With work and rain it has been hard to find the time to make the repair!

I really appreciate the fact that you have had the same issue, found the solution and took the time to respond to my post!

You mentioned that yours had a "burning oil" scent. Mine smells more like brakes? or electrical?

Took the car on a 40 mile drive last night with no issues. I did smell the odor (but not as bad) when I first turned on the defrost even when it was set on the cool setting.