[lattesurf]

myschyf , usually the casings for these players are difficult to find. What you could do is like what you have suggested, cut out the old/crack screen, and replace it with another transparent screen. Look around your house for thin and firm plastics or perspex. CD jewel cases are an ideal choice.

I have the same problem of the player turning off, especially when it is in my pocket and i'm walking. Mostly likely i think it is due to static, or some loose components inside. Not very sure of it, it's been sometime since i last opened it.