Adapter Problem. Maybe.

I've had this laptop for about a year now.
I bought it from my brother after before xmas 2006, and he bought it at some stage in 2005 i believe.
I've been having problems with my adapter for a good few months now. 4+ at least.
I had never gotten around to getting the problem sorted until now - I just tried to plug in the adapter a few min ago, saw a spark from the wall plug, and then another spark at the power port end.
No it's dead =[
And i only have about 30 min of battery left.
My original problem was when i connected the adapter to the laptop, i would have to twist it, and fiddle around with it for a bit to it to go green or amber.
It would disconnect itself constantly, leaving me to contantly fiddle witht he connection.
This is my second adapter, and my rabbit kinda chewed through the first one =/
Also, my ma stood on the laptop a couple of years ago, so the adapter connection is very slightly bent.
I don't know if this is a hardware problem, problem with the power port itself, or with the adapter.
Any ideas?

Welcome to Apple Discussions!
It sounds like you may have a faulty DC IN Board. One end of the DC In Board is where you plug in your power adaptor, and your description of your problem sounds like this is where the damage is. Replacing the DC In board is not too bad to do. To see what it looks like and what is involved, go to:
http://www.ifixit.com
Look up your exact iBook and the DC In Board and you will find a picture of the the DC In Board and a detailed description of how to replace it. You could do the work yourself or have it done by a qualified repair shop. You may also need a new power adaptor--it could also be damaged from your description, but I'm not sure about that. Sparks are not a good sign.
Good luck!

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