Let's Scratch-Build the SUPRINCETON......Part One of a Series

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  • čas přidán 26. 06. 2024
  • In Part 1 of this video series, we will begin to construct, from scratch, an amplifier and provide a new speaker for an empty 1954 Supro Supreme amplifier cabinet, sent to us by a viewer. All steps of the process are explained and demonstrated, from repair of the cabinet, design of the amp circuit and chassis, selection of components to purchase, construction of a sheet metal brake to form the chassis, and machining of the chassis for all components. In addition, we will take a break and go for a ride in a 1932 Ford Roadster.
    If you enjoy advertising-free videos (we do not personally authorize any ads) like this, please be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our channel and consider becoming a Patreon patron at: / uncledougsvintageamps , or making a PayPal contribution to dldcam@aol.com. Without your support, videos like this would not be possible.
    Thanks for watching !!! Stay tuned for Part Two, which will be posted in 2 or 3 weeks.
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Komentáře • 890

  • @CoolRoof1
    @CoolRoof1 Před 8 měsíci +124

    We all Love you Uncle Doug. You are a shining ray of sanity in an often gloomy world.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +16

      That's nice to hear, CR. Things have definitely gotten a lot gloomier just recently.

    • @Bob-Whiting
      @Bob-Whiting Před 8 měsíci +8

      Wait!, our Uncle is SANE?! Awwww, that's no fun!

    • @Slugg-O
      @Slugg-O Před 8 měsíci +7

      Politics, riots, and sheer lunacy may bloom like a weed but Uncle Doug is always Uncle Doug.😁

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +15

      Like death and taxes, we're here for the duration, Randy :)@@Slugg-O

  • @michel333100
    @michel333100 Před dnem

    Hi Doug, I have watched your channel for years. There's no one on the planet that could hold a candle to your skill of building amps and drawing schematics and explaining everything and your outrageous talent of building hot rod cars like the plastic models I used to build and paint as a kid by Mattel. There's no one on CZcams that is as entertaining as you are. I find you to be a diamond in the rough. You just don't find older guys in my age bracket quite like you. I think the world is lucky to have someone like you doing these videos and hope you go on doing the things that you do forever. Brings me back to a time when I was a kid and loved guitars amps and hot rod cars and surf music, but like my sister once said to me, you can never go back home .You have a way of mesmerizing people with the way you speak and your vast knowledge of everything. People have no idea of your genius. All I can finish with, is saying thanks for the years of videos. Michel Newell from Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před dnem

      Wow.....Thanks so much for the very kind and wonderful comments, Michel. Viewers like you make our work quite rewarding :)

  • @jaypaulson5181
    @jaypaulson5181 Před 8 měsíci +26

    I so appreciate the “take the training wheels off” direction- I fully believe that you need the schematic to understand the circuit, and make component choices from there. Building and troubleshooting are so much easier when you know what you are (supposed to be) looking at…
    Thanks Uncle Doug!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Glad to hear it, Jay. As a child, I begged for my parents to leave the training wheels on my bike.....but after a few minor crashes, I appreciated their "tough love" ;)

  • @edwardebel1847
    @edwardebel1847 Před 10 dny

    Mr. Douglas...your dry sense of humor is cracking me up...much better than most standup comedians these days...and then I stay for the electronic education...what could be better?!?!?! :-). (Gotta build me one of those speaker-wire handles! Sweeeeeeet!)

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 10 dny

      Thanks, Edward. We sold the original speaker wire handle on Ebay for $950.......minus fees, we cleared $1.62.

  • @alexdeleon7135
    @alexdeleon7135 Před 8 měsíci +14

    A scratch built vintage amp episode is a brilliant idea! It breaks the tried-and-true repair aspect of your channel into a new facet to this diamond called Uncle Doug. I am looking forward to the promised sequel to this exciting endeavor. Well done.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it, Alex. All credit goes to the viewer who talked me into it :)

  • @goltzhar
    @goltzhar Před 8 měsíci +6

    I does not matter what other people think, If you like to have the hood on when you are driving, have the hood on. Are you driving and owning it for YOU or for other people..... Listen to what you like to do, not what others like you to do.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +5

      Thanks for the pep talk, G. The question was largely rhetorical.....the sides stay on :)

    • @benlogan430
      @benlogan430 Před 8 měsíci

      It’s a bully world. Lol

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      @@benlogan430 Yes, it is, Ben :)

