I'm about to take on a vintage TT restoration project. (A pretty easy one, hopefully.) I've got a Technics SL-D2 that needs a serious cleaning, plays slow, and has a channel out. Spindle and arm are good, dust cover scuffed but not scratched (and missing a hinge tab).
I've got a new cart and headshell cables installed already. The left channel breaks either in the tonearm or the RCA outs. Going to do some continuity tests tonight to verify. Either way I've probably got some soldering to do.
I've done plenty of soldering in classrooms years ago but never owned my own. What should I be looking for, for this type of work? Any guidance the more experienced folks can share about soldering iron attributes to look for, types of solder, and other gear I'll need for this would be greatly appreciated! (Also - where in town can I buy this stuff?)
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