[dr fletch]

I've got an extremely noisy fan in my MacBook Pro. It's pretty obvious the bearing has gone. Replacement is the simple solution I hear you say. BUT, I have to hand over the computer for a turnaround perion of up to ten days (quoted). Apple won't allow any service centre to order the part unless they have the machine and fit it themselves. Are they mad? I can't be without this thing for more than an afternoon. I'm gonna shove a screwdriver in it and stop the thing. Never mind the warranty or the overheating potential. My sanity is more important. Yes, I've backed up.

Anyone got any other ideas?

appreciated