Originally Posted by
Nickshu
Don't disagree here. Just pointing out that while things often CAN be fixed, most mechanics either don't have the electrical engineering skills/knowledge, or (as you pointed out) it's totally NOT cost effective to spend hours repairing something that could simply be unplugged and replaced for much less $$ and time.
Kind of like the old TV repairman.... When is the last time you used one? Only person who could afford to repair a TV is someone who likes to tinker and labor is free. Chances are that you would just end up with a box of electronics.
From a tech standpoint we should all use bar end shifters. less to break and easier to repair. I have no plans to go back to those.
In 5 years or so we should have an answer.