Restoring three Commodore PC-compatibles
The 8-Bit Guy・2 minutes read
The speaker is working on a series on Commodore history, acquiring vintage computers from the Rhode Island Computer Museum and detailing the restoration process, including retrobrighting and repairs. Despite encountering issues like shipping damage and yellowed plastic, the speaker successfully restores the PCs, showcasing the importance of preserving vintage technology.
Insights
- The speaker is deeply involved in creating a series on Commodore history, with a focus on their MS-DOS compatible computers and the Rhode Island Computer Museum's role in preserving vintage technology.
- Through a detailed narrative involving a trade, inspection, and restoration process, the speaker showcases a hands-on approach to maintaining and repairing classic computers, emphasizing the significance of historical preservation and restoration efforts within the technology community.
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Recent questions
What is the speaker working on?
A series on Commodore history
Where can one find a vast collection of vintage technology?
Rhode Island Computer Museum
What did the speaker trade for a Tesla Model 3?
Chevy Volt
What process was detailed involving water temperature monitoring?
Retrobrighting process
What was used to remove residual adhesive from a warranty sticker?
Alcohol
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