how much trouble can i get into without losing my life. Amp build

[70 Mach 1]

Looking to do a mojo tone Tweed Champ clone build project.
i can solder well.
I can read a basic schematic to a point to where i can at least identity components.
i cant troubleshoot. I don't have any scopes or tech equipment.

am i looking at a death sentence and wasting money only to have a tech redo everything?

 

[SonVolt]

I legit about killed myself changing a fuse in an old Laney AOR when I was in my early 20s. Knocked me unconscious for a second.

 

[Joe6v6]

You'll be fine. Your smart to start with a champ, simple & a great amp when done. Mojo has a good layout & instructions, take your time & keep it neat. Just dont touch anything inside when its on.

 

[jchrisf]

I'd recommend getting it at Amplified Parts. They have an Instruction Manual for theirs and it is less expensive. I've heard they are better quality but i don't know. Scroll down a bit and you can see the instruction manual can be downloaded:
https://www.amplifiedparts.com/products/amplifier-kit-mod-electronics-5f1-5w-amp-tweed-era

 

[311boogieman]

Have fun and good luck.

 

[TheBiggestJerk]

Looking to do a mojo tone Tweed Champ clone build project.
i can solder well.
I can read a basic schematic to a point to where i can at least identity components.
i cant troubleshoot. I don't have any scopes or tech equipment.

am i looking at a death sentence and wasting money only to have a tech redo everything?

What temp are you soldering at? Do you have heat sink clamps?

 

[70 Mach 1]

What temp are you soldering at? Do you have heat sink clamps?

Have a 30 watt iron. Also a 65/130 watt gun but decided not to take on the project.

Im figuring for a few dollars more by the time i buy the cab and speaker i can get a pro to do it.

also i rather spend a bit more money and get something bigger like 20 watts with BMT controls, verb and some modern mods like external bias ports, bright switch, half power,

All well beyond my capabilities

 

[scottosan]

Unplug the amp and discharge the amp by shorting pin 1 on v1 to chassis with an insulated screwdriver or similar . Check voltage on the caps to make sure they’re low and have fun

 

[TheBiggestJerk]

Have a 30 watt iron. Also a 65/130 watt gun but decided not to take on the project.

Im figuring for a few dollars more by the time i buy the cab and speaker i can get a pro to do it.

also i rather spend a bit more money and get something bigger like 20 watts with BMT controls, verb and some modern mods like external bias ports, bright switch, half power,

All well beyond my capabilities

Be really mindful of a heat and use flux. Use heat sinks!!! Make sure you have a multimeter, and follow the schematic. Build a capacitor discharging tool with an alligator clip, 2-3 wire, large resistor and a copper probe. Lots of tutorials on YouTube.

 

[70 Mach 1]

Unplug the amp and discharge the amp by shorting pin 1 on v1 to chassis with an insulated screwdriver or similar . Check voltage on the caps to make sure they’re low and have fun

Be really mindful of a heat and use flux. Use heat sinks!!! Make sure you have a multimeter, and follow the schematic. Build a capacitor discharging tool with an alligator clip, 2-3 wire, large resistor and a copper probe. Lots of tutorials on YouTube.

i decided not to do the project.
Rather put the money into a pro custom build with some more horsepower and modern features

Im going to reach out the Jeff Gehring on TGP to see what he can put together