Disklavier

That may be true, but when the rearview mirror got loose in my SL350 the 
quote was $1400 to fix it.  Maybe the part was only two bucks, but the 
opportunity for the dealer with a captive audience?  priceless!

Emile


On 01/21/2014 07:43 PM, Spencer Chase wrote:
>
> actually, parts for my Mercedes do not cost much more than similar 
> parts for my Toyota and the Mercedes needs them less often. certainly 
> not 20 times as much as with the floppy drive.
>
> On 1/21/2014 6:18 PM, Alan Dorschug wrote:
>>
>> They also spend a lot more for BMW and Mercedes parts.
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Spencer Chase <lists@...>
>> To: disklavier <disklavier@yahoogroups.com>
>> Sent: Tue, Jan 21, 2014 9:07 pm
>> Subject: Re: [disklavier] Need update on Repairing CD Drive vs. 
>> Upgrading to 850
>>
>> because there are a lot of rich doctors and lawyers who own DKV
>>
>> On 1/21/2014 4:33 PM, Sam Kanter wrote:
>>> How about $311.15 for a floppy drive? Why does Yamaha need to gouge 
>>> us with these prices?
>>>
>>> Sam
>>> www.keyboardcollective.com <http://www.keyboardcollective.com>
>>> (212) 684-3304
>>>
>>> /*(Sent from phone - please excuse brevity and typos.)/
>>>
>>> On Jan 21, 2014, at 6:20 PM, FC TC <fctc04@... 
>>> <mailto:fctc04@...>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> I just called Yamaha and they want $250 + tax and shipping to 
>>>> replace the CD ROM Drive. Ya got to be kidding! I was referred to a 
>>>> technician by the name of David regarding the DKC 850 just to 
>>>> confirm that it is a direct replacement for the DKC 55, which seems 
>>>> to be the recommendation on this board. I did not get a price.The 
>>>> under $900 + shipping (from Japan) site mentioned earlier is not 
>>>> functioning. Can anyone confirm that the DKC 850 is a direct 
>>>> replacement and give me a current price?
>>>>
>>>> Also, may I request anyone who has a Mark III service manual in PDF 
>>>> --- that would be appreciated. I know that I have to keep the DKC55 
>>>> for service updates, but I would also like to have the CD function. 
>>>> I can't believe that this issue is not a simple chip or part 
>>>> replacement inasmuch as I have heard the same problem mention here 
>>>> before.
>>>>
>>>> TIA,
>>>> Fred Kagel
>>>> New Jersey
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On Sunday, January 19, 2014 11:52 PM, FC TC <fctc04@... 
>>>> <mailto:fctc04@...>> wrote:
>>>> We have a Mark III w the DKC55RCD Controller w 15 pin connector. 
>>>> The CD stopped working (won't recognize CDs, won't eject CDs unless 
>>>> using a pin/staple). To me it looks like a piece broke off of the 
>>>> CD tray on the right hand side near the pin hole. Q1: What is 
>>>> involved in replacing the CD, removal of case, cables, firmware, 
>>>> etc? Q2: What should be the price for the Drive only? Can I get the 
>>>> parts from any other source other than Yamaha?
>>>>
>>>> On the other hand, we were jealous of not being able to get the 
>>>> Live performance of Elton John a while ago. Q3: What is the current 
>>>> cost of the 850 Controller, source of part, any gotchas on the 
>>>> installation (other than transferring memory to floppies to 
>>>> external USB, and the reminder to keep the old controller for 
>>>> system upgrades/maintenane)?
>>>>
>>>> We live in New Jersey.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>
>> -- 
>>
>> Best regards, Spencer Chase
>> 67550-Bell Springs Rd.
>> Garberville, CA 95542 Postal service only.
>> Laytonville, CA 95454 UPS only.
>> Spencer@...
>> http://www.spencerserolls.com
>> (707) 984-8356
>> (425) 791-0309
>
> -- 
>
> Best regards, Spencer Chase
> 67550-Bell Springs Rd.
> Garberville, CA 95542 Postal service only.
> Laytonville, CA 95454 UPS only.
> Spencer@...
> http://www.spencerserolls.com
> (707) 984-8356
> (425) 791-0309
>