MacBook Pro Charger intermittent working.

Hello,
I am on my 2nd power adaptor with for my MacBook Pro which I bought in 2010, the last one just died just had flashing lights, the new one about 12months later is being a pain, it will only charge in a certain position, I have to keep the cord tought so that the magnetic adaptor is at a angle in the socket.
Which as you can tell is a right pain in the backside! Anyone else had a similar problem?
Also is is getting Very Hot!
Cheers Steve

If you moved to the States, then you could get a replacement!
A few years back I had a Power adapter wires on the DC side short circuit due to insulation failure.  I cut the plastic shell of the power adapter in two (along the lines that delineate the two halves  - it was not easy -hacksaw plus heavy duty utility knife)  pulled out the dc wires and crimped on shovel/spade connectors in an idiot proof manner.  Then I taped the connections and the two halves back together and I had a disfigured but serviceable power adapter.  If you are frugal or desperate, you may consider this option.
Ciao.

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