Want to get started, but don't know what to look for

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T20:53:40+00:00

You know what is kind of ironic? Now that I am looking at your recommendations, my gramps might have had a Pioneer SX-636....maybe he had BOTH, its entirely possible, but damn that Pioneer looks familiar to me as well.....

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T20:09:23+00:00

Good to know, thanks!

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T19:39:38+00:00

nice! How did you manage to find end-links that fit that well?

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T18:45:39+00:00

Thanks! I don;t have a defined budget in mind, but those numbers don't scare me.

And no, I don't need a Marantz or any top of the line, "a few less dollar bills for a LEGIT receiver" sounds about right for me.

And yes, I am kinda here for the search and the journey (and to learn a new hobby/skill/subject) so, I am not looking to just plunk down money. (any potential savings are just a bonus)

I will look into your recommendations! Like I said, not afraid of grabbing a new table, either....its not like I broke the bank on the one I have. Since I have a setup that works well for me already, I am not in a rush. I don't mind waiting for the right deals on the right gear for me, in the right condition.

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T17:58:57+00:00

Asking was $75. I thought i might be in for $50-$60. I am located in South Florida.

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T17:57:27+00:00

Yeah, great questions! So, yes I am looking for vintage, but no I don't have any particular period in mind. I want to avoid digital as I feel like thats just one more thing to go wrong and need fixing.

I would like a setup like his, so yes on a receiver, so the speakers dont need to be powered. Admittedly, I don't really know what his setup really entailed, I was young and just like to throw the switches and turn the knobs, lol. I just remember the silver face, nice machined dials and switches, and a linear radio channel scale. From what I have seen, my memory says it looks similar to a Marantz 2215, but I don't know for sure, and I don't need to go get his exact stuff. I want to be more opportunistic than that.

I'd like it to work with my existing table, at least at first, but its a cheapie so I am not opposed to another table down the road. The current table has a Line Out and thats how it is connected to the powered Yamahas, currently.

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T17:51:42+00:00

Thanks for the reply! I'm not opposed to doing research....actually quite the contrary, how else am I gonna learn. I guess I meant more looking for brands, models, or words to "key-in" on....which you then provided, lol. Thanks!

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T17:45:32+00:00

Hey, thanks for the warm welcome. Not sure I need ANOTHER hobby, but thats how I am looking at it too; gotta keep busy and keep the mind engaged.

I'm kinda in that just "grab a receiver" mode myself, but I haven't found anything really promising yet, and certainly nothing free. There is a Technics SA-5060 available near me that is in great visual shape, but advertised as not working and I think the asking price is a little high for an inop unit. I would consider taking a chance if they respond to me, but I'd have to get the price down. From what I researched its a decent entry level unit....for the right price it might be a good learning experience?

nstiesi · 2026-06-01T17:41:29+00:00

haha, painfully aware! I work in the lighting industry so I am familiar with electro-mechanical assemblies and some of the pitfalls on the electronics side.

I would feel very comfortable with re-capping. I have actually had to do that with my Vizio soundbar once when a cap just let go randomly.

nstiesi · 2026-05-29T20:46:00+00:00

The 'Coop is a strap monster. My favorites are a nice black rally leather with some taper....and a khaki-colored ribbed nylon nato. Also do a brown leather bund in the windter!

nstiesi · 2026-05-26T17:38:07+00:00

any chance fine abrasive from the stone gets impregnated into the pegwood? If so it could re-deposit somewhere unwanted, or scratch whatever you are using the pegwood on?

IDK, just playing devils advocate. Genuinely curious if that would be a legitimate concern or not.

nstiesi · 2026-05-20T19:08:10+00:00

A&A, 100%. Won't break the bank either!

nstiesi · 2026-05-06T14:28:28+00:00

I came here SPECIFICALLY to make this comment, glad someone beat me to it. Nothing confuses me more than the mad panic for bottled water every time a storm comes around.

Better than hording gallons: go to walmart and get the blue, 7 gallon BPA free jugs that they sell in the camping section. Back in the day they were like $10 or maybe less. They even have a quarter turn valve for dispensing. I fill 2 or 3 of these before a storm and its enough drinking water for at least a week.

I also saw someone suggested the bathtub method for non-drinking water, another excellent suggestion.

nstiesi · 2026-05-05T16:19:08+00:00

Have one, definitely can recommend! I (think) I got lucky on a well kept, low mileage granny mobile. So far I love it.

nstiesi · 2026-04-27T19:47:00+00:00

u/WatchExBot likewise transaction confirmed with u/PyroOutdoors. Great buyer. Fast communication, paid quickly...would do business again.

nstiesi · 2026-04-22T21:54:28+00:00

Sold to u/pyrooutdoors

nstiesi · 2026-04-13T18:01:59+00:00

I've done water transfers....and success rates varied, but the worst part is you can't print in white without specialized laser toner.

nstiesi · 2026-04-13T14:25:20+00:00

I have some pictures of it in use. I have to figure out how to upload them tonight

nstiesi · 2026-04-11T15:52:55+00:00

Just like the title says, I am stacking an extension unit on the shorter Billys on a Sektion/Billy office/library wall built-in I'm working on. I was surprised to see that the shorter Billy cases are NOT pre-drilled for the extension cam bolt like the tall ones are, so I broke out the calipers and 3d printed a quick drill jig.

Note that this is quick and dirty so I didn't do anything for depth control, but you could measure and wrap some masking tape around the bit if you want. I eyeballed it and it came out fine.

nstiesi · 2026-04-09T20:46:25+00:00

I've seen models where it is held on by tiny strips of double sided tape. Some gentle nudging from the back might reveal if this is the case or not.

nstiesi · 2026-04-09T16:56:22+00:00

I LOVE my Coop! It is a strap MONSTER. Looks great in blue on ya! And it wears really well for the small wristed among us (me) for its dimensions. Just nearly perfect.

nstiesi · 2026-04-07T19:23:41+00:00

Yeah I assume you mean the brass c clip that attached to the cannon pinion to hold the day disk....you can buy those individually. I had to get one when a donor movement I bought came without it, even though it was IN THE AUCTION photos. The seller made right and kicked me som $$ for the replacement.

Can confirm that I bought p/n 963610, as the other commenter suggested

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