Simple Repairs YOU Can Make

How to repair...(General guidelines) 

1. Determine what is broken and not working properly.
2. Check to see it is still under warranty by the manufacturer.
3. Try to identify the component that is broken.
4. Check to see if the part is available either from the manufacturer or from eBay.
5. Search on the web to see if help is available...
6. Get the tools that may be required to disassemble the unit.
7. Follow directions to disassemble unit and remove the broken component.
8. Replace the part with a comparable good part and reassemble unit.
9. Test to see if problem is resolved.
10. Congratulations! You have just saved yourself $$$.

How to replace a battery on the Palm PDA 

Palm Tungsten E2

I wrote this guide on eBay and it is one of my most popular guide.
Palm PDA

Original Cost of Palm Tungsten E2: $200
Cost of Repair: $14 for part off eBay (Torx tool included)
Time of repair: Approx. 1 hour.

How to fix a dented bumper 

Mazda 3

Replacing a halogen bulb 

• Last Christmas, we bought an Angel with fiber optic lights. It was very beautiful and inspiring. However, after some use, the light show stopped working.
  I decided to see if I can replace the bulb. I opened the back with a screwdriver and discovered the bulb to be a small halogen type 2 pin 10 Watt bulb. I took the bulb to the local hardware store and found a replacement. I replaced it and it is working fine.
  Original Cost: $25.
  Cost of repair: $3.50.
  Time of repair: approx. 45 minutes.
  
  

Additional Tips... 

• In the case when self repair does not work, consult with a professional. There are many 3rd party companies that will repair broken iPods etc. They cost a bit more but still better than what the Manufacturer can provide.
• If you decide not to repair it, don't throw it out. See if you can sell it AS IS on eBay. Some people will but the broken item and salvage it for spare parts.
• When you are ready to replace your cell phone, keep the old phone as a spare or at minimum keep the battery. They can be sold for spare parts. It is also better for the environment.