Ron,
Chances are it'll be totally DIY. I'd say if you're comfortable installing
RAM in a computer that has a screwed-on case, you'll be fine - replacing the
innards requires removal of about 7 screws and the cover hinges.
-- Justin D.
-- NASP Newton Aluminum Shell Project http://newton.i85.net > From: Ron Uphoff <RAUphoff@earthlink.net> > Reply-To: newtontalk@planetnewton.com > Date: Sun, 20 Aug 2000 19:31:00 -0400 > To: <newtontalk@planetnewton.com> > Subject: NTLK Aluminum Shell Project > > I read yesterday on Info-Newt the estimated price for the Aluminum Newton > shell is about $120. That sounds reasonable to me. But before I commit to > purchasing one, I want to know how difficult it is to transfer the guts > into the new shell. I opened my Newt once to get my stylus un-jammed; > however, stripping off the entire shell!!?? I would like to hear from an > expert whether this is something a tinkerer can do. What level of > expertise is required, e.g., if you can upgrade the RAM in your Mac, > upgrade your eMate, etc. should you feel comfortable putting your Newt > into a new shell? > Shell suggetions: > Newton Pirate Flag logo Flappin defiantly and indefintely > Replacement lids in various colors > PC slot blanks > Matching stylus caps (hell,matching stylus for that matter) > Bottom line, if I feel comfortable swapping the inards, or if somebody > reputable will offer the service at anaffordaable fee, I'll buy one. > > Ron Uphoff > Knoxville, TN > from a Newton MP2100 and Eudora*************************************** NewtonTalk brought to you by:
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