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    cf29 cover plate

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by billlayman, Nov 20, 2009.

  1. billlayman

    billlayman Notebook Enthusiast

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    I recently got a cf 29 that is missing the cover plate under the keyboard. I'm putting it together for my grandson not resale. Has any one tried fabricating one out of sheet metal and sealing with silicone caulk or RTV. After pricing them on ebay .I'm leaning towards trying this at least temporarily till I get it up and running and maybe permanently if it functions properly. Any in site would be appreciated.
    edit: BTW I would be the only one working on it if it needed anything
     
    billlayman, Nov 20, 2009
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  2. Alex

    Alex Super Moderator

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    That would work

    The savings on buying a toughbook missing parts are not so great when the individual missing parts prices + shipping is factored in lol

    The only item that would be missing is the extra support brace



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  3. Toughbook

    Toughbook Drop and Give Me 20!

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    The part is only like $15.... I wouldn't jury rig a nice machine to save a few bucks.... You'd never get the seal you needed and it would look like crap.
     
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    h3lpmedic Notebook Consultant

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    Yah I have another one available, just PM me or post an email for me to get in contact with you.
     
    h3lpmedic, Nov 20, 2009
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    Couldn't have said it better myself
     
    Connor922, Nov 22, 2009
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    Ok guys

    I changed my mind on this after reading your posts
    You really hurt my feelings for being so cheap :eek:



    I did hear somewhere that duct tape seals well


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    Alex, Nov 22, 2009
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  7. billlayman

    billlayman Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ok Makes sense ,Thats why I asked (hmmm duct tape). I still have to get a hard drive for it and make sure its up and running then Ill get one
    BTW happy birthday Toughbook .
     
    billlayman, Nov 22, 2009
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    Thanks dude! :)

    By the way... Use Gorilla tape... Not duct tape.... MUCH better stuff!
     
    Toughbook, Nov 22, 2009
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  9. Silver Trooper

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    Happy Birthday Rick!! ;) :D
     
    Silver Trooper, Nov 22, 2009
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