small scratch in CRT Tube glass on KDS Monitor

AceCombat · Post by **AceCombat** » Sat May 15, 2004 7:44 pm

my backup KDS monitor has a scratch that is barely "feelable" but it is noticable. is there anything i can use to fix this?

it is ~ 1mm in depth x 4mm in length x >1mm in width

Krom · Post by **Krom** » Sat May 15, 2004 8:14 pm

I've never heard of a way to fix scratched monitors, you are probably better off getting a new monitor.

AceCombat · Post by **AceCombat** » Sat May 15, 2004 9:00 pm

what about a Glass resin kit that they use to fix scratches and cracks in car windows, the glass doesnt have any special stuff on it, it definately doesnt have any Anti-Glare, cuz i can cleary see my ugly ass face in it, when its dark in the room and someone turns on a light.

Mobius · Post by **Mobius** » Sun May 16, 2004 7:00 pm

Why does all this stuff happen to YOU man?

a "1mm deep scratch" is enormous. That's like taking a cold chisel and smacking the screen with it - driven by a hammer.

Attempting to polish out a 1mm scratch would yield visual distortions and possibly kill you if the vaccuum tube imploded in the process. Getting a wind-shield fixit place to repair it is probably more expensive than a replacement. Sadly.

Good tip: treat monitors like the expensive, and long-lived items they are.

If you just bought it...

Good tip: examine second hand gear thoroughly before parting with cash.

AceCombat · Post by **AceCombat** » Sun May 16, 2004 7:19 pm

Mobius wrote:Why does all this stuff happen to YOU man?

could happen to anyone...........your point about it happening to me?

Mobius wrote:a "1mm deep scratch" is enormous. That's like taking a cold chisel and smacking the screen with it - driven by a hammer.

that isnt squat compared to the 3/4" thick glass

Mobius wrote:Attempting to polish out a 1mm scratch would yield visual distortions and possibly kill you if the vaccuum tube imploded in the process. Getting a wind-shield fixit place to repair it is probably more expensive than a replacement. Sadly.

what would cause the tube to implode?!?!?!

and how is a 30$ windshield crack resin repair kit more expensinve than buying a new CRT Tube and getting it installed??

Mobius wrote:Good tip: treat monitors like the expensive, and long-lived items they are.

i do, i have no idea where this scratch came from.

MD-2389 · Post by **MD-2389** » Sun May 16, 2004 9:10 pm

Something must've fallen on it while you had it in storage. Next time you're at wal-mart, or wherever you go, get a small bath towel and just let it hang over the front of the monitor while its in storage. That way, it won't be as likely to get scratched up in the future.

KompresZor · Post by **KompresZor** » Mon May 17, 2004 8:39 am

I think the auto glass repair kit is the way to go, but I have never used one, so I can't say what the results will be.

EDIT: I'll stop in the glass shop my friend owns and ask him. I have to go right past it today anyway

AceCombat · Post by **AceCombat** » Mon May 17, 2004 11:13 am

MD-2389 wrote:Something must've fallen on it while you had it in storage. Next time you're at wal-mart, or wherever you go, get a small bath towel and just let it hang over the front of the monitor while its in storage. That way, it won't be as likely to get scratched up in the future.

it never was in storage, and i found the reason, my brother was using it, and accidentally hit it with a steel meter stick. i remembered he was using it not to long ago, so i went to him and he said he did accidentally hit it with the meter stick and he apoligizes and will help pay for getting it repaired if i cant find a way to fix it myself.

Testiculese · Post by **Testiculese** » Wed May 19, 2004 10:51 am

It's a backup monitor, you say..why fix it at all?

AceCombat · Post by **AceCombat** » Wed May 19, 2004 10:55 am

its just one of those.....be prepared issues. its a good monitor, i do like it alot, and this scratch just makes it look ugly on that particular spot on the screen

WarAdvocat · Post by **WarAdvocat** » Wed May 19, 2004 11:55 am

I think testi has a point tho. If it's a backup, you're only going to be using it in a worst case scenario, and you'll be getting a new monitor ASAP anyhow. I'd suggest letting it ride.

AceCombat · Post by **AceCombat** » Wed May 19, 2004 2:33 pm

okay i guess thats my only choice, but do tell me this,

is it possible to repair such a small thing with a kit similar to those used on car windshields? you guys have already given very good answers, but i have yet to read a solid "YES" or "NO", thats all i need to know.

Vindicator · Post by **Vindicator** » Wed May 19, 2004 2:50 pm

Well jesus, try it and find out. Apparently none of us know or we would have answered it for you already.

BUBBALOU · Post by **BUBBALOU** » Thu May 20, 2004 4:45 am

WarAdvocat wrote:I'd suggest letting it ride.

Think about that for a moment....are you done? Look who you are asking to let it ride!!!
It's Mista

I sweat the small shiz

Ace grow a pair and make a choice

Avder · Post by **Avder** » Thu May 20, 2004 6:17 am

I say go for it.

AceCombat · Post by **AceCombat** » Thu May 20, 2004 2:13 pm

BUBBALOU wrote:Ace grow a pair and make a choice

uhhh, you obviously missed the post that said, i am not going to do it.

AceCombat wrote:okay i guess thats my only choice, but do tell me this.

Avder · Post by **Avder** » Thu May 20, 2004 4:02 pm

Well damn, try it. If it works, youre up one repaired monitor and we all benefit.

If it doesnt work as planned, were all still winners and youre only out like $30.

STRESSTEST · Post by **STRESSTEST** » Thu May 20, 2004 4:11 pm

game over.