Introduction: Macbook Pro Hinges Fix
My 2007 Macbook Pro has broken hinges.
The laptop still works great, and I would not toss it away.
I believe it is a structural fault, but Apple will not admit it nor fix it.
So I decided to fix it myself, so it will not break completely and render the laptop useless.
The laptop still works great, and I would not toss it away.
I believe it is a structural fault, but Apple will not admit it nor fix it.
So I decided to fix it myself, so it will not break completely and render the laptop useless.
Step 1: Get Clip Binders
Find the smallest clip binders that will fit.
Cost of 2 clips; 0.56 US$
Cost of 2 clips; 0.56 US$
Step 2: Foam
Find some foam to insert, to adjust the depth.
I used earplugs or foam.
I used earplugs or foam.
Step 3: Installation
Beware not to clip the screen itself !
Beware that the clips stay on the frame.
Beware that the clips stay on the frame.
Step 4: Temporary Fix
Yes, this is a not a permanent repair, but a "temporary fix"
You have to remove the clamps to close the laptop.
You have to remove the clamps to close the laptop.