Cost of repair vs cost of new display?

I am experiencing a backlighting problem with 17" studio display and have, so far, found no one local who would be able to solve the problem.
Questions:
How much would it cost to have a backlighting problem repaired?
If was to replace my current monitor and opt for something more affordable than Apple brand, what brands/models might give me the best combination of quality/affordablitly?
Any graphics professionals out there have anything positive to say about the quality of the Viewsonic LCD's (or CRT's for that matter)? Would they be a HUGE letdown in image quality from my Apple display?

Super simple. The little cover screen on the bottom comes off, the old ones out the new ones in. OWC or Crucial are both very good sources for guaranteed compatible RAM.
As old as your iMac is, have you cleaned out the dust? Dust buildup can lead to over heating issues. Remove any and all things plugged into it including the power cord, Remove the RAM access grille. Vacuum all openings starting with the RAM access area (air intake). Vacuum all ports and plugs, DVD slot and the opening across the top of the rear of the body. Blow compressed air through all your openings and vacuum again to remove any dust you loosend. Reinstall the RAM grille. Plug in the keyboard and mouse if not blue tooth. Insert power cord...
You are now in a perfect position to do a
SMC RESET
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
Shut down the computer.
Unplug the computer's power cord and ALL peripherals.
Wait 15 seconds.
Attach the computers power cable.
Wait another 5 seconds and press the power button to turn on the computer.
It is the 5 second timing that initiates the reset.
Here is a link to a Widget to monitor your temps and other operations:
http://islayer.com/apps/istatpro/

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