1.5h
Cross-reference the original reference design against high-resolution scans of period documentation. Identify any errata.
1h
Drill plated-through holes, inspect under magnification, clean and prep the substrate.
5h
Period-correct components placed and soldered by hand. Every joint inspected, every value verified against the BOM.
2h
Powered on a regulated bench supply, run for 24 hours, then functional test against the original software stack.
Total: ~9.5 hours of bench time per board, assembled by Logan in Fresno, California.
★★★★★ 3.0 out of 5 · 1 review
This kid never heard of a 1750 ram expansion, but sold me a decent 1541 with a yellowed case.
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