All,
I finally got around to opening my 160GB iPod Classic, as I wanted to try swapping the drive with my 80GB 5.5G iMod.
Unfortunately, the 160GB drive is totally different than the 80GB drive. The 160GB drive is made by Samsung and uses a different type of zif connector (only 18 contacts).
The 80GB drive in the iPod Classic, as well as the 80GB drive in the 5.5G units is a Toshiba drive and uses a different type of zif connector (with more contacts, different pin outs, and different cable).
There will be no way of installing the 160GB drive in the 5G/5.5G units.
Best regards,
Vinnie