Replace FW port WITHOUT replacing logic board
Ok so I know everyone including apple says that you have to replace the entire logic board if your FireWire port is damaged however spending $400 for a new logic board on a computer that might cost not much more than that isn't a smart choice financially. I'd rather find a way to solder on a new FireWire port.
I have the 13" black Macbook core duo 2.0GHz and I already spent $200 replacing the hard drive, memory and battery so I really can't spend anymore money on this thing before it becomes stupid. I would have just bought a brand new mac mini!
Anyone have some experience replacing ports on a logic board??
MacBook, Mac OS X (10.6.3)