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Thinkpad T61p 15.4" hinges broken

Posted: Sat Dec 24, 2011 5:12 am
by arlab
My Thinkpad T61p 15.4" WUXGA hinges are broken.

What part do I need to replace them?
I've noticed the Hinge assembly has two parts: Kato and Reel. What are these?

Re: Thinkpad T61p 15.4" hinges broken

Posted: Sat Dec 24, 2011 7:12 am
by RealBlackStuff
They are the same parts, but from different manufacturers.
Reel are better quality it seems.
See also this: http://forum.thinkpads.com/viewtopic.php?t=65173