Purchasing parts

[froggyboy604]

I think it is somewhat of a hassle to remove gold from gold plated wires, and there is only a very thin layer of gold on wires. I think the small amount of gold on gold plated wires may not be worth much money.

[Skeithex]

Never underestimate those looking for a quick buck, they would take the time to strip the gold off.

[froggyboy604]

I agree, a lot of criminals may strip off gold for a quick buck.

[Skeithex]

and they may resell the parts as well, that could be damaged and not working.

[froggyboy604]

Some criminals may take off individual parts like RAM chips and processors on video cards and motherboards to people who are looking to buy individual parts to install on a circuit board, or another video card.

[Skeithex]

True, they would gut them to make more profit and might not even label them right for correct purchase.

[froggyboy604]

Criminals may also put fake labels, and graphics on RAM chips, CPUs , and other parts to sell them for higher prices by tricking people into thinking they are buying more expensive parts.