Commodore C64

Configuration

• Built: Q3 1984
• Mainboard: 250407 Rev C
• CPU: 6510 (date code 2284)
• SID: 6581 (date code 3284)
• VIC: 6569R3 (date code 3284)
• RAM: 64KB
• “Breadbin” case, original brown

Trivia

• Came with an original manual.
• All DIP chips are socketed in this machine.

Restauration Works

• Cleaned the case, whitened it a bit in the sun.
• Fully disassembled and cleaned the keyboard. The keycaps were whitened in the sun.
• Recapped the board. Also replaced the 7805 with a Traco Power DC/DC converter.
• CPU, SID and VIC got proper heatsinks.
• Two case hinges were broken and replaced with 3D prints.
• The original rubber feet got sticky after cleaning, and were replaced with new ones.
• Full diagnostics test was successful. Keyboard test was successful.

History

• 2023-05-29: Restauration
  • Board cleaned and recapped
  • CPU, SID, VIC heatsinked
  • Fixed broken hinges
  • Replaced rubber feet
• 2022-07-30
  • Cleaned the very dirty case, whitened in the sun.
  • Disassembled and cleaned the keyboard.
• 2022-07-20: Date of purchase