  • @rocket400what
    @rocket400what Před 8 měsíci +9

    Jeezus uncle doug, that home made press break is why we love your work. Fabulous as always.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much, Rocket. I wish I'd made it long ago :)

  • @Antony_Jenner
    @Antony_Jenner Před 8 měsíci +1

    The mike doesn't do your ford justice Doug, It's good when one has to their brain for a project. Excellent video mate! Nearly forgot, sides on.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Antony. I agree :)

  • @Rugbyman269
    @Rugbyman269 Před 8 měsíci +1

    As a 14 year old here in England back in the sixties , I looked in awe at these kind of hot rods ,back then there was only one car in our road , and four motorbikes , however , even then I can remember a Chevy Bel air coming down the hill towards me , it looked like something from another planet and the sound of a V8 was very special.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Automobiles are such a strong part of our culture, Graham. I've been a car nut for well over 60 years :)

    • @ericrawson2909
      @ericrawson2909 Před 8 měsíci

      Agreed. I saw a Bel Air way back when I was about 18. Also a Camaro that won a rally. Fell in love with these big V8s. Had company cars so had to drive four or six cylinder cars most of my life. Now I have an F Pace SVR. Love that V8 burble on idle, and the power is awesome, but inside the car you don't get that classic V8 sound that I love so much.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      England has a proud history of sporty, quality automobiles, but none of them seem to offer the "V8 sound" you enjoy, Eric. I guess you'll have to find it vicariously through American vintage autos :)@@ericrawson2909

  • @milofh550
    @milofh550 Před 8 měsíci +7

    Another amazing video Doug! I'll never be able to thank you enough for how educational and inspiring these videos are :)

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it, Milo :)

  • @mikemoyercell
    @mikemoyercell Před měsícem

    The car looks so ,uch better WITH the hood sides. It is beautiful either way though of course!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před měsícem +1

      I agree, Mike. That's the way the car has been ever since the video was posted. Thanks !!

  • @geraldnees1330
    @geraldnees1330 Před měsícem

    beautiful hotrod, I've been a car guy since the middle '60s and have been around and involved with 'rods all my life. it's great to find another person who enjoys amps, music and cars....I almost forgot he cats.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před měsícem

      It sounds like we are kindred spirits, Gerald. Thanks for your input.

  • @KleyDeJong
    @KleyDeJong Před 5 měsíci

    Delightful build Doug, thanks for sharing!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      You're welcome, Kley. Glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @DeadKoby
    @DeadKoby Před 8 měsíci +1

    There's something always so rewarding about starting with a pile of parts, making a "thing" and seeing it come to life. Doesn't matter if it's a car, an amp, or really anything that you've built with your hands and mind.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +2

      I agree completely, DK. You spend years developing skills and a project like this is a great way to exercise them :)

  • @glennselwitz1377
    @glennselwitz1377 Před 8 měsíci

    Hood side on...absolutely beautiful...you are one talented fella uncle...

  • @huddyskiba1
    @huddyskiba1 Před 8 měsíci +7

    Looking forward to this Uncle Doug Classic Series.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      I hope it lives up to expectations, H1 :)

  • @telecatsermaster
    @telecatsermaster Před 7 měsíci

    Home made press brake….. nicely done old man…..

  • @americanjetset5010
    @americanjetset5010 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Uncle Doug posted a video today. Today is a good day.

  • @cchavez248
    @cchavez248 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Uncie Doug!!! Us Mutsy a new kitty. I remember Jack but not Mitsy. Of course my imagination is way better than my memory!

  • @chickenlickin3820
    @chickenlickin3820 Před 8 měsíci

    Your my favourite Uncle, thanks Doug

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks so much, CL. See you at the next family reunion :)

  • @reggiewallace260
    @reggiewallace260 Před 8 měsíci

    Nice job on your "Pat. Pending" sheet metal brake. Interesting enough I went to school with Pat Pending and his brother Bill the founder of the Billy Beer company. That was at Chris P Bacon Elementary School in Arkansas. I wasn't aware he moved to West Texas.
    Seriously though.....well done video and great concept for a series. Can't wait to see how it turns out.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Reggie. Regards to the Tang sisters, Wu and Poon, if you happen to see them on the street :)

  • @ibanezleftyclub
    @ibanezleftyclub Před 8 měsíci +1

    I agree 100%, if you can’t figure it out yourself or learn to figure it out, your not going to get far doing this.

