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    Is the handle on your CF-28 loose? I found a fix.

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by 8man1320, May 25, 2008.

  1. 8man1320

    8man1320 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Will post up details soon.
     
    8man1320, May 25, 2008
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    Well, here how it fix it. Take it out and put it on a garbage and then install a new one. Simple.


    Ohlip
     
    ohlip, May 26, 2008
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    8man1320 Notebook Enthusiast

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    The long segment in the handle needs to be removed. (2 screws)

    There are posts on the two short side pieces. They fit into black oblong holders. 4 posts total.

    I used a BIC pen, and cut 4 small rings. Each ring fits over a post. (tight fit)
    Each post, with its new ring, fits back into the oblong holders.

    Then re-assemble. The handle is now a considerably better fit.

    Took 5 mins. And a cheap pen.
    I used the regular cheap ball point.
     
    8man1320, May 26, 2008
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    kd4e Notebook Consultant

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    EXCELLENT! This is the sort of "macguyver" repair that we need to learn more about. As the cost of living skyrockets, and the availability of parts for CF-28's shrink, we need to discover and share new ways to keep these fine laptops working.

    Sure appreciate your post!
     
    kd4e, May 26, 2008
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    gravitar Notebook Deity

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    Having a bad day today?
     
    gravitar, May 26, 2008
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    Hah...hah... no man, just kidding :D . A flat washer with exact dia. can do the job.



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    ohlip, May 26, 2008
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    sparkwrite Notebook Guru

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    ohlip: Watch the documentary Freedom to Fascism by Aaron Russo if you haven't already. Stunning. Spark
     
    sparkwrite, Jun 5, 2008
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    I split my casing and replaced two of the four nylon spacers (one on either side) with rubber o-rings and now my handle has a smooth gliding action, dont fit o-rings that are too big as the handle wont stay closed, just big enough to create some friction

    Historic Interview with Aaron Russo is also very good

    http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=5420753830426590918
     
    Dammad, Jul 7, 2008
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