"the cost of new pumps and remotes seems to be very minor compared to the costs of other "systems" associated with RV's".....
Agreed, but the conversation is about beds/mattresses, not other systems.
Unless prices have come down (because of possible off-shoring the manufacturing of the pump), for the cost of replacing the pro-rated pump alone, a new mattress of equal quality could be had. I did enjoy the bed, while it worked...
Check out the reviews:
Select Comfort review
Note the warranty rating. If the bed is so good, why is the warranty rating on such a fine product so bad ?
Regards
Gemstone