  • @hestheMaster
    @hestheMaster Před 8 měsíci

    That really is a fantastic bending brake you built Uncle. I'm stuck with the crappy one from Harbor Freight. I modded a
    large wood base for it. Clamped down on a large table you get better control while bending the average thicknesses
    sheet metal one uses for chassis. Was indeed interesting seeing you make a chassis and the electronics layout design
    from scratch. Thanks for the ride Uncle!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks for your nice comments and input, HM.

  • @TMiller58
    @TMiller58 Před 8 měsíci

    That National Amp I have... 1952..same circuit with 3 - 47k inputs, 6j7, 6sc7 preamp. I had to rebuild most of it as it had been stored in a high humidity. Wish I could post a couple pictures. Nice work as usual!

  • @ofershragay
    @ofershragay Před 8 měsíci +1

    Hood side on. Cool build

  • @williambock1821
    @williambock1821 Před 8 měsíci +12

    That Supro badge is slick! Building an amp can definitely be expensive but when you see a modern hand wired 57 Custom Champ for $1200,it takes some of the sting out of the cost of a home built amp. I have a lot of great amps (and some not so great,lol)that I wouldn’t be able to afford if I just bought them from a store. Plus it’s a lot more satisfying to build them. Can’t wait till the next episode.This is gonna be a cool amp!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thanks for your very nice comments, William :)

    • @nevillegoddard4966
      @nevillegoddard4966 Před 7 měsíci

      @@williambock1821. Yeah, & when you're building it yourself you can spread out the shell shock to the wallet by buying the parts stage by stage, & perhaps hide the cost from the missus more easily.
      Like my hifi amp & speakers I've built, which cost me about $5.5k, but spread out over 2 years, we're more like a dull ache, than a severe sting!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci

      Spread out the misery......makes sense to me :)@@nevillegoddard4966

  • @zhou_sei
    @zhou_sei Před 8 měsíci +1

    it's a good day when there's a new uncle doug

  • @fredflickinger643
    @fredflickinger643 Před 6 měsíci

    Nice ride! Looking forward to the build!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Fred. All three videos have been posted.

  • @markN-pm2ws
    @markN-pm2ws Před 8 měsíci

    Ah Man.... Your going to make us wait to see where the OT is mounting!
    😧. I'ma wait'en
    Thanks U.D. Love your videos and all your hard work.
    It's always worth the wait.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks !! I hope it's worth it, Mark ;)

  • @thomasburnett4712
    @thomasburnett4712 Před 8 měsíci

    Woohoo! Yer back, Uncle Doug!

  • @PeteEllson5656
    @PeteEllson5656 Před 2 měsíci

    Excellent video. Also I think the Roadster looks best with the hood sides installed. Thanks for your vids.

  • @rayvoorhies7180
    @rayvoorhies7180 Před 8 měsíci

    I'm excited to follow this project. I'd suggest using a eyelet board. It's easier to position the components. A lot of viewers might benefit seeing one laid out and installed. Looking forward to part two.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Greetings, Ray. I'm a dedicated believer in point-to-point wiring using terminal strips.....it's just my style :)

    • @rayvoorhies7180
      @rayvoorhies7180 Před 8 měsíci

      @UncleDoug I like point to point wiring too. I wasn't sure if you'd done a build with an eyelet board. But I understand it's better to stick with what you like.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci

      I think eyelet boards are wonderful for mass production, where the boards can be pre-assembled in quantity, but for one-off builds, I consider them to be an unnecessary complication. @@rayvoorhies7180

  • @OldRichieBoy
    @OldRichieBoy Před 6 měsíci

    Makes me wish Radio Shack was still in business.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Me too, RB. I miss the convenience.

