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Quoted from Bowlingpin:When replacing a transistor.. just snip the old one off at the legs and solder the new on to the old...
I am actually impressed. This is a pretty neat job and a lot harder to do than doing it right.
I'm wondering if the person lifted a few traces in the past and is gun shy about cleaning out the holes.
And if you don't have an electronics store to get solder you can always go to a plumbing supply place and get that acid core stuff in a pinch.
Oh, and if you're going to send a playfield to someone for clear coating here are a couple of tips.
Use a sharpie to fix any fine black lines like around inserts. This will save you touch-up money.
And if you wipe the playfield down with silicone before shipping it will arrive nice and clean. Nothing will stick to it.
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