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| Click here to select a new forum. | | Aluminum PowerBook feet? | Posted by: BGoins12 on 2012-01-10 19:13:38
So... this is driving me nuts. When I got my 12" AL, I noticed that the feet were worn down to the point to where the whole bottom of the computer was touching any surface I put it on. I tried using some generic stick on feet as a temporary solution, but the adhesive broke down and is making a huge mess, so I cleaned it off and I'm back to square one. Is there a better solution for this (IE Apple Replacements?), or am I stuck with another backwoods repair? Any help is appreciated on this!
| Posted by: antony701 on 2012-01-11 07:07:11
My PowerBook G4's feet are all intact.
I tried using some generic stick on feet as a temporary solution, but the adhesive broke down and is making a huge mess, so I cleaned it off and I'm back to square one. To clean off sticky residue, I usually use WD40 or ISO PRO. Spray on a kitchen paper then rub on the affected area off.
Some suggestions:
1) Try different brand of stick on feet. Brand matters.
2) You can try this http://www.welovemacs.com/0761063.html or http://www.welovemacs.com/mrc0062.html (Okay, I know they are not cheap)
| Posted by: BGoins12 on 2012-01-11 07:38:56
Good thing I did some searching. PowerbookMedic has them for $9.95.
http://www.powerbookmedic.com/Bottom-Feet-Replacement-Set-Aluminum-G4-p-16614.html
It seems that looking over that We Love Macs site, they are grossly overpriced on everything.
| Posted by: beachycove on 2012-01-11 11:35:49
A little dab of ShoeGoo (or any of a similar range of clear goops) will stick to it forever, be relatively unobtrusive — as it will settle overnight into a little dot, do the same job, and will cost pennies.
Stinks for a couple days but sticks indefinitely. As it is see-through, it'll even look sort of meant.
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