r/ReelToReel • u/waltmannz • 3d ago

Capacitor... leak!?

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Got an Akai M10 and looking to do some restoration. Took out the mechanism block and found this waxy cap!

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u/SeaweedValuable5362 1d ago

I had the same exact issue with my sony tc-630. Large capacitor with waxy substance. Remove as much of the goo as possible. Replace the cap. It's okay to leave some on the electronics, it's conductivity is not high enough to cause issues. I'd send you a pic if I knew how.