Part Em Out or restore?

Generally speaking, I prefer to restore rather than part out. Only if the machine is a total mess would I want to part one out.

Still, most old iron is not going to fall into the 'easy restoration' category these days. However, there are a few machines that have been kept up well that are. My last two projects certainly weren't all that easy. One was broken in two, and the other was flat wore out.

I have a 430w sitting outside the shop that doesn't look to be too bad - but I haven't torn it down yet. I don't know what 'gremlins' may be living inside the cases. At least it still runs. I think it burns as much oil as gas, but it still runs.

Best of luck - either way you go.

Stan