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Repair & Restore

From vintage Apple II restorations to modern MacBook maintenance — we've been keeping Apple hardware alive since 1979.

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Vintage Apple

Restoration Guides

Hands-on guides for restoring classic Apple hardware. Written by people who've been working on these machines for decades.

1983–1985
Apple Lisa computer

Restoring an Apple Lisa: A Complete Guide

The Lisa is one of the rarest and most historically significant computers ever made. Here's how to bring one back to life — from recapping the power supply to sourcing a working Twiggy drive.

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1977–1993
Apple II computer

Apple II Repair & Maintenance Essentials

The Apple II series ran for 16 years. Whether you have a II+, IIe, IIc, or IIgs, this guide covers the most common failures and how to fix them with period-correct parts.

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1984–1996
Macintosh 128K computer

Classic Macintosh Restoration: 128K through Performa

From the original 128K to the Performa line, classic Macs share common failure points: analog boards, flyback transformers, and leaking capacitors. We cover them all.

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1980–1984
Apple III computer

Apple III: The Forgotten Machine & How to Save It

The Apple III was plagued by manufacturing issues from day one. Sun Remarketing was trusted by Apple to service these machines. Here's what we learned in 40+ years.

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1989–1997
Apple PowerBook laptop

PowerBook Restoration: From 100 to 3400c

Apple's original laptops are getting harder to find in working condition. Dead batteries, failed hard drives, and cracked hinges are common — but most are fixable.

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All Eras
Electrolytic capacitors for vintage Apple recapping

Capacitor Recap Guide for Vintage Apple Boards

Leaking electrolytic capacitors are the #1 killer of vintage Apple hardware. This guide walks through identifying, removing, and replacing caps on any era of Apple logic board.

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Sun Remarketing

Original Sun Remarketing Inventory

We still carry parts from our original stock — Apple II cards, Lisa components, classic Mac logic boards, drives, cables, and more. If you're restoring a vintage Apple machine, check our eBay store first.

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Modern Apple

Repair or Replace?

Not every fix is worth the trouble. We break down the real costs, difficulty, and whether you're better off upgrading.

It Depends

MacBook Pro Battery Dying? Your 3 Real Options

Apple charges $249. Third-party shops charge $80–120. DIY kits are $40–60. We break down when each option makes sense based on your model year and how long you plan to keep it.

DIY if 2020 or newer · Replace if pre-2018
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Repair It

Cracked iPhone Screen: Apple vs Third-Party vs DIY

Screen replacements are the most common iPhone repair. We compare Apple's pricing, third-party quality, and whether the DIY kits on Amazon are actually worth the risk.

Almost always worth repairing
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Replace It

Slow Mac? When to Upgrade RAM/SSD vs Buy New

If your Mac is from 2017 or earlier, a RAM or SSD upgrade can feel like a new machine. But M-series Macs can't be upgraded at all. Here's the decision framework we use.

Replace if M-series · Upgrade if Intel with slots
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Repair It

AirPods Not Charging? Fixes Before You Buy New Ones

Dirty contacts, firmware bugs, and dead cases cause most AirPods charging issues. We walk through every fix before you spend $179+ on a replacement pair.

Try cleaning first · 70% chance it fixes the issue
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It Depends

MacBook Keyboard Sticky or Unresponsive? Your Options

Butterfly keyboard? Apple may still cover it for free. Magic Keyboard era? Compressed air usually works. We map out fixes by model year so you know exactly what to do.

Check Apple's free replacement program first
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Replace It

Is Your iPad Worth Repairing? The Honest Math

iPad screen repairs cost $199–599 through Apple. For older models, that's more than the iPad is worth. We do the math for every model so you can make a smart call.

Replace if repair cost > 60% of current value
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For detailed step-by-step teardown instructions on modern Apple devices, we recommend iFixit.com — the best free repair resource on the internet. Our guides focus on the decision of whether to repair, and on vintage hardware that iFixit doesn't cover.

Preventive Care

Mac Maintenance Essentials

Simple things you can do to keep your Apple gear running longer and avoid costly repairs.

Battery Health: The 20–80 Rule

Keep your MacBook between 20–80% charge for maximum battery lifespan. We explain the science and the best charging accessories.

Apple's battery guide →

macOS Tune-Up Checklist

A 15-minute routine that clears caches, manages storage, and keeps your Mac running at peak performance. No third-party apps needed.

Apple Storage guide →

Thermal Paste Replacement

If your Mac runs hot and loud, replacing the thermal paste can drop temps by 10–20°C. Here's when it's worth doing and the best paste to use.

iFixit thermal paste guide →

Screen Cleaning Done Right

You're probably cleaning your screen wrong. We cover what to use, what to avoid, and the microfiber cloths that actually work on Retina displays.

Apple cleaning guide →