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NEC TG-16/TE/TurboDuo => TG/PCE Repair/Mod Discussion => Topic started by: graffias79 on September 13, 2014, 10:46:44 AM

Title: Ok, who is up for a re-cap job?
Post by: graffias79 on September 13, 2014, 10:46:44 AM

My Duo needs a re-cap and the time is now!  I was just playing a CD on it and realized that for some reason none of the CDs I played went past track 8 without becoming distorted.  This is strange since the last time I played an audio CD on it, it went to the edge with no trouble. (it finished an 80 minute audio CD) I'll take this as a sign to get the repair ball rolling.  The AV connector may need to be re-soldered as it is very touchy also.

Is anyone interested in doing this work and how much will it cost (ballpark)?

Please let me know if I need to buy the components and what I should send in the package.  I have never had a system re-capped before and I have to admit that I'm pretty nervous about sending my Duo away!

I live in Madison, Wisconsin so if anyone nearby is up for this that would be excellent but I am willing to ship anywhere in the country to get the job done.

Thanks,
Jamie

Title: Re: Ok, who is up for a re-cap job?
Post by: BlueBMW on September 13, 2014, 02:02:08 PM

Off topic a bit but if youre in Madison you should consider attending the Midwest Gaming Classic in Milwaukee in April.  Its alwaysa ton of fun.

Title: Re: Ok, who is up for a re-cap job?
Post by: crans on September 13, 2014, 10:08:58 PM

Im in Cali cost $88 shipped back 100% radial recap. Im backed up about a week atm

Turbokon is closer to you.

Im sure others will chime in

Title: Re: Ok, who is up for a re-cap job?
Post by: turbokon on September 14, 2014, 11:21:29 AM

I'm pretty backed up at the moment, at least 6 weeks.

Title: Re: Ok, who is up for a re-cap job?
Post by: BlueBMW on September 14, 2014, 12:12:11 PM

I'm on hold for repairs right now until I get settled and set back up to do them again.

Title: Re: Ok, who is up for a re-cap job?
Post by: graffias79 on September 15, 2014, 04:49:09 AM

Quote from: turbokon on September 14, 2014, 11:21:29 AM

I'm pretty backed up at the moment, at least 6 weeks.

***EDIT:  Since you're backed up, I may have found someone relatively close who can do it sooner so I will explore that route in the mean time.***

Hey I think I spoke to you on Facebook (Jamie Orlando).  I think perhaps I would like you to do the work since you said you can also check/tweak the laser.  Just let me know when a good time to send my system would be.  You can PM the details to me as to what to include, like if I need to supply the caps or whatever.  I have no problem waiting for your schedule to clear.  I don't have any strange audio issues other than an occasional digital distortion sound past a certain point in some CDs.  The TG-16 PSG sound is fine and matches that of my TG-16 itself.

Thanks,
Jamie

Title: Re: Ok, who is up for a re-cap job?
Post by: graffias79 on September 15, 2014, 01:41:58 PM

I just want to quick thank everyone for the replies.  I am just nervous about sending the Duo out!  I know you're all passionate about these awesome NEC systems.

Thanks,
Jamie