THe only way to curtail the "my way" guys is to stand your ground!
As Harold stated, the Board of Appeals. Or, try talking to the Inspector, if not go to the Elec Sub-Code, then the Construction Official. (Chain of Command in NJ)
I can say 'I'm not right all the time'; I'm not "God"; I'm human, I make mistakes & I'm not affraid to admit it.
