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Classic full of goo

Posted by: didius on 2013-09-22 03:03:24 I got a Macintosh classic today for a few euro's. The seller said it sounded like it was working, but the screen was nog functioning. Since it could be an easy fix it went to get it. When I got home I saw some goo dripping from the ventilation holes. The outside is in great shape, but the inside has been eaten by battery goo. This looks like a huge amount of damage that I can't fix. To bad. I guess i'll be on the lookout for a classic, in working condition but with a bad outside. 🙂

Posted by: genie_mac on 2013-09-22 03:34:55 Never say never...just ask Uniserver...http://68kmla.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=22035&start=0. The logicboard doesn't look too bad actually, no components missing. I would try cleaning it up and assess the damage then.

Posted by: bibilit on 2013-09-22 04:14:18 I agree, you have nothing to lose anyway.

Posted by: mcdermd on 2013-09-22 10:26:42 Start with a toothbrush and baking soda and see what happens.

Posted by: TheMacGuy on 2013-09-22 11:42:43 You never know. There could still be a living machine in there. Try cleaning it first (like the others said) and go from there.

Posted by: olePigeon on 2013-09-23 09:41:38 Looks fairly isolated to that corner. Give it a good clean as suggested. Could mostly be cosmetic damage.

Posted by: onlyonemac on 2013-09-23 10:22:43 If you turn it on, what happens? If you get a chime, then attempt a ressurection. If you get a sad Mac, send it to uniserver. If you get a big bang, send it to the tip.

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