Batteries for Sharp PC-45XX Still Sold

From: Don Maslin <donm_at_cts.com>
Date: Mon Mar 26 12:32:52 2001

On Mon, 26 Mar 2001 jerryjh_at_imt.net wrote:

> On 2001-03-25 classiccmp_at_classiccmp.org <Russ Blakeman> said:
>
> >I've been able to get a lot of older/odd battery packs in the past
> >from Batteries Plus, a chain of battery suppliers. Some had to go
> >to their "lookup techs" but within 3 days they always had a source
> >for one. They aren't always the cheapest though, a lot depends on
> >the individual franchise owner and how much he/she will haggle with
> >you. I have a reseller account with a nearby one and the owner
> >always gives me a decent break.
>
> Before I went on the Internet, I went to Batteries Plus. Yes, they
> did list a battery for my Sharp PC-4502, yet they didn't call me
> back and actually "forgot" to get back with me, even though they had
> it written down in a notebook on their counter. Considering how
> quickly I got serviced from the Raymond Sarrio company, I'd consider
> them a serious contender with Batteries Plus in the category of classic
> machines.

Another possible source for your consideration is:

                Tauber Electronics
                955 Borra Place
                Escondido CA 92029
                760-740-6687 voice
                760-740-6687 fax
                www.tauber.com

They enjoy a good reputation locally.
                                                 - don
 
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