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by Roaddogma
Thu Jun 06, 2024 3:39 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Leaky Presence Cap?
Replies: 2
Views: 92

Leaky Presence Cap?

During restoration of a Fender 5F6A Bassman I found the original Astron .1uf presence capacitor to leak 15uA DC @300V. Since the capacitor is part of an RC filter shunt to ground, I wouldn't expect there to be any ill effect from some DC leakage here. Thus, I am inclined to leave the original cap in...
by Roaddogma
Sun Dec 03, 2023 4:01 am
Forum: Fender Discussion
Topic: Chicken Head Knob Dimensions?
Replies: 10
Views: 4484

Re: Chicken Head Knob Dimensions?

Also, This is what else I'm dealing with....
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I'm glad for the original board, but the amp is a basket case. The cab is also covered in ratty old black tolex... At least it still has the original iron, so someone needs to give it some love.
by Roaddogma
Sun Dec 03, 2023 3:43 am
Forum: Fender Discussion
Topic: Chicken Head Knob Dimensions?
Replies: 10
Views: 4484

Re: Chicken Head Knob Dimensions?

Right! Okay. Thanks for the replies. I think I got it now.
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These are what I got. Measuring 31.6mm. I'm just going to roll with those, hoping they are within tolerance....
by Roaddogma
Thu Nov 30, 2023 7:36 pm
Forum: Fender Discussion
Topic: Chicken Head Knob Dimensions?
Replies: 10
Views: 4484

Chicken Head Knob Dimensions?

I am restoring an original 1959 4x10 Bassman (5F6-A). The amplifier does not have any control knobs, so they need to be replaced. I bought some off eBay that measure 1.25", but they look a little small in the bag. Can anyone confirm the correct length of the chicken head from the pointer-tip to tail...