Electrolytics and old caps

[Charles W. Morehouse]

Hi Folks.
Yes replace them.  In the case of the FT types, to keep the original
look you can rebuild them.  Saw off the base with a Dremmel tool.  Clean
out the can and use new
caps.  I get mine from Mouser and the modern ones are smaller and
usually fit in the can.  Wire them to the same tabs.  Usually have to
drill a small hole to bring the leads out.  Use some silicone glue to
stop rattling.  Reattach the can to the base with some JB Weld.
Wayne;
W4GBW

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