From: Shawn Lin (slin01_at_mail.orion.org)
Date: Fri Oct 20 2000 - 18:02:09 EDT
"James H. E. Maugham" wrote:
>
> > Found the 3-prong power cord with the cloverleaf connector:
> > Radio Shack 61-2868 $3.99
>
> Great if correct, but I think what he's found you is a standard, grounded,
> figure 8 teakettle cord. That's what a lot of Compaqs use and that's how it's
> described on the website, Compaq AC cord. Could be a grounded AC plug to TWO
> wire connecter. Did he show you a picture of it?
Yes, the picture LOOKS correct, but it was a tiny picture!
> Why? You can just call him and say you got it from another store! He's not going
> to be upset about a $3.99 sale.
Yeah, I'll probably do that if I can find one in the city tomorrow. I
have to go there anyway.
> > BTW, it's the same power cord this guy on Ebay is trying to peddle for
> > $14.99
> > http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=474329690
>
> He'll probably get it!
If he does, then I'll probably buy more than one and throw a few on Ebay
with big giant pictures. ;)
Shawn
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