KT66 clearance issue (build now complete)

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KT66 clearance issue (build now complete)

Post by Madditch » Wed Aug 18, 2010 7:27 pm

I'm using a Mojo chassis and MC trannys, the PT is bigger than what the chassis was punched for so I had to make some adjustments. After fitting everything together and moving both trannys, I am only able to get about 2-2.5mm clearance between the tubes and the transformers.(See pic.) Will there be any issues having the KT66s this close to the trannys?
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Re: KT66 clearance issue

Post by Woolly Mammoth » Wed Aug 18, 2010 8:13 pm

That does not look like a MetroAmp 45 kit.
Is this posted in the wrong spot ?

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Re: KT66 clearance issue

Post by Flames1950 » Wed Aug 18, 2010 11:12 pm

As to the question though, KT66's are always a snug fit and your situation isn't uncommon. No problems in any amp I've ever built with KT66's.
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Re: KT66 clearance issue

Post by Madditch » Thu Aug 19, 2010 9:32 am

Great, thanks! I will move on with the build.

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Re: KT66 clearance issue (build complete)

Post by Madditch » Sat Sep 04, 2010 4:20 pm

Just finished her, it sounds amazing so the proximity of the KT66s to the transformers is definitely a non issue. Thanks for the help. Here are some gut shots.
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Re: KT66 clearance issue (build now complete)

Post by Flames1950 » Sat Sep 04, 2010 6:25 pm

Nice job!! :D
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