  • @nevillegoddard4966
    @nevillegoddard4966 Před 7 měsíci

    Gidday Uncle Doug! 62 & my oldtimers disease must be trying it on! Sorry mate; I'd completely forgotten I'd already seen this part of the series, AND that I'd commented & liked it, AND that you'd kindly replied! D'oh!
    Nevertheless, I must have been so impressed & really, blown away by that beautiful '32 Ford that I forgot to say anything about the 'suprinceton'.
    I guess, like the '32, I just love brand new & reworked stuff going into old 'externals', helping them live to please another generation! Great fun!
    And before I forget, give Mitzy & Jack a headscratch for me would ya! I love them both! Unfortunately, I don't think I can have any more kitty cats - the poor buggers keep dying early on me!
    Great idea using dowels to plug the 12" speaker bolt holes! Nearly flamin invisible! I like how you installed the new handle; I'm gunna get meself some o that gun blue stuff! It seems to magically age brand new steel. Does it chemically bond with the steel? - & does it prevent corrosion too?
    It would be nice to see a complete modified circuit of your Suprinceton once you've finalised it. A little tricky to combine the 2 circuits together in my stoopid brain, & you draw them so well.
    Please tell me what a 'reverse audio taper pot' is? Is it, kinda 'antilogarithic'? And how would the tremolo pot respond to say, a log pot instead, for example?
    Yeah, so we all know we can't solder to aluminium right? Well, wrong. You can! I just watched Mr. 'Hackaday' do it! The trick is to plate the aluminium with copper first!
    All you need is some copper sulphate, some ferric chloride & table salt! Not too difficult, & I watched him use his resin-cored solder to perfectly tin an aluminium can & solder a resistor & an led to it.
    As bright & as shiny a solder joint as you'd see if it had been a copper can! Just miraculous! Impressive & unexpected to see a pink copper patch so well bonded to aluminium! No flames required. Especially easy when you're building an aluminium chassis from scratch!
    Of course, your new Suprinceton chassis would be all done & dusted by now, but maybe you could think about that for your next ali chassis.
    It was exciting to see all the new bits layed out there for the amp - like unpacking an amp kit! I bet it was fun for you too!
    What's up with that bender you made? You're gonna have folks & blokes wanting you to build them one of those too! It's a bloody beauty! I chuckled at the cussin & ICU comment ya funny bugger! Lol!
    Have I got it wrong or did you score yourself a real nice chassis hole punch set from a yard sale a while back? Or maybe it was Brad?
    Nevermind, the 'toob' layout looks nice mate, except I probly would have put the jacks in front of the 12AX7's to stop klutzes from damaging them & burning their unco little soft fingies.
    Tell me more about your legendary 'D' shaped drill bit! Where would I find out more about that?
    You nearly had me thinking you'd completely forgotten about the output transformer, but no, of course you hadn't! It's gunna be interesting to see where the sub-chassis for it will go though. I suspect there's not much room left inside the box.
    Last time I commented on the '32 Ford I likened it a formula one open-wheeler! Then I was thinking how much fun it would have been if it had a stick shift instead. But of course, the F1 cars now are even 7 speed autos!
    AND they have auto brake flaps on their rear wings now as they approach the corners. So you've got yourself a virtual 1932 formula one racecar there mate! Yeehah!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Greetings, Neville. Wow.....lots of questions. Gun Blue oxidizes the surface of the steel, protecting it from further oxidation. A link to the final schematic is included in the video description. You'll have to do an internet search for Reverse Log pots to get a proper explanation. Thanks for the soldering-to-aluminum tip.....I'll check it out. I did get a hole-punch set a couple years ago. I'll keep your suggestion on output jack positioning in mind for future builds. Merry Christmas !!

  • @luizdejesus6240
    @luizdejesus6240 Před 8 měsíci

    Graffiti yellow and chrome hot rod. Jeff Beck would be proud...

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      I hope so, Luiz. I miss him :)

  • @TheMuudcat
    @TheMuudcat Před 8 měsíci

    the car sounds luscious, amazing

  • @richclayton5785
    @richclayton5785 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Loved the way you handled the parts list and layout requests 😂

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Sometimes "tough love" is the best approach, Rich :)

  • @marceletch
    @marceletch Před 8 měsíci

    Without the sides! Nice and informative video, as always. Your yellow car reminds me the late Jeff Beck's. He had a very similar car like that, but I don't know where in England he could enjoy it. Their roads are very narrow. I'm not sure but I think most of his cars were left sided wheel! He was a very american englishman! Stay healthy and God bless you!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much, Marc. Will do. Likewise :)

  • @nomadicnerd818
    @nomadicnerd818 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Another fantastic video, and a timely, dare I say "uncle-ish" encouragement. Well done nudging people to step outside their comfort zones and develop their own BOMs!
    ...and then you highlighted the lesson by expressing your own misgivings about using the brake for the first time on a machined piece of metal. Ultimately you put on your big boy pants, trusted the tool, and ended up with a success.
    That is the best sort of mentorship.
    Also, the lope of a big cam is a thing of beauty. .

