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Well I apologize for le dobule post, however I've decided that instead of wasting time trying to "figure out" the problem, I have opted for the nuclear approach.

Since the tubes are tested fine, I have begun documenting every single tantalum and electrolytic capacitor in the camera and will place a large order. I have also begun socketing the op-amps and other failure prone ICs in order to make future replacement easier.
As such, since I decided I'm no longer diagnosing but overhauling, I would like the thread title changed to "Overhauling the the DXC-M3A" as I will be documenting the process.

That being said, I have a question for the community. What are places or people I should ask about acquiring replacement saticon tubes? I can't find the specific tube in this camera online, but I suppose there has to be someone holding onto NOS tubes or knows of an equivalent.