I guess the TIPs were transparent when hometaxial outputs were used. When epitaxial outputs are used the TIPs show their @$$. Any modern purpose-made driver pair would be better.
If using the original boards, just drill the holes out with a #60 before attempting to put in twisty leg TO-220’s. Drill from the solder side.
If using the original boards, just drill the holes out with a #60 before attempting to put in twisty leg TO-220’s. Drill from the solder side.