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Vintage Tuna Cap Replacement: Yea or Nay?

Posted by 4yanx (A) on November 28, 2006 at 12:04:39

I inquired recently regarding restoration of my vintage SS Sony 5950 tuner. In my request I mentioned in a general way that I'd like replacement of some of the 30+ year old electrolytics (i.e. power supply caps, etc.). The person, who was recommended elsewhere, said that he NEVER replaces caps unless they are proven bad. My feeling was that being proactive as opposed to reactive might save larger, future trouble. The person responded that he had NEVER seen an electrolytic cap go bad in a tuner and kinda mocked me for wanting mine replaced.

What is the general opinion here in this regard?

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