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Beachguy

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Nov 23, 2011
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I've been trying to get the clamshell replaced on my MBP for a while. Thanks to the good folks here, I have known for a whiule which part to look for (661-6505) but I run into offerings that run from $180 to over $1800! I know some will be new, some will be knock-offs, some will be used, but is there any way to know which? I'm trying not to spend enough money to choke a horse (hey, I'm married and try to not let spending out of control on things just for me.)

Any suggestions? I see many advertised, but few that say "removed from an out of service machine" or "genuine Apple part" or "Cheap crappy knockoff."
 
P.S. I found one (used) on Amazon for a great price. Temptation is strong to take the chance since it is listed as being an Apple product. Any thoughts?
 
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