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Old 09-29-2013, 05:10 PM
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These things broke down frequently when they were relatively new, add in 50-60 years and the problem can only be worse. Muntz probably opted for the least expensive parts available to boot.
Caps are the worst but things like a Flyback that has to handle 10-25kv with decades old insulation, well it's a wonder they works as well as they do.
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