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    I have a few questions.

    Alright, been trying to research EScrap a little bit, but not really figuring much out. Finding a whole lot of info that I don't understand though. lol.
    1. Are all circuit boards out of every thing electronic worth money ?
    2. Things to look for / stay away from while disassembling computers?
    3. Any body know if yards will buy the insides of a compressers as electric motor ?
    If any one has any good links on escrap threads , or sites let me know! Thanks !



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    1. Yes, but a great variance in prices. You have to learn how to grade them.
    2. Look for the CPU and Memory off the motherboards. Keep those separate because they are higher value. All boards in a computer are good though.
    3. They probably will, but you may get the same money with no extra work. Check to see if they buy them as "sealed units".

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    Where are you located? One of our buyers may be in your backyard. I know most wouldn't mind helping you out if you make an appointment.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheScrapTeen618 View Post
    Alright, been trying to research EScrap a little bit, but not really figuring much out. Finding a whole lot of info that I don't understand though. lol.
    1. Are all circuit boards out of every thing electronic worth money ?
    2. Things to look for / stay away from while disassembling computers?
    3. Any body know if yards will buy the insides of a compressers as electric motor ?
    If any one has any good links on escrap threads , or sites let me know! Thanks !
    1. yes, but the low grade boards can be tough to find local buyers for, and are usually not worth shipping

    2. stay away from sharp edges

    3. this varies by yard. some even buy them whole. Some may require a certification that the refrigerant was handled legally. also note that illegal removal of refrigerant can be a $10,000 fine

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