How do I replace the stand hinge mechanism?

"Kevin

@pompey67


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A simple fix-it is to place a rubber cane or crutch tip ( available from almost any pharmacy) between the stand and the body of the computer. It's even adjustable. And then proceed to give Apple !&&* for not making this endemic problem a recall. I had a 27 inch iMac , model 2007 for 8 years with never a hinge problem. With it's replacement a 2013 model the hinge broke after two years.

"Forget the $250 repair job! Go to Lowes and purchase 2""x 4ft (1.2m x 5 cm) Velcro (Industrial Strength) with the ""sticky back"". Place two, 2 x 3 inch pieces (the non ""fuzzy side"" just below the Apple Logo, place, two, 2 x 3 inch pieces of the non ""fuzzy side"" on the upper part of the stand, just below the upper curve. Place two *"" pieces of the ""fuzzy side"" (note don't peel of the sticky backing and bridge the upper and lower ""non sticky"" pieces. Adjust the monitor face as desired.

George

St. Marys, GA"

Because the price in Brazil to fix this by Apple after warranty expires is outrageous! Cost almost U$500 and they ask 30 days for the service. The options are fix by myself or through this piece of junk in the trash.

Do the hinges break through repetition of use or is it due to stress gradually building up on the plastic retainers over time. I'm looking to buy a 2012 27inch iMac used but I don't want it to go bang as soon as I take it out the box, even if it is 8 years old. Also, if the hinge has survived on an 8 years old machine does that mean it's ok and unlikely to break if it's lasted this long ?