Ok, I have replaced the hot, regulator, flyback, main ceramic resistor and all the weak components I have had the patience to search for. This set still blows the main resistor when I try to fire it up. It is R1, 2.7 at 15w Ceramic. I have looked everywhere I can to find any tips on this set and have come up empty-handed. I now have two days left to get it done, and I am pulling out my hair. Does "anyone" have any tips on this unit that might account for this happening? I am desperate now and need some advice. Thanks, John. John Florea Jr. Affordable Electronics Tumwater Washington. ***************************************************************************** The Tech Address Book: http://www.tech-assist.org/secure/tip/contact.html Add a Repair Tip Here, or Change/Remove your Email Address: http://www.tech-assist.org/secure/tip/main.html Lost Password: http://www.tech-assist.org and select "Lost your Login Info?". Email Archives: //www.freelists.org/archives/techassist/