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Spare parts classifieds for out of warranty hardware?

Started by JoeAsheville, February 20, 2022, 02:02:58 PM

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JoeAsheville

Would the board administrators be averse to having a separate thread consisting of classifieds? I've read a few posts where people would like to find spare parts for these (still very capable) machines that are out of warranty, and I would have a few needs of my own. I also have a few parts to offer up.

If this wouldn't be possible, I can think of two reasons right off the top of my head why this wouldn't work or be permitted:

- Buffalo, who supports this board, is interested in selling new products...not in keeping out of warranty obsolete equipment in service (no profit margin there)
- It could be a royal pain just moderating such an area, as once word gets out it tends to become very popular (if other sites I'm on are any indication). Plus, third party funds transfers can get a little hinky...and potential scammers.

So, I would completely understand if this wouldn't be possible. However, I believe there is an opportunity here for users to get in touch with each other to swap hardware and keep these great products in service for a while longer.

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