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TUBEDUDE
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Red plate special

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From TDPRI:
Amp recently listed for sale with "tubes glow nicely" in the description. Yes, yes, I'm see the tubes are "glowing nicely"
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It's not a fault, it's a feature! :roll:
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That is pretty.
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How do you test your transformers?
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I hardwire across output couplers and variac to +5% VAC. or was that 50%..

Oh well! Something with a five.
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Easier to install shorted tubes and let 'er rip!
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TUBEDUDE wrote: Wed Jan 15, 2025 1:19 am Easier to install shorted tubes and let 'er rip!

That isn't a real process. Always use known NOS tubes. Gahh
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Needs the hot dog grill mod
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andyhardy wrote: Thu Jan 16, 2025 3:53 pm Needs the hot dog grill mod

Hot Rod Mod! Foot switchable ground flip!

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