1957 IBM Model B #616252
Status: My Collection
Hunter: William Saxbe (wsaxbe)
Created: 12-28-2020 at 04:23PM
Last Edit: 12-28-2020 at 04:36PM
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Description:
Cosmetically good Model B that needed some serious repair.
The escarpment had cracked at it's connection to the frame. Pretty deep in the guts so had to completely take machine apart and rebuild. J. B. Weld is holding everything together and IBM is typing well. Also replaced internal wires and resoldered motor connections. Removed about a half foot section of power cord closest to machine as it was pretty chewed up. Hydraulic air cushion needed adjustment as well as the power roller being reconditioned.
Fun to use, very classic '50's styling. Runs pretty quiet after reassembly. Terrifying with the cover off though: lots of pinch points and running belts.
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Hunter: William Saxbe (wsaxbe)
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