AppleCare

Got a brand new ipod back from Apple.
I guess the one I sent in for service was worthless.
Quickie FedEx service. Well worth the $47 policy.
If you buy an ipod, get the AppleCare.
Mine lasted a year of my torturous handling before it started to die...
For what it is (a tiny harddrive with sensitive parts and firmware) it's a sturdy lil thang.
That's all. Get the warranty.

PEACE.