Dynakit ST-70 How Difficult?

[hhibrownsbac]

After all that they stick a forklift lift arm through the box :tears: true story .

That one would set me off, they would be writing the check just to shut me up.

 

[Sir Bakerman]

I know what you mean. Sometimes I feel like a dishonesty absorber.

One thing I've learned though is to immediately file an "item not as described" complaint, when something doesn't work or arrives damaged. The seller is responsible for shipping, period. The buyer should never have to deal with the shipping company, besides perhaps providing photos to support the seller's claim. If a seller asks or demands that you file a shipping claim, refuse, with the explanation that the shipping company will just regard you as a middleman, and that it is his responsibility to make things right.

The seller was not at fault.As soon as I contacted him he offered to repair it. I sent it back to him to repair a faulty connection. During THAT shipping is when Fed Ex smashed it to hell and back. I had a feeling before I shipped it to " just get it fixed myself". My radar was on point for a change. Truth be told as long as I end up with a good tube amplifier all this episode is just an asterik. The music is all that matters to me. Although I would be happier if Fed Ex re-imbursed me.

 

[Rockyhill]

Dandy,

Unfortunately the original boards are not in good shape. I could probably sell them as is but I would feel shitty knowing I sold something that was not in good shape. I know I am a throwback to ancient times in this regard but I've never had a problem being honest. Other people have had issues regarding my honesty but I see that as their problem not mine.



Sir B

I'd keep the original boards to practice soldering. Buy new boards and parts. Some of the original parts may have drifted in value over the decades. The part count is pretty low. Maybe 15 including sockets.


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[Dandy]

Dandy,
Unfortunately the original boards are not in good shape. I could probably sell them as is but I would feel shitty knowing I sold something that was not in good shape. I know I am a throwback to ancient times in this regard but I've never had a problem being honest. Other people have had issues regarding my honesty but I see that as their problem not mine.

Sir B

I didn't know that the boards were damaged. As they are, that is all the more reason to populate the new ones with new components. As you aren't too familiar with building tube amps, you can still use the old ones for 'what goes where' reference. [Sorry I see Rockyhill has just posted the same comment.]

Looking forward to seeing your ST-35 up and running.

 

[Sir Bakerman]

Okay still no word from Fed Ex, I went ahead and ordered all the parts and a soldering station. I selected the Weller @ $39.00 as well as a solder sucker and some 60/40 solder.

Parts are almost a total rebuild, PC 13 boards, power chord, terminals, bias kit, and multi channel cap, plus wire. I'm gonna replace the RCA jacks as well.

Total cost for parts: $225.00

Total for Weller and supplies $50.00

Original price $450.00

All in $725, plus change. My wife would kill me if she knew this.:nono::nono::nono:

My only hope is some kinda dispensation from FedEx. This reminds me of my turntable rebuild but in a not so happy way.

Color me STUPID.:stupid::stupid::stupid:

 

[crispycircuit]

It has a way of taking the fun out and thanks for sharing this experience so we all can learn. Get this amp goin and enjoy it! I hope the wife drinks?

 

[Sir Bakerman]

To quote Bela Lugosi

" She never drinks..........wine"

I am starting a new thread on the rebuild as soon as I get Fed Ex to engage and all my parts arrive. Try to help some other members who are noobs to tubes like me.

SB