Woody, some of us have a lifetime powertrain warranty. Tampering with that tranny fill cover and 'zip tying' it just might be extremely costly. Personally, I would prefer to check the level on occasion (before it becomes extremely expensive for both me and Chrysler). I'm 'old school' inasmuch as I like to make sure things are within tolerances about every other month. Its not 'whining', its pointing out the design could have been a little more owner friendly. Not everyone can or does all the tinkering you have done and do. What, did you have a bad day or something?