[radionoob]

Hi everyone,

I've been slowly looking at my 38-7 recently, and trying to learn electronics whilst I repair this old bird to sing again. I first replaced the power cord, because the old one was just plain dangerous. Now, I'm moving in to actually replacing parts (and I'm nervous about it, because other than some basic electrical safety knowledge, and VERY basic electronics knowledge, I've got nothing else to run with).

Today I noted that I have one of those canisters, which appears to be screwed. There is a crystal like substance coming out of the top and the bottom. I removed the can from the chassis, and am now wondering what to do.

Are there multiple capacitors inside this can? Should I cut it open? Is there anything special I should know while I try and fix this can?

Any input would be great, thanks.