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks for all the great comments, NN :)

  • @lanehaverly4332
    @lanehaverly4332 Před 8 měsíci

    Makes me happy to know there are still rocket scientist among us creating the sheet metal bending tool puting your mind to work.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      If you don't use it.....you lose it, Lane :)

  • @starcarrier1874
    @starcarrier1874 Před 8 měsíci

    Awesome video Uncle Doug. I swear you passed me on Kessel Run in that hot rod doing about .5 past light speed.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Was that you? I thought a tortoise had escaped from the zoo ;) (JK)

  • @NickCoplowe
    @NickCoplowe Před 7 měsíci

    AAAAAArgh! Can't. Wait. For. Next. Video!!!! Going to have to rewatch some just to quell the shakes..............

    • @NickCoplowe
      @NickCoplowe Před 7 měsíci

      As for the side panels, on is less drag, off is more showy. Do you prefer a nice dinner dress or lingerie? Depends on the situation I guess.........

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks for the analysis and excitement over the video, Nick. If it helps, the wiring is finished and the little jewel is working perfectly !!@@NickCoplowe

    • @NickCoplowe
      @NickCoplowe Před 7 měsíci

      @@UncleDoug it helps, and also it doesn't!

  • @poorboyman5565
    @poorboyman5565 Před 7 měsíci

    It is a remarkable great looking rod that you have there uncle Doug. The hood sides should stay on. Great video.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks twice, PBM. On it is.

  • @bajaskier
    @bajaskier Před 8 měsíci +7

    Olson Electronics was a chain of stores similar to Radio Shack in the Midwest... Milwaukee in my case. They carried a much more complete parts line than RS, and also sold clones of Knightkits under the Olson name. They also kept young gun bands (like us) supplied in mic stands (Atlas clones), microphones (Turner clones), and as you discovered, musical instrument speakers which were better than Radio Shack offered, but more affordable than Jensen or CTI.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks for the interesting info, B :)

    • @DeadKoby
      @DeadKoby Před 8 měsíci +3

      I'm in the Cleveland area... Olson operated before my time, but I've had some of their products through the shop.

  • @AndyPTattoo
    @AndyPTattoo Před 2 měsíci

    Whoa! That supreme schematic is EXACTLY the same as the amp in the Filmosound model 179! (I just converted one last week, leaning HEAVILY on the knowledge I’ve gleaned from your videos I might add!)

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing, Andy. We're glad the videos have been helpful.

  • @-dazz-
    @-dazz- Před 8 měsíci

    Nice cliff hanger there with the output transformer final location. I swear these videos could be 3 hours long and I would still be wishing they were longer!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Glad you enjoyed it, D. The solution is somewhat unique ;)

  • @nevillegoddard4966
    @nevillegoddard4966 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Beautiful '32 Uncle Doug! Looks great sides-on or sides-off. Matching yellow backlit instruments lol nice! You're a braver man than me though UD with NO MUDGUARDS! Like a formula one driver!
    I'm betting the little UD Valco/Princeton bespoke hybrid is gonna sound sweet as a honeypot & can't wait for the next edition! Thanks for a great video! 😃👍

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      You're welcome, Neville. Thanks so much :)

  • @hallanvaara6106
    @hallanvaara6106 Před 8 měsíci

    A very cool video! I'm gonna hold my breath until I hear where the output transformer goes.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks, H6. Prepare to be astounded ;)

  • @Paul-hk7ue
    @Paul-hk7ue Před 8 měsíci

    you are the best....... glad your all well and thank you again!

  • @talldude5841
    @talldude5841 Před 8 měsíci

    Great show Unk Doug. Sides on like you said, looks sleeker.

  • @stevenclarke5606
    @stevenclarke5606 Před 8 měsíci +1

    It’s a good day when Uncle Doug posts a new video, looking forward to it.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      I hope you enjoy it, Steven :)

  • @charl160
    @charl160 Před 6 měsíci

    Excellent work, that is a beutifull machine!

  • @adeptgopnik
    @adeptgopnik Před 6 měsíci

    I agree, hood sides on. Let the intrigue work in their minds of whats under the hood.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      I agree. Intrigue it is :)

  • @johnforguites4800
    @johnforguites4800 Před 8 měsíci

    I'm big into cars but this one it pretty! The amp is what I'm here for but I completely enjoyed that!

  • @mauricerogerson5825
    @mauricerogerson5825 Před 8 měsíci

    Definitely, hood side on, Uncle.

