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MHT
July 22nd, 2006, 12:27 PM
Anyone know how to shorten up computer power cables, or where to buy a shorter set for a Compaq Evo laptop?

I just completed a custom laptop/power inverter/fire extinguisher rack that bolts in place of the passenger front seat, so I only need a power cable-AC/DC adapter that is 1 foot long max. instead of the 6-footer the laptop came with. If not, I'll just make some brackets for the underside of the rack to wrap all the excess cabling around.

FWIW- I'll post a pic of the completed rack bolted in place to my gallery next week for those who may be interested.

James

BlueVelocity
August 18th, 2006, 03:53 PM
You bet James. I'm assuming that you have an 2.1mm female to male plug on the computer, not the one that looks like an S video cable? If that the case and you don't mind wrecking the one you have, a simple cut, solder, and heat shrink is all that's needed. I can help you if you need it buddy.

Erron S.

MHT
August 18th, 2006, 10:35 PM
Thanks Erron! When's best for you to hook up in the next couple weeks?

James

BlueVelocity
August 19th, 2006, 12:29 AM
Thanks Erron! When's best for you to hook up in the next couple weeks?

James

I'm booked the next two weekends, got a weekday night free?

Erron S.

MHT
August 19th, 2006, 10:49 AM
Pick the weekday eve. and I'll be there.

Thanks, James

BlueVelocity
August 21st, 2006, 10:48 AM
How about a week from today, next monday?


Erron S.

MHT
August 21st, 2006, 05:12 PM
Hey Erron,

Mon. eve. 8/28 works for me. What time?

Thanks! James

BlueVelocity
August 22nd, 2006, 01:10 PM
Anytime after 5 would be just fine.

Erron S.

Kibo
August 23rd, 2006, 01:10 PM
For a moment there, I thought I had stumbled into a CoDSM dating forum... ;)