[elrod-tom]

Hello all:

I'm pretty new to this, having done a bit of soldering in my lifetime, but not much.

I've purchased a Fisher X-202-B amp and Resto-Pack (from the Fisher Doc), and intend to restore it. However, it occurs to me that my tools (especially my meter) might not measure up.

I would greatly appreciate any suggestions re) tools that will be helpful....especially the meter. Thanks....

 

[ServinginEcuador]

Go to Rat Shack, Fry's or something equivalent and check out what multi meters are in your price range. Other than that it will be hard to decide which one does all you want it to, feels well built, and costs what you want to spend.

Fry's also has a large selection of soldering stations and tools needed for soldering and such. Get a decent station with a 40w or so iron that's variable AND comes with a holder for it when it is hot. If it doesn't have a holder, big spring looking thing that's smaller at the opening and larger as it goes down, it will be difficult to work with.

This should also bump the thread so that others with more experience can chime in.

 

[puppyslugg]

elrod-tom:

A lot will depend on how much diying you plan to do. If it's for a one or two time thing, you can get away with less expensive tools.

If your serious, here's a soldering station to check out from damonpip:

http://headwize2.powerpill.org/ubb/s...1803&fdays=20&

 

[elrod-tom]

Thanks for the responses.

I'm thinking that I'm probably OK with all the soldering stuff. However, I'm wondering if there are some tools that are specific to working with tubes that would be helpful. Also, is there something special that I will need in a meter that I might not need for basic electronics.

It's on things specific to TUBES where my DIY wheels start to come off.

 

[Gariver]

The place to get a meter is Web-tronics. Check out the ones that say "Digital Multimeters, World Beater Prices." These offer great value. That is, you get a lot of features for very little money. Quality? I've bought two, and they are very good.

http://www.web-tronics.com/test-equipment.html

Try to get something over $30. These are a bit better!

 

[elrod-tom]

I found a great site for folks (like me) who are making their first serious foray into tubes. The link is listed below:

http://www.geocities.com/etforeplay/foreplay2.html

 

[winston61]

For me there's only one multimeter and that's Fluke. You can get a nice little meter for about $100.00 that will do all you need and last a lifetime. I am not on Fluke's payroll, I just took my cue from professionals and they use Fluke.

 

[carlo]

elrod-tom,

invest in a good desolderering iron, it'll make removing existing parts much easier. approx $30 for a good 35w one from radioshack.

carlo.