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Offline Finax

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Getting the stem back on my Filco MJ2
« on: Sun, 15 April 2012, 20:13:58 »
stem came off my 'u' key on my Filco. I've seen the wiki page for it, but the stem is different (I guess the wiki page addresses the MJ1 stems).

any help? i'm considering just ordering a new Filco; my warranty is already void.

Offline mkawa

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Getting the stem back on my Filco MJ2
« Reply #1 on: Sun, 15 April 2012, 20:31:22 »
replacing the switch stem on a filco requires desoldering. there are members here who can do this for a fee, you can diy, or you can sell off the broken board. are you sure the stem isn't salvageable?

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Offline Finax

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Getting the stem back on my Filco MJ2
« Reply #2 on: Sun, 15 April 2012, 20:33:15 »
the stem is fine, but i think you're right, it can only be fixed by desoldering. i've never soldered before and i'm not sure i even have the equipment.

Offline Finax

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Getting the stem back on my Filco MJ2
« Reply #3 on: Sun, 15 April 2012, 21:26:28 »
If anyone wants to buy this imperfect Filco with a few busted stems, just PM me, I'll offer it at a decent price.

Offline f4d3

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Getting the stem back on my Filco MJ2
« Reply #4 on: Sun, 15 April 2012, 22:41:38 »
Switch and color?


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Offline Finax

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Getting the stem back on my Filco MJ2
« Reply #5 on: Mon, 16 April 2012, 08:27:14 »
It's got Brown switches and a black case. UK layout.

I'll post this to Classifieds later with pictures.

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Getting the stem back on my Filco MJ2
« Reply #6 on: Mon, 16 April 2012, 08:54:01 »
You should post in the classified to see if someone will fix it for you for a few bucks.