In addition to the repair cafes that I volunteer at, I do a lot of repairs for family and friends, mostly for household appliances, as well as stuff around our house. Lots of things are very easy and cheap to fix, and would otherwise go to waste, so it is economically and environmentally sensible toContinue reading “2022 Shark STYLE iQ HD120UK Hairdryer Repair”
Category Archives: Miscellaneous
Farewell to 2025!
As 2025 draws to a close, I wanted to thank all of you – my wife, viewers, subscribers, supporters, those who have bought anything from me, had anything repaired/serviced by me, or donated/sold anything to me – for making 2025 a great year. I’m sending all of my best wishes to you and your lovedContinue reading “Farewell to 2025!”
1982 Commodore 64 Charity Auction Ends Today at 18:00 GMT!
This is a reminder that my charity auction for a refurbished early Commodore 64 “silver label” from Christmas 1982 – just before the release of the Commodore 64 in Europe in early 1983 – ends today, 18:00 GMT on Sunday 14th December 2025. The auction is no-reserve with 50% automatically taken via eBay for CancerContinue reading “1982 Commodore 64 Charity Auction Ends Today at 18:00 GMT!”
Charity Auction for 1982 Commodore 64 “Silver Label” with KU-14194HB Mainboard
In a few days’ time, I will be auctioning off this early and collectible Commodore 64 “silver label” from Christmas 1982, just before the release of the Commodore 64 in Europe in early 1983, with 50% of the proceeds going to charity. UK delivery will be in time for Christmas 2025, forty-three years after thisContinue reading “Charity Auction for 1982 Commodore 64 “Silver Label” with KU-14194HB Mainboard”
Samsung C49HG90DMU 49″ 32:9 Ultrawide Gaming Monitor Stripy Screen Repair
A couple of months ago, I got given a Samsung C49HG90DMU 32:9 (3840x1080p) ultrawide 120Hz gaming monitor for spares/repairs because it only works OK once it has warmed up for about half an hour, until then it just displays a stripy white/purple screen which eventually changes bit by bit into a correct image. Apparently issuesContinue reading “Samsung C49HG90DMU 49″ 32:9 Ultrawide Gaming Monitor Stripy Screen Repair”
Recycling More Scrap Components!
Restoring vintage electronics can lead to a lot of waste being produced – failed ICs, failed components, irreparable circuit boards, and obsolete parts are usually the main offenders. As all of this is original and irreplaceable, and to help the environment, I try to recycle my electronics waste as much as possible. I often spendContinue reading “Recycling More Scrap Components!”
Join me on Elektor Engineering Insights (EEI) #57 – “Bringing Vintage Computers Back to Life”
In case it’s of interest to any of my followers, I have been invited to take part in a live discussion and Q&A session with Elektor Magazine as part of their Engineering Insights series, in which Elektor’s editors and engineers discuss real engineering challenges and solutions with electronics industry experts. The interview is scheduled forContinue reading “Join me on Elektor Engineering Insights (EEI) #57 – “Bringing Vintage Computers Back to Life””
Kenwood Kitchen Stand Mixer Repairs: A701A, A901, A901E, & KM200
My longer-term followers will probably know that I volunteer at a monthly repair café organised by Climate Action Stokesley & Villages (CASaV), a group who aim to help communities in Stokesley and the surrounding villages to take action on climate change by supporting and developing local initiatives to reduce carbon emissions. Repair cafés focus on waste, specifically byContinue reading “Kenwood Kitchen Stand Mixer Repairs: A701A, A901, A901E, & KM200”
1989 Tektronix 222 Miniature CRT Portable Oscilloscope – Battery Pack Replacement
A couple of months ago, I bought an adorable little 1989 Tektronix 222 miniature CRT portable oscilloscope locally on Facebook marketplace – I love old electronics test gear, and the 222 is particularly desirable among collectors due to its cuteness. The Tektronix 222 is a portable battery-powered 10 MHz dual-channel CRT oscilloscope with digital storageContinue reading “1989 Tektronix 222 Miniature CRT Portable Oscilloscope – Battery Pack Replacement”
Farewell to 2024!
As the year 2024 draws to a close, I wanted to thank all of you – viewers, subscribers, supporters, and those who have bought anything from me, had anything repaired/serviced by me, or donated/sold anything to me – for making 2024 a great year. I’m sending all of my best wishes to you and yourContinue reading “Farewell to 2024!”