These darned old computers

From: Fred Cisin <cisin_at_xenosoft.com>
Date: Sun Aug 25 12:01:15 2002

> > It's a little like replacing an automobile drainpan gasket - NOT intended
> > for field replacement.
On Sun, 25 Aug 2002, Christopher McNabb wrote:
> Sure it is - if you have the right tools. I replaced my oil pan gasket
> earlier this year. It wasn't that difficult. Here is the procedure I used:

NO.
With the right tools, tasks that were not intended for field replacement
can, indeed, be done in the field, regardless of what the manufacturer
intended.
THAT does not change that they were not intended for field replacement.

I can easily install a serial port for a model 3 in the field. But it was
NOT intended for field installation. It was intended to be a factory, or
"service center" installation. RS was even into putting sealant
("glyptol"?) on case screws to void warranties if field mods were made.

I can overhaul an engine under a tree. But it was NOT intended to be done
in the field. It was intended to be done in a "fully equipped service
center".
Received on Sun Aug 25 2002 - 12:01:15 BST