DesTestMAX Diagnostic Tool for Commodore 64
When diagnosing stubborn Commodore 64 issues, the DesTestMAX diagnostic tool has become the go-to solution. In a recent episode of 8Bit Retro ReFix, the...
Reviving the Commodore 64: Installing a Modern VIC Chip Replacement
In their latest video, Triple Freedom began an exciting task: installing a new VIC chip replacement for the Commodore 64. The original VIC chips,...
Commodore 64 Overvoltage Repair
In the latest episode, Jan Beta tackles the troubleshooting and repair of a Commodore 64 damaged by overvoltage.
How to test a VIC 6559 Ceramic Gold Edition for Commodore 64
In this episode of Triple Freedom, the focus is on troubleshooting a Commodore 64 black screen issue. The team systematically works to identify the...
Restoring a Faulty Commodore 64: RAM, CPU, and Chip Repairs
In the latest video from the More Fun Making It 2 channel, the host shares a new repair update. They begin by discussing a...
Diagnosing the Black Screen on Commodore 64: Ruling Out the PLA
In this video, the Triple Freedom team uses an oscilloscope to check the signal on pin 20 of the kernel to identify a broken...
RFOFF: RF Modulator Replacement for Commodore 64 and 128
The Commodore 64 and 128 have been beloved by enthusiasts for decades, but one persistent issue has always been subpar video quality. Enter the...
C64 PLA Failure: History, Causes, and the Best Replacements
C64 PLA failure has frustrated owners for decades. In a detailed breakdown from 8Bit Retro Refix, the article explores why these chips fail, the science behind their fragility, and which modern replacements—like GAL-PLA, SuperPLA, realPLA, PLAnkton, and neatPLA—offer reliable fixes for the Commodore 64.
