Disklavier

i don't do dealers :) i do all the maintenance myself and have an 
independent mechanic for anything i can't handle.

Mercedes parts might be a little higher (actually the cost is based on 
actual production cost which is related to volume, parts that are used 
on every vehicle (because they rarely make stupid unnecessary hanges 
from model to model) are quite reasonable but not necessarily from a 
dealer)) but they are usually of excellent quality and are do not need 
replacement as often as inferior parts. some parts can actually be fixed 
because they are not molded together as in other cars. so the person 
owner has the option to clean something for a few buck or pay a dealer a 
fortune to replace it.

better continue any more on this thread off the list as it is definitely 
off topic.

On 1/22/2014 7:06 AM, Emile van Sebille wrote:
>
> 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
>
> 

-- 

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