Hi all!
Although I'm new here, I'd like to think that I'm handy and a quick learner.
Anyway, I have a Zaxxon that was supposed to have been recapped about a year ago.
It plays well except that not all of the sounds work all of the time. They seem to work for a few minutes after the machine is turned on, then kind of drop out after that.
I've done a bit of research here, and around the web and this seems to be a common problem with these boards.
So, I ordered a recap kit and am going to attempt the repair myself. It looks pretty straight forward and I think I understand all of the basics, get the polarity correct on the capacitors, don't overheat the board, etc, etc.
My question is: Is there anything I should know besides the basics? This seems to be the perfect beginner repair project for me, but if there are any hidden dangers I should look out for, I'd appreciate any tips or help.
Although I'm new here, I'd like to think that I'm handy and a quick learner.
Anyway, I have a Zaxxon that was supposed to have been recapped about a year ago.
It plays well except that not all of the sounds work all of the time. They seem to work for a few minutes after the machine is turned on, then kind of drop out after that.
I've done a bit of research here, and around the web and this seems to be a common problem with these boards.
So, I ordered a recap kit and am going to attempt the repair myself. It looks pretty straight forward and I think I understand all of the basics, get the polarity correct on the capacitors, don't overheat the board, etc, etc.
My question is: Is there anything I should know besides the basics? This seems to be the perfect beginner repair project for me, but if there are any hidden dangers I should look out for, I'd appreciate any tips or help.
