[Brad Winder]

Good topic!

I like to restore chassis to as close to original as possible, which includes restuffing capacitors and using correct type/colours of wires for the particular set. That being said, I will only go that far, as long as the condition of the set warrants it. Otherwise, I use good electrical practices, and repair the set to proper (and safe) working order. I have restuffed capacitors in a 5 tube battery set, making it look as though it has never been touched. On the other hand, I've completely rebuilt a 15 tube chassis, using all new components and wires. The contrast was the battery set truly had never been worked on before, whereas the 15 tuber had been totally hacked in the past.

Incidentally,  I have a large RCA in my living room, and as much as I love the set, it doesn't play all that well. But, I'm afraid to look under the chassis. I bought it from a friend, whom has since departed this earth, and I know who he had "restore" the chassis for him. Cringe.