  • @sinsayers8168
    @sinsayers8168 Před 7 měsíci

    great stuff. thanks for the hotrod clip shes a beaut

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Glad you enjoyed it, SS.

  • @skullheadwater9839
    @skullheadwater9839 Před 7 měsíci

    Hood sides on! My Uncle has a 1929 Model A business coup. He is 85 so he can't drive and I am the only one who drives it anymore. It is 100% stock in every way besides as bit of cosmetic work. Hard to drive, bumpy, rattletrap, but fun.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks for sharing, SHW :)

  • @charleslambiase5670
    @charleslambiase5670 Před 8 měsíci

    Myself as a player And a mechanic understand the mechanics behind creation same as the mechanics behind the playing.❤

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Indeed, Charles. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Sonar37
    @Sonar37 Před 8 měsíci

    You Rock Uncle Doug

  • @markperron4566
    @markperron4566 Před 8 měsíci +1

    The amp build is in my opinion among your very best ever produced and the 32 is an absolute work of art. The side panels are a must with louvers defining the attention to detail throughout l the perfect hotrod, great job Uncle Doug

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks so much for your very kind and positive comments, Mark.

  • @thatampguy
    @thatampguy Před 8 měsíci

    Another day, another cat! 😂 cheers! (UD, it's Luthier Vandross btw). Hope alls well brother!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      It is indeed, Luthier. Thanks !!

  • @mixolydian2010
    @mixolydian2010 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks a lot doug really enjoyed the video and the humour. Take care till the next installment.

  • @livewire4495
    @livewire4495 Před 8 měsíci

    Right up my Alley! Great Content.

  • @johngeddes7894
    @johngeddes7894 Před 8 měsíci

    In high school, my pop was a real demon on that vintage Ford coupe. He was a machinist, even in high school, and he hot rodded the dog piss out of the Flathead Ford engines of his day I think late ‘40s or very early ‘50s. Then Korea was calling. He never went back to hot rodding cars afterward; at least for himself, but he sure reminisced about his prized hot rod Fords. I myself was nearly born in his ‘49 Mercury, which he also thought highly of. Crossing the San Mateo bridge was dicey to say the least. He bellowed strict orders that my mom was expressly forbidden to give birth on that bridge. What sounds humorous is deceptive. He was never more serious. That was the DI, and he gave an order. It BETTER be obeyed.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      What great stories, John. Thanks for sharing :)

  • @david25876
    @david25876 Před 8 měsíci

    Sweet. A new uncle Doug vid!!

  • @tomrybak3074
    @tomrybak3074 Před 8 měsíci

    Aluminum is soft enough that you can safely use a wood cutting blade to cut it. I’ve been doing it for years without any problems. Another option for removing the handle pins is to center punch a dimple then drill down through the double heads that trap the bracket and push it down out of the cabinet.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Both are good suggestions, Tom. Thanks :)

  • @geraldmcquaid5383
    @geraldmcquaid5383 Před 8 měsíci

    I bet in a prior life you were a master builder for the Egyptian Pyramids! What a talent you have among many!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Wow....Thanks so much, Gerald.

  • @Wim37u
    @Wim37u Před 8 měsíci

    "Part One of a Series" Oh my oh my!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      .....and Part 2 is currently in production :)

  • @1974UTuber
    @1974UTuber Před 8 měsíci +2

    Good to see you again Doug.
    I always look forward to your videos and restorations

  • @benindavisca
    @benindavisca Před 8 měsíci

    woooo hooo a new Uncle Doug vid!!!!!!🕺🏼😃

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      I hope you enjoy it, Ben :)

  • @AdmiralQuality
    @AdmiralQuality Před 7 měsíci

    Great stuff, Doug!
    I just made a zero-budget current-limiter by splicing one extension cord in series with another. Then you plug a regular desk lamp into the one in series. LOL! Works! (No way to switch out the bulb though, so you have to unplug and replug the D.U.T. But the switch on the lamp at least cuts the power. This is what the kids would call "ghetto".)
    Have a buddy who does house wiring who's been telling me "I have all that stuff" for 2+ years now. Finally got sick of waiting for him to help. On with the Korg Mono/Poly repair! (Already have a Variac and Isolation Transformer, this was the missing link!)

