New macbook white monitor (LVDS cable failure)

My LVDS cable was failing on me, the screen was freezing and whitening out. A common issue.
I bought the cable from eBay and tried replacing it myself, since Apple would only replace the whole top monitor part for US$727 in my country (US$200 in USA).
My repair did not work, I removed the monitor and started using the macbook with an external monitor. Now a trip to US came up and I'm willing to take it with me to get a new monitor top attached to it.
Should I reattach the top part of the monitor before taking it to US to get it replaced or just take it as it is and get a new one attached?

Sound like your better off taking everything, since you already opened the device it might not be covered under warranty and they might just offer to replace the cable this time around.

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Try doing it without a cable!
Use AirDrop, described here:
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If you are within the first 14 days from the date of purchase, return the MBP for a refund or an exchange. If you are after the first 14 days of the date of purchase, have the MBP repaired under the warranty provisions.
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