911: Macbook Hinge Repair Help

[pdechavez]

Hell All,

Im having a very disturbing problem with my macbook pro and i just passed the applecare date. I've decided to fix it myself but I need to know which parts I need to buy. I really need help with this one since I love my macbook pro 🙁

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[tjb1]

Here are the OP pictures, easier to see in a post BTW. You may be able to find the parts you need by browsing the ifixit teardowns.

Click for bigger!

 

[smallnshort247]

Sorry about the damage. On another note, nice Mac Pro!

 

[AlphaDogg]

Sorry about the damage. On another note, nice Mac Pro!

I don't see a Mac Pro. Anyway, the OP will need to buy a new glass piece, glass adhesive strips, a new hinge cover, and new hinges. It might just be worth it to purchase a new display assembly... It would be in your best interest to purchase a new display assembly, because of the time it would take to repair that yourself.

I am not sure if you have a 15" or 13" (but I am fairly certain it is a 13"), so I will just post links for both.

15" glossy display assembly
15" antiglare display assembly

13" glossy display assembly

 

[pdechavez]

thanks everyone for your help. There is a mac pro on the first pic, didnt realize that lol.

This thread is still open to suggestions =)

I went to apple and they quoted $881 for a new screen assembly... =(

 

[pdechavez]

Here are the OP pictures, easier to see in a post BTW. You may be able to find the parts you need by browsing the ifixit teardowns.

Click for bigger!

btw, thanks for reposting the pics! Coulnt work the first time.

 

[pdechavez]

Are these the parts I need to fix this problem?


http://www.powerbookmedic.com/MacBook-Pro-15-Unibody-Clutch-Cover-p-17674.html

and

https://www.powerbookmedic.com/15-MacBook-Pro-Glass-Adhesive-Strips-p-17557.html

and

https://www.powerbookmedic.com/Unib...lacement---Front-Bezel---15-Inch-p-17321.html

thanks for the help

 

[wordoflife]

Wow, was it dropped?
I'm glad my thing didn't spring open like yours did when I dropped mine.

AppleCare wouldn't have covered the damage unfortunately if you had it. You should probably still take it in and see what they say.

 

[Bankaimadness]

OP is it a 13 inch or a 15 inch?
And yea like the above user asked, Was it dropped?

 

[pdechavez]

OP is it a 13 inch or a 15 inch?
And yea like the above user asked, Was it dropped?

Yes it was dropped. It is a 15in laptop. Any idea what parts I need to get this fixed? I can get it done myself, just need to know the parts.

 

[AlphaDogg]

Are these the parts I need to fix this problem?


http://www.powerbookmedic.com/MacBook-Pro-15-Unibody-Clutch-Cover-p-17674.html

and

https://www.powerbookmedic.com/15-MacBook-Pro-Glass-Adhesive-Strips-p-17557.html

and

https://www.powerbookmedic.com/Unib...lacement---Front-Bezel---15-Inch-p-17321.html

thanks for the help

No, you also need replacement hinges. But those parts are correct for your computer.

 

[nospeed411]

800 bucks....HUH???????? I just had my entire screen assembly replaced at Apple and the charge listed on the receipt was $367.00. Granted I did not have to pay because it was under warranty. What gives with the 800 price tag? Can post a copy of receipt is needed.

 

[pdechavez]

Ugh, im debating if I should sell it for a lame price. Its a great computer, just need a new battery and charger plus the screen. Im deciding if I should repair it myself or get a professional.

Apple said they need to replace the entire unit which is stupid because I dont need a new LCD panel or wifi antenna which is $867 canadian...

 

[dannieloco]

Ugh, im debating if I should sell it for a lame price. Its a great computer, just need a new battery and charger plus the screen. Im deciding if I should repair it myself or get a professional.

Apple said they need to replace the entire unit which is stupid because I dont need a new LCD panel or wifi antenna which is $867 canadian...

Ive opened many macbook pros and it's REALLY NOT THAT HARD TO DO THAT. I just cant seem to find what screws to tighten to fix the hinge.. My hinge isnt too loose but it rocks back and forth and I want to fix it!

Any ideas??