[rachel0179]

Where would I take my phone & new color housing to get fitted if i didnt want to do it myself.. any ideas?

[CorrinaSays]

Look under "cell phone repair" in your local phone book... If they repair Berrys, they'll be able to replace it for you. :-)

[rachel0179]

Thanks for that, I was at a loss as to who to contact LOL

[jimmers]

It's really simple to do. Here are some videos to walk you thru the process.
BlackBerry Curve 8300 Repair Tutorial - NEC, HTC, Panasonic, Tools, Microsoft, 3G, SonyEricsson, Nokia, LG, Apple, Black
Trickiest part is finding a T5/T6 screw driver but I've been able to find them at my local Home Depot.

[bmcclure937]

Check out BBEnriched for parts and tools... and use the promo code "B3rryPart$" for a discount.

And check out this thread for a disassembly guide!

http://forums.crackberry.com/f3/how-...y-guide-54485/

[rachel0179]

Thanks

I ordered a pink housing case for my phone, and it also comes with the screwdrivers needed

I think though, I might get my boyfriend to do it, wse shall see.

I dont need to replace the keypad do I? I saw one tutorial earlier that he took it out..

[bmcclure937]

Thanks

I ordered a pink housing case for my phone, and it also comes with the screwdrivers needed

I think though, I might get my boyfriend to do it, wse shall see.

I dont need to replace the keypad do I? I saw one tutorial earlier that he took it out..

Where did ya end up ordering from?

And, no... you do not need to replace your keypad when you swap out the housing...

[CorrinaSays]

You won't need to replace the keypad.

Edit

Oops- didn't see the above. LOL Sorry 'bout that.

[benzworm]

i didn't have too much trouble swapping mine out

[rachel0179]

I was reading a thread two days ago about housing and someone was pleased with a purchase she had from ebay, from a company in HongKong, her thread had pictures etc, so i was browsing earlier and found a complete housing set with trackball and keypad (I will save for future probs) and the screwdrivers etc..

[rachel0179]

p.s

I NEVER got this excited over my Iphone LOL

Im SO addicted to everything!

[Pete6]

Before you let your boyfriend take hammer and icepick to your precious phone, have a quick look at this vid about how to take apart a BlackBerry Curve.

[rachel0179]

Before you let your boyfriend take hammer and icepick to your precious phone, have a quick look at this vid about how to take apart a BlackBerry Curve.

LOL - I already have that saved from earlier this afternnon.. I COULD do it, but I get scared around screwdrivers :P

[benzworm]

LOL - I already have that saved from earlier this afternnon.. I COULD do it, but I get scared around screwdrivers :P

awww, they aren't so bad

[jdubau55]

Well.....I don't mind getting screwed. You shouldn't either

[rachel0179]

LOL I wont say what I WANT to say here :P

One question

Looking at my order, comes with the screwdrivers etc, also a housing tool.. whats a housing tool?

If I just want to replace the case and not the keypad blah blah, do I still need to remove the side rails?

[Chief7]

LOL - I already have that saved from earlier this afternnon.. I COULD do it, but I get scared around screwdrivers :P

Screwdrivers are nothing to be afraid of unless you have had too many or are driving. Always take the safe route!! Good luck on your new case!!

[rachel0179]

Im not a fan of orange juice LOL

Im just not a tool kinda gal, what I consider a *hammer* most of you would see a high heel :P

[Chief7]

Im not a fan of orange juice LOL

Im just not a tool kinda gal, what I consider a *hammer* most of you would see a high heel :P

Screwdrivers and high heels can be REAL dangerous. Someone call for help!!

[rachel0179]

Only when Im frustrated


:P

[amazinglygraceless]

You may want to ask your carrier or check your documentation.
In a lot of cases, opening the housing WILL void your warranty.

[NemesisMind]

A "housing tool" is most likely referring to a case opening tool. It will allow you to pry the side rails away from the faceplate without damage.

I recently ordered from cnn.cn, the place in China and got my parts in under two weeks and for a small $5.00 shipping fee! Great for finding OEM parts.