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Glad to hear of the rather rustic addition to the diagnostic arsenal, AQ. I hope it serves you well :)

    • @AdmiralQuality
      @AdmiralQuality Před 7 měsíci

      @@UncleDougIt did! I brought the Korg Mono/Poly up slowly and was satisfied there were no major faults. Had already replaced the busted pot with a temporary piece of junk from some computer speakers (you can see it dangling out of the hole), so I then put it straight on the mains and lo and behold...
      czcams.com/video/wG5E9vczoBk/video.html
      Frankly I was a bit disappointed it was such a simple repair. But I'll take it! Taking an ain't-broke-don't-fix-it approach on everything else, including the filter caps. It all seems fine and zero hum. Amazing after 35 years in the bottom of my old music buddy's mom's closet. (That's what dented the front panel and busted the pot.) I intend to put it up on the market so "mostly unmolested" will be a selling point.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Indeed it will, AQ. Thanks for sharing :)@@AdmiralQuality

  • @marcuscarrozza732
    @marcuscarrozza732 Před 8 měsíci

    I love the hot rod. I can't get enough of it . Reminds me of my youth going to my grandfather's junk yard in the 1970's and him fixing cars and pulling parts. Thanks for the video Uncle Doug!! Awesome!!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Soo glad you enjoyed it, Marcus :)

  • @choimdachoim9491
    @choimdachoim9491 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks for the ride. Unexpectedly pleasurable.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it, C :)

  • @rdykes828
    @rdykes828 Před 8 měsíci

    Very much enjoy the amp repair , building , and the hot rods. As i've said before you are a very punny and entertaining feller. I could stand to see your 2 wheeled gems from time to time as well.... Thanks for being here Uncle Doug !

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      That's great to hear, RD. Thanks !!

  • @greggraham8532
    @greggraham8532 Před 7 měsíci

    Uncle Doug, thank you for yet another highly educational and inspiring video. Amps, jukeboxes or cars, there seems to be no challenge you cannot overcome, and your attention to every detail in pursuit of the best possible outcome is second to none. The luck owner of this "Suprinceton" is going to get an amp that has been lovingly crafted!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci

      Wow....Thanks so much for the very nice comments, Greg. We really appreciate them :)

    • @brianmichaud3668
      @brianmichaud3668 Před 7 měsíci

      Waiting on Sparta 2

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci +1

      How about Part 2, Brian, it should be even better ;) @@brianmichaud3668

  • @rryder994
    @rryder994 Před 7 měsíci

    I agree about the hood sides on, but can see that there are times where it can be fun to run without.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks, RR. Fortunately, it only takes a couple minutes to remove them :)

  • @rockitlikeawolf
    @rockitlikeawolf Před 8 měsíci

    cant wait to hear this amp!
    my vote on the 32 Ford:
    hood sides on.

  • @pauldavis6356
    @pauldavis6356 Před 8 měsíci

    "Patented D-Shaped Bit" Hysterical ! 🤣

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Actually patent pending ;)

  • @Silent-Lucidity
    @Silent-Lucidity Před 8 měsíci

    I was watching another CZcams channel, "specializing" in tube amp repair/restoration, and I can not express how much better your work is relative to this other person. I didn't, but I wanted to tell him he needs to watch your channel to understand how to do this with perfection and precision.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks so much for your kind appraisal, S-L.

  • @terrybull3798
    @terrybull3798 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Another great video Uncle Doug. Aluminium soldering is quite easy. You just need the right type of flux. The flux I use came with a MAP gas torch, and worked fine with standard iron and solder . I have found this useful for soldering to aluminium tape for guitar cavity shielding.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks for the tip, Terry :)

  • @JesusIsLordofMybeing
    @JesusIsLordofMybeing Před 8 měsíci

    You are the man Uncle Doug. Everything you do is top notch. Thanks for always teaching and keeping things hilarious.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      You're welcome, JMB. Thanks for the nice comments.

  • @Jesuswinsbirdofmichigan
    @Jesuswinsbirdofmichigan Před 7 měsíci

    🤗 @ 1:01:30 chassis fits. Ride-along was cool breeze🍀✝️

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci

      Sometimes we just get lucky :) Glad you enjoyed both, J.

