I'm recapping a mid-80's McIntosh amp that uses Bourns 3386 trim pots for setting bias and offset. So they're 35yrs old or so.
Is there a good reason for changing these to new Bourns trim pots, or do these not tend to age/get flaky over time?
Thanks.
Is there a good reason for changing these to new Bourns trim pots, or do these not tend to age/get flaky over time?
Thanks.
Rule Zero: If it ain't broke don't fix it.
That style starts off flaky! That style is quite jumpy to set even when new, so if you need easier precise adjustment then go with a multi-turn type. But those you have should still be good as new.
That style starts off flaky! That style is quite jumpy to set even when new, so if you need easier precise adjustment then go with a multi-turn type. But those you have should still be good as new.
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