I watched Due South as it was airing as well. Although, I've got to say, I think I had kind of the opposite reaction. I watched season 1 and was reminded just how awesome the show was, and continued to love it until Ray K came on. I have never really given the Ray K years to close of a rewatch and I really mean to one day, because fandom is so in love with him, I obviously gave up too soon. But I really do love Ray V.