  • @user-sy9oc4lc3z
    @user-sy9oc4lc3z Před 7 měsíci

    Hi Uncle Doug - I really enjoyed Part One, and am looking forward to Part Two. I recently added bias-wiggle Tremolo to my scratch-built 5E3 and was underwhelmed with the intensity. After a few mods, I finally got to an acceptable intensity (but I may go back and change the power stage to fixed bias). I'm very interested to see how you add tremolo to a cathode-biased power stage. Thanks for sharing this project.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Faced with the difficulties you described, I caved in and changed the circuit to fixed bias. Since this is a video series, I did not want to end up with hours of experimentation and uncertain results. My inclination was to apply the trem output to the cathode of the second triode......but that is also where the NFB connects.

  • @stevesuv
    @stevesuv Před 8 měsíci

    you are the KING

  • @rmdatv
    @rmdatv Před 8 měsíci +2

    We’re excited for this video as much as you doing it! Cant wait to do a full listen this evening after work.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      We hope you enjoy it, RM :)

  • @tonymanns8249
    @tonymanns8249 Před 6 měsíci

    Thanks Doug for your very interesting, wonderfully detailed, and humorous 'SUPRINCETON' trilogy.
    That Supro cabinet looks very much like my 1952 Valco OAHU 'Supreme' amp.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      You're welcome, Tony. Since both Supro and Oahu were created by Valco, the cabinets may well be identical.

  • @paultopolski1978
    @paultopolski1978 Před 8 měsíci

    Great video uncle Doug!
    Good job on the chassis fabrication, and the building of the brake.
    As far as the hood sides on, or hood sides off, I would take the indecisive approach and leave one side on and the other side off. You will need to decide if, left side on, right side off, or the opposite. I can't figure out everything for you!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks, Paul. Don't worry about the hood sides.....the decision was made long before the video.

  • @ilovecheeseburgers7462
    @ilovecheeseburgers7462 Před 8 měsíci

    Knowing there's going to be two or three more video's is the best part. With the hood sides is better.

  • @GGMann-qh4ui
    @GGMann-qh4ui Před 6 měsíci

    The solid lifters are acoustically glorious. Thank you.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, GG. Like a castanet solo ;)

  • @genekloszewski5484
    @genekloszewski5484 Před 8 měsíci

    When a craftsman needs a bending brake.. he simply makes one himself! ( same thing i did!) Good stuff!

  • @MartyGerman
    @MartyGerman Před 8 měsíci

    Sides on the rod looks the best to our eyes! Thanks for the ride!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks, Marty. I agree :)

  • @exeterslab7781
    @exeterslab7781 Před 8 měsíci

    Great start Doug

  • @garryparker337
    @garryparker337 Před 8 měsíci

    Brilliant start to the latest amp, leaving no stone unturned. Appreciate the return to the Amp/Hot rod format to the videos

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it, Garry :)

  • @RPike-bq3xm
    @RPike-bq3xm Před 7 měsíci

    Keep it simple is the best approach to the BOM when making a CZcams video. Thing about the tube deal is you might get it done and find the one of the transformers are not quite right. At first I was a little disappointed in no list. Not that I wanted to build this amp but see if I had an any donors that would work. Matching the outputs to the output transformer is a big part of the circuit design and there are many others that discuss this process. I’m totally with you on the “Build to your own plans”. Nice series.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Identification of the transformers is provided on the schematic posted in the Video Description of the Part 2 video.

  • @michaelspiering7585
    @michaelspiering7585 Před 8 měsíci

    I gave you a like, like I do on all of your videos. I give the likes on my phone, but I watch the videos on my big screen TV.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci +1

      We always look more youthful on the big screen, Michael.....at least our hands ;)

  • @knightbrolaire526
    @knightbrolaire526 Před 8 měsíci

    Great to see another video from you! They're immensely helpful for those looking into amp building/repairs, because you take your time and explain everything so well. Thank you, Mr. Doug!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      You're welcome. We're glad you enjoy the videos, Martin.

  • @markcooper9063
    @markcooper9063 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I have used the c12q speakers and I like them alot

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks for the input, Mark :)

  • @peteleoni9665
    @peteleoni9665 Před 2 měsíci

    I just scratch built a champ chassis with your 2x4 and hammer method....Harbor Freight breaks looking very good to me and we are getting a new one 2 miles from my swamp on the 23rd.....(-:

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 2 měsíci

      I agree, Pete, and built my own brake for chassis fabrication.

  • @PennStacker
    @PennStacker Před 8 měsíci

    LOVE your videos! Thanks!

  • @GLuft3
    @GLuft3 Před 8 měsíci

    Nice work, UD!!