, but let's figure out the best way to move on."
Good luck!
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