Emerson 540A restoration

[bandersen]

It's a tough set to work on for sure. I'm having to peel away layers to replace the old caps.

[dieseljeep]

Originally Posted by bandersen

It's a tough set to work on for sure. I'm having to peel away layers to replace the old caps.

At least the newer components are a lot smaller.
It's been about 40 years since I saw one of those. That sets all original, to be sure.
I don't think it has U/L approval either.
The tube shield on the 35W4 or 50B5 must get hot enough to blister your finger.