AppleAndMe made an article showing how to change HVT (High Voltage Transformer) of a CRT iMac.
As you may know this accounts for most of the breadkowns that occur on iMacs 233 to 400.
Having this mended by Apple costs 100s of euros.
Following this article, provided you've got the experience it takes, it will cost you 50 Euros.
Always keep in mind though that HVT can release 5000V shocks even when the computer is unplugged, which naturally involves death! The HVT is responsible for most of the accidents linked to TV electrocution following opening of a TV or a monitor.
If you feel you're not up to doing that yourself, why not ask a friend who's got what it takes ?
Thanks to Eric for giving us an English version of this tutorial.
http://www.hardmac.com/article.php?id=17
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