Arcade Collecting > Restorations & repair
Centipede Restoration - It's Alive!!!
Lutus:
I would also replace the connector and pins that plug into the gameboard. And check the gameboard "fingers" for burns/corrosion.
So did you get this machine for free?
JeepMonkey:
Nice looking cab. A great place to start. Good luck.
ChadTower:
Dude! That thing doesn't need a restoration. It's already really good. Make it reliable and leave it as is, I say.
shred5:
Yes change out the big blue... Next clean the edge conectors on the main board and on the audio regulator and place any burnt pins...
Dave
tafische:
Thanks for all the comments/suggestions.
I have a big blue and a cap kit for the AR2 on order from Bob. I am going to start there and work around to the main PCB and connectors as needed, but they appear in pretty good shape. I have done a first pass cleaning of the main PCB, but it needs more after I have the power supply rebuilt and know if it is ok. From there I am going to the monitor and cabinet. I am probably going to also go in and replace all the interlocks and power switch and try to go 100% original on this one.
I didnt get it for free, as my cousin really needs some funds after her divorce. I am going to pay her a fair price for it.
As far as the image, I am fortunate to have access to a Fluke 123 scope meter. It is really handy for this type of work. Here are some screen shots directly from the unit:
Another view of the +5v problem
A beautiful -5v
As far as the buggered up bottom where it was drug along a floor, what have you all found works best for cleaning that up? It is about 1/2" up from the bottom. I am thinking about making a straight cut along the bottom to clean it up. After that, I might take some type of black vinyl strip and run it along that line to make it clean. Other suggestions?
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