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Post #1 by wthww
Source Forum68kMLA
Category68k
Post DateWed, 8 Jul 2009 - 20:45
Original URLhttps://68kmla.org/bb/threads/powerbook-5xx-replication-or-redesign.17895/
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Hi! I've been thinking. The only real way to make sure we still have powerbook 5XX machines that aren't in a million pieces for any meaningful amount of time is to make a new enclosure for them. So, here is my question. For the moment, ignoring the logistics what would be better? Exactly copying the original design [hinges!!!] or making a new one, and what would you guys recommend? I've oft thought about designing one I could produce out of acrylic...

//wthww

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