Restoring Technics SE-9600

[AZDragonfly]

Currently in the process of fixing a few problems with my SE-9600. I've ordered a few lamps for the Power Meter, and I'd like to fix the speaker terminals. Back in the day, when I was much younger, the original speaker terminal back plate cracked, so I used a piece of thin metal to mount new speaker terminals, with poor workmanship. Any suggestions on how to restore the speaker terminals to original or upgraded condition would be appreciated.

 

[slimecity]

I'd personally replace that metal back plate with the terminals mounted on it with a new piece of plastic/perspex, drill out the holes and mount new round speaker terminals.

 

[jeromach]

You'd really ought to replace the electrolytic caps if this has not been done yet and give it a thorough service, it would be a real waste if you blow the power transistors due to worn components.

 

[AZDragonfly]

Thank you for the responses. Regarding replacing the electrolytic caps, some sites are suggesting inspecting the caps, and if they are not leaking or bulging leave them alone - whats your opinion? Also, is there a list of the electrolytic caps for the SE-9600? The unit has been always left on for the last 15 years, is that good, bad or no difference?

 

[jeromach]

Well, what if I restored mine and show you how I would do it?

 

[AZDragonfly]

Well, what if I restored mine and show you how I would do it?

Oh yeah, that would be awesome, please post a pic of your SE-9600.

 

[jeromach]

It's in my pile . I'll see to dig it out somewhere next week.

 

[AZDragonfly]