or should I say....somewhat of an "order of operations" and I don't mean parentheses first. lol

Ok...so I basically just want to type up a checklist so that I don't forget to do anything. I know Larry (moses_007) has said that he likes to work on a clean project so he cleans/degreases first, IIRC.

Recapping the chassis next (I know that part is uber important!)

I know there will be varying ideas, but what the heck....any takers for #1? Or, maybe if anyone would like to share their own checklist that would be appreciated!

Cheers!

The first thing I do is clean everything. I too like to work on clean stuff. Then if it's a record player with an amp, I service the changer while I'm waiting for my caps to be delivered. Then I do an overhaul on the amp. Once the changer and amp are done I clean up the cabinet. That's my usual order of operation.

-Cody

When you're inspecting the amplifier to determine which capacitors you will need to order, take that opportunity to measure the resistors. That way you can order any you need at the same time. Inspect any power resistors (large, ceramic) carefully to make sure their leads are secure and won't break if flexed gently. They have a habit of breaking off if you even look at them wrong while replacing capacitors. Then you'd have to make another order.

-David

That's what I am talking about! Thanks, Guys! Anyone else want to add to my list and side notes?

Some people like to take a picture of everything as they go so if they have a problem they can look at the pictures and figure out at which step they messed up. I find that doing this makes everything take twice as long. When i am restoring an amp or radio, I highlight the schematic as I go. Each cap I replace I check to make sure its going to the right place so i have confirmation that everything is correct. By the end the schematic is a bright neon color!

-Cody

Also, How is the 45 player coming along? Cant wait to see it finished!!

Lol...Rust is my enemy! I am so mad about all this rust. It is COMPLETELY taken apart and I spend whatever time I have trying to get the rust off! I REEEEEAAALLLY hope I can get her back together again. sigh. Thanks for asking!
I can do it....or should I say....I think I can...I think I can.? Lol. Will keep you posted!
I have come to the conclusion that buying phonographs locally leads to less rust...Colorado is very dry. Lol

Which areas are rusted? I thought I spotted only one nickel-sized rust spot on top of the motorboard. Were there more?

I would power-sand it off, coat with rust reformer, do a fine sanding, prime and paint.

-David

sanding block works well. use course sand paper. garnet is the best. you will be surprised how fast this will take it down to bare metal. prime it with sandable primer. #400 wet/dry sand the primer. paint with matching spray paint of your liking

Thanks for the tips, Guys.
Yes there is a spot on top of the motor board about the size of a nickel....that whole piece will be refinished. The underside had lots of rust spots, and the entire outside edge is covered with rust along with some on the inside edge. Also, half of the removable chassis cover is covered in rust with some inside the chassis which has been difficult to get to.

You may want to get a Dremel tool if you don't already have one. There are a number of sanding and grinding attachments for it that would make this kind of work go much faster.

-David