@@larryshaver3568 Agreed, as we all know, the world always had its problems, but the system of things today is in much rougher shape that's for sure, all the more reason to enjoy some good "audio" ;-) Have a good day Larry.
12:00 i have a special switch cleaning enhancer that i generally smoke before flushing controls.🙃 in combination with tunes, it makes it much better. i still need to do that center bank of switches and a couple bulbs in my sx1010 but nothing is noisy atm and the rest of the unit is done so when ever i decide to use it, it performs perfectly. i picked up an sx3900 in feb. and i've got it to about the same point. i tend to repair my own gear, use it for a while then put it on the shelf and pick at the restoration as bench time permits. i've got entirely too much gear but i am thinning the herd and many pieces are going( and have been going) to a new home where they will be used and appreciated. it's really time to start concentrating on building speakers again but it's so hot in the garage. :( rock-n-roll brother!🎸
Hello there Joseph, hope all is well, been extremely busy as usual as I work "hard and heavy" to thin the herd in here as well. Yes, nothing wrong with a little "switch cleaning enhancer" / herbal remedy if it gets you through those long sessions, and yes, gotta have the tunes to complete the experience. Sounds like you're getting through your restorations at a relaxed and steady pace and that's a good thing. As far as the acquiring of too much gear, it happens, just kinda comes with the territory / nature of the biz. With time you'll tame the herd, sell some off, trade some, acquire other pieces of interest, hence, the cycle will continue, but in a more "selective" manner. I have my fair share of gear I've acquired over time, most of it due to be restored for sale and a few pieces near and dear to me that I'll keep. Otherwise, I mostly turn away equipment, unless it's something really worthwhile. Otherwise, I hope you get around to building speakers again soon when it cools a bit, my best to you as always, talk soon 🙂
It very well could have been white lithium, and yes, not for switches. In the audio realm I'll use a good quality white lithium grease for some of the more "brute force" levers, cams, gears etc., i.e., in some turntable and tape deck mechanisms in the proper amount, but again, you are correct not a switch lubricant. Thanks for chiming in, my best to ya :-)
I just use the CRC QD "Quick Drying" electronic cleaner / contact cleaner. I don't like to use anything with a lubricant / protectant added to it, I'm only interested in the cleaning aspect of the solvent. I prefer to add the applicable lubricant / protectant to the control after cleaning.
These are great receivers to put money into after all these years of service. Thank you for your time on this one.
They are indeed well built and deliver great audio, thanks for chiming in.
that sounds amazing!
It's definitely a nice receiver / amp, a fine example of quality audio from a bygone era, have a nice evening Larry 🙂
@@retroelectrotech the world was a MUCH better place 50 years ago
@@larryshaver3568 Agreed, as we all know, the world always had its problems, but the system of things today is in much rougher shape that's for sure, all the more reason to enjoy some good "audio" ;-) Have a good day Larry.
12:00 i have a special switch cleaning enhancer that i generally smoke before flushing controls.🙃 in combination with tunes, it makes it much better. i still need to do that center bank of switches and a couple bulbs in my sx1010 but nothing is noisy atm and the rest of the unit is done so when ever i decide to use it, it performs perfectly. i picked up an sx3900 in feb. and i've got it to about the same point. i tend to repair my own gear, use it for a while then put it on the shelf and pick at the restoration as bench time permits. i've got entirely too much gear but i am thinning the herd and many pieces are going( and have been going) to a new home where they will be used and appreciated. it's really time to start concentrating on building speakers again but it's so hot in the garage. :( rock-n-roll brother!🎸
Hello there Joseph, hope all is well, been extremely busy as usual as I work "hard and heavy" to thin the herd in here as well. Yes, nothing wrong with a little "switch cleaning enhancer" / herbal remedy if it gets you through those long sessions, and yes, gotta have the tunes to complete the experience. Sounds like you're getting through your restorations at a relaxed and steady pace and that's a good thing. As far as the acquiring of too much gear, it happens, just kinda comes with the territory / nature of the biz. With time you'll tame the herd, sell some off, trade some, acquire other pieces of interest, hence, the cycle will continue, but in a more "selective" manner. I have my fair share of gear I've acquired over time, most of it due to be restored for sale and a few pieces near and dear to me that I'll keep. Otherwise, I mostly turn away equipment, unless it's something really worthwhile. Otherwise, I hope you get around to building speakers again soon when it cools a bit, my best to you as always, talk soon 🙂
Looks like someone used white lithium grease on those switches. It’s good for car door hinges, but not audio switches.
It very well could have been white lithium, and yes, not for switches. In the audio realm I'll use a good quality white lithium grease for some of the more "brute force" levers, cams, gears etc., i.e., in some turntable and tape deck mechanisms in the proper amount, but again, you are correct not a switch lubricant. Thanks for chiming in, my best to ya :-)
is that CRC5-56?
I just use the CRC QD "Quick Drying" electronic cleaner / contact cleaner. I don't like to use anything with a lubricant / protectant added to it, I'm only interested in the cleaning aspect of the solvent. I prefer to add the applicable lubricant / protectant to the control after cleaning.
what year was that receiver made?
Around 1974 (ish)