Re: Restoring Apple II. 6502 types?

[mjmahon@aol.com (Michael J. Mahon)]

Scott Alfter wrote:

>If the pins of the original processor were so corroded that they crumbled
>apart, it probably wouldn't be a bad idea for the OP to replace the socket
>while he's waiting for a replacement processor to arrive.  40-pin DIP
>sockets (and an inexpensive desoldering iron that makes removing the old
>socket much easier) should still be available at nearly any Radio Shack;
>failing that, they're available from places like DigiKey and Mouser.  If the
>pins were corroded, there's a fair chance the contacts in the socket are
>also corroded and will make fair/poor contact with the replacement.

I agree that socket replacement is probably best, but would not
recommend that anyone not skilful with electronic soldering learn
by trying to desolder a 40-pin socket from an Apple ][ main board.

The OP should assess their soldering skills before undertaking
such a project, lest the board be damaged in the process.

-michael

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