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!”
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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”
1983 IBM PC 5160 (XT) Personal Computer Restoration & Modifications
Earlier in 2025, I bought my first IBM PC, a 1983 5160 (XT) with matching monochrome IBM 5151 CRT display and IBM Model F keyboard. I’ve been wanting to get hold of an IBM PC for a while now, as it’s an interesting piece of history, and I’ve enjoyed several videos from Adrian’s Digital BasementContinue reading “1983 IBM PC 5160 (XT) Personal Computer Restoration & Modifications”
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”
1983 IBM 5151 Personal Computer Display Restoration & Modifications
Earlier in 2025, I bought my first IBM PC, a 1983 5160 (XT) with matching monochrome IBM 5151 CRT display and IBM Model F keyboard. I’ve been wanting to get hold of an IBM PC for a while now, as it’s an interesting piece of history, and I’ve enjoyed several videos from Adrian’s Digital BasementContinue reading “1983 IBM 5151 Personal Computer Display Restoration & Modifications”
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”
1983 IBM PC 5160 (XT) Power Supply Rebuild & Modifications
A few weeks ago, I bought my first IBM PC, a 1983 5160 (XT) with matching monochrome IBM 5151 CRT display and IBM Model F keyboard. I’ve been wanting to get hold of an IBM PC for a while now, as it’s an interesting piece of history, and I’ve enjoyed several videos from Adrian’s DigitalContinue reading “1983 IBM PC 5160 (XT) Power Supply Rebuild & Modifications”
2002 Nintendo GameCube Restoration & Modifications
I recently bought my first Nintendo GameCube on eBay – I never actually had one back in the day, I had a PlayStation 2 at the time instead, though a couple of my friends did. I’d been after one for a while due to their game library and available modifications. The Nintendo GameCube is aContinue reading “2002 Nintendo GameCube Restoration & Modifications”
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!”
1990s Apple Macintosh LC475 & M1296Z 12″ RGB CRT Display Repair
Early this year, a friend of mine asked me to take a look at their 1990s Apple Macintosh LC475 computer & matching 12″ RGB CRT display – these worked until a couple of years ago, but the LC475 was no longer booting & the CRT was no longer displaying an image. The first step wasContinue reading “1990s Apple Macintosh LC475 & M1296Z 12″ RGB CRT Display Repair”