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Old 08-27-2024, 05:00 PM
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I've never encountered anything like you describe. I've seen plenty get dim with age, but no problems beyond that. I suspect there's a loose connection in the base. Possibly only one vertical deflection plate is getting a signal. Look for loose pins or cold solder joints at the ends of the pins.
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