Altec 19 Crossovers

[rvito]

Hello Folks, I recently picked up a real nice pair of Altec 19s. They sound fantastic but I am wondering if due to the age I should look at a recap or replace the crossovers with new from Gpa. Is it a chore to do a recap? Seems a lot cheaper to buy new caps then new crossovers but are the new ones a better way to g? Thanks for any information.

[fpitas]

The caps often need replacing by this time, so you could do that, or buy the GPA crossovers. Another option if you're handy with a soldering iron is Zilch's Z19 crossover, which some people think was an improvement over the original. If you Google search you'll find lots about it.

[10 Watt Street]

A common problem with the Altec Model 19 crossover is bad grounds at the rivets. Replacing the caps, internal wiring, and a thoroughly cleaning of the pots indicated.

[rvito]

What about the inductors should they be replaced as well?

[10 Watt Street]

Typically the inductors do not age or change value, so no, they don't need to be replaced.