RCA 21CT55 #8802897 is Dead

[miniman82]

Originally Posted by AUdubon5425

denying him the right to buy a replacement part is childish and ludicrous.

The idea that anyone here could deny anyone else on this forum anything is what's ludicrous, taking someone's OPINION for fact is also childish...


That said, it is my OPINION that this thing burned up because of the 'mods' that were done to it. Maybe it's just me, but when I read things like:

'I intend to start reducing the CRT Ultor HV from its present 34KV....'

and

'I jacked up the +400v B++ supply to above +420v'


I get a certain 'cringe factor', know what I mean? Not only was the 21AXP22 never rated for that votlage, but I severely doubt the flyback liked being driven that hard. How many times do we see people get warned again and again about HOT current, recapping, variac starts and the like? Seems obvious to me that the experimentation took it's toll, that's all I'm saying. I do hope the set can be fixed, but as I said I don't think you're likely to find an NOS one.

Some of you collectors are certainly a strange breed...

[AUdubon5425]

Originally Posted by miniman82

The idea that anyone here could deny anyone else on this forum anything is what's ludicrous, taking someone's OPINION for fact is also childish...

You know, what the guy needs is constructive criticism and advice such as the replies from andy and kx250rider. Suggesting he doesn't "deserve" another flyback is asinine. Period.

Originally Posted by Red Raster

No amount of chastisement from others could ever reach the level punishment that i would inflict on myself for hurting precious treasures.

Three days ago I watched someone drive a pick axe into the side of an NOS Sylvania color combo with a dead CRT. Guess I should have thrown myself between them. Hate to tell you, but not long after we draw our last breath most of our "precious treasures" will probably be scrapped for copper.

[miniman82]

Originally Posted by AUdubon5425

You know, what the guy needs is constructive criticism and advice such as the replies from andy and kx250rider. Suggesting he doesn't "deserve" another flyback is asinine.

This is the last thing I will say on this, since I already clarified what I wrote:

I NEVER SAID ANYONE DID OR DID NOT 'DESERVE' (your words) ANYTHING. Stop putting words in my mouth, or meaning to my posts that does not exist. If you want to get butthurt about something I've posted, send me a PM. I don't sugar coat reality, I call it like I see it. My first post was my initial reaction to reading OP's post. My second reaction is: I'm not surprised it blew up. You're free (as I am) to give whatever advice you wish, if you have some issue with me personally contact me, and if that doesn't work, a mod.

Has he considered getting professional help with his obvious anger management problem?

I kill terrorists for a living, what's your release?