1976 RCA picture problem

[Jeff-20]

Update: The electronics repair guy called me and said it appears to be a problem with the "flyback" ... this is not a part he can source. What steps should I take now? Is this a part for which I could just pull the parts number and order one on ebay? How would I know a good one from a bad one?

[dieseljeep]

Originally Posted by Jeff-20

Update: The electronics repair guy called me and said it appears to be a problem with the "flyback" ... this is not a part he can source. What steps should I take now? Is this a part for which I could just pull the parts number and order one on ebay? How would I know a good one from a bad one?

Do you really need a B/W set?
You can drive 100 miles north and pick up 2 really nice 19 or 20" color table models that work perfect, free for the hauling.
Either that or check Craig's list for sets nearer to you.

[zeno]

Almost impossible the FBT is bad. Did you check for cracks on
the main board ? This set is quite simple, dosnt even have a
regulator. if the board is OK I can give you a few voltages to
check & maybe find the problem.

Reason for diagnosis can be many. I could go into that if you wish.
Reason for the $20 is 95% of sets not worth repair are abandoned.
Then HE has to pay to recycle it. thats $10 - $30 around here.
Lastly how many $20 bills do you need to make $50 K a year after
15% SS tax plus state & fed taxes. You would have to gross at least
$70 K. And that dont cover shop expenses.

73 Zeno
LFOD !

[maxhifi]

Originally Posted by zeno

Then HE has to pay to recycle it. thats $10 - $30 around here.
73 Zeno
LFOD !

Here the disposal fee is collected up front, when you buy a new TV, so old ones are taken for free disposal. That would be extremely annoying for a tech to be stuck with disposal costs.