After reading my tale of iPod woe, MacArtisan sent in a link (via TrackBack) about opening up the iPod. Unfortunately, it’s about opening second generation iPods, but a little Googling found me this illustrated guide to opening the iPod case on a battery replacement manufacturer’s site, which looks more directly applicable to my first generation model.
I think before I undertake any surgery, or especially soldering, I might stop by Bellevue Square first. You never know…