I would agree - I do some of my own wrenching but it is nice to have the LBS support for some things. If you can justify spending a bit more you should be able to get into 105 territory for $1000 -$1100 at the LBS - maybe do that since you WON'T be paying a shop to tune up your BD bike.

I have a very similar story to Bengreen79. Noticed some ticking and some racket from the RD on climbs and have been back to the shop with it 3 times...I am two weeks away from the 1 year. He's tweaked the RD and as of today is going to tighten the BB and replace a chain. The chain is $15 more than purchasing on-line and I could easily replace it myself but with the local support it is hard to object. Seems a small price to pay. The mechanic even shows me how to do things for myself.