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Review on ๐Ÿ”ง 27-inch A1419 iMac LCD Repair Kit with Broken Hinge and Clutch Fix - 2012-2015 by Bryan Cavalcante

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Worked! Computer Accessories and Peripherals

There are at least three sources on the Internet for videos on how to perform repairs. With this kit you can fix that pesky broken hinge on 27" iMacs released in 2012/2013. The iMac was originally mounted on a hinge with metal springs, with plastic washers holding the end/tension of the springs. Washers are locked. Self if only one snaps into place, the remaining spring is not enough to keep the screen upright. As a result, your iMac leans forward and stays there. You can find solutions on eBay that don't require disassembling the iMac. You can also avoid items between the stand and the back of the computer. But if you really want to fix the problem, you have to open the computer. Nearly impossible. Seriously. It was one of the hardest jobs I've ever done, but after some resistance, one With the tip of my thumb torn off and brushing up on my swear words, I finally managed to put the replacement pane back on its place z to screw. It took a little longer to assemble than disassemble as I cleaned along the way and wanted to make sure everything was put back together correctly. The double-sided tape that attaches the screen to the computer worked well, but OWC's other tape kits are better. Follow directions from multiple sources as everyone seems to be forgetting one thing at a time. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Measure twice, cut once. you have the idea Do your homework/research before starting this project. If you enter it prepared, you will get good results. Mine turned out great.

Pros
  • To remove the A1418 display from your iMac you will need to cut the adhesive around the screen. Once the adhesive is cut, it cannot be used to reseal the display and you will need to apply a new set of adhesive strips.
Cons
  • protection