on 09/05/04 22:39, Scott Detwiler at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > I just acquired a Pismo, and am enjoying it. > > I have noticed some play in the hinges. They are still firm when > moving, but there's a brief lag before they catch when adjusting the > screen. The lag is about an inch when measured at the top of the lid. > > Is this something I should be preemptive about and look into replacing? > I have seen stories of video cables torn by broken clutch parts. Or > does it sound like I still have time before anything is at risk? > > I would do the repairs myself. I've already been in and out of several > 2400c's and lived to tell the tale--the Pismo looks like a dream to > work on compared to that. > > The hinges/clutches ain't cheap--I can see that--so I don't want to > jump in lightly. On the other hand, I want to protect my investment > where prudent. > > Advice? > > Scott >
I think you're fine. My Pismo has similar behavior since I got it, almost 2 years ago and it didn't get worst. -Laurent. -- ============================================================================ Laurent Daudelin AIM/iChat: LaurentDaudelin <http://nemesys.dyndns.org> Logiciels Nemesys Software mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] copy protection n.: A class of methods for preventing incompetent pirates from stealing software and legitimate customers from using it. Considered silly. -- G-Books is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- Check our web site for refurbished PowerBooks | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-Books list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-books.html> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:" Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- >The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---------------------------------------------------------------