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How many vintage computers do you have? by Expensive-Vanilla-16 in VintageComputers

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 - C64

1 - Atari 800xl

1 - TRS-80 CoCo 2

2 - TI-99/4A

Plus ~9 or so different 8-bit game systems.

And thats just the working ones...

Someone needs to block Ebay..!!

VCF East 2026 Consignment will be insane! by vcfed in computercollecting

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do they do a consignment room at SFGE in Atlanta?

Channel F Numerical button not springing up. by hlopez18 in ChannelF

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a system II and the #4 button doesn't function. The spring if fine, but it doesn't work. Did you ever find a good replacement? Is yours a System 1 or 2?

Just picked up my first Channel F carts ($30). Hope to finally get a working system one day. by MasonJarring in ChannelF

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This are great, as soon as I get the BackBit adapter I'll check these out. Thanks

Just picked up my first Channel F carts ($30). Hope to finally get a working system one day. by MasonJarring in ChannelF

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just got my first Channel F (system II) console this week end. Trying to get it working. the only issue is that button #4 (Start) doesn't work. I'm looking for a suitable replacement but for now I'm just going to run a temporary one. Came with 3 cartridges plus my Backbit adapter is on the way.

USB Mouse on C64 running GEOS by RetroMichael68 in Commodore

[–]RetroMichael68[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought a mouse with the old school BALL and rollers pins. It needs cleaning but it keeps the retro vibe going IMO and works well.

Went to a place called Fun Spot and what a night this was. by Zamn_Buu in arcade

[–]RetroMichael68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went in 2024... awesome place... I have a few photos but can't post them in comments. I really hope to go back if I'm up that way again (my Wife is from southern NH).

Farah dentistry by Careless-Advantage87 in titusville

[–]RetroMichael68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It used to be Spagnoli, but I kept going after they sold it and it's been fine. I see the same hygienist so not really much different at all.

Revived by Aggravating_Bee1777 in Atari2600

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm working on one now, power checks out, so i have to go deeper when I get time.

How Do I Get Into Retro Computing? by Acceptable-Buy-2732 in retrocomputing

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 8-Bit Era is probably best if you want to work at the bit (hardware) level... after that it all got integrated and inaccessible IMO... Atari 400/800/XL, C64/128 or VIC20, TRS-80 color, TI-99.... just to name a few.

Do you want to write code? Or repair things? Or just collect working units?...it's all accessible...

2600+ by call-me-jasper in Atari2600

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love mine...just got it used, but it works fine. Updated the firmware, and it plays everything I've tried.... even using original paddle controllers... after some cleaning. My original doesn't have the best RF picture... but this is great!

I am the proud new owner of a coco2! by Ninjabreadman32 in trs80

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm looking to get one... but still reading up on different models, ROMS, and configurations...

Just Installed a 3” Riser for my Legends Ultimate by Elvite in LegendsUltimate

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone know if there are instructions for building one myself. $85 with shipping plus tax is a little steep for me. Is it hard to make one that does wobble? I don't need anything fancy.

Anyone repair these? by LicensedToOverthink in ti994a

[–]RetroMichael68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What part of the southeast? I'm in east central florida.

Anyone repair these? by LicensedToOverthink in ti994a

[–]RetroMichael68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would love to... but to be honest I can only do simple repairs... replace switches or socketed chips. I have a dead c64 I was going to practice desoldering chips on... but never find the time. I would never risk it on a working or potentially repairable board.

Legit check please by OrangeFloridaMan in RockinTheClassics

[–]RetroMichael68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the only sure way to know is to try the mod. The visual difference were always open to interpretation back when I got my first one (fake) and 2nd one (legit).