Chris Edwards is back with another unforgettable project, this time tackling a true survivor in Amiga 3000 repair. What begins as a generous package from Australia turns into a full-blown restoration marathon that spans more than 46 hours. Inside the box? A mountain of snacks — and one severely corroded computer in desperate need of saving.
The video opens lightheartedly as Chris samples the imported treats before shifting to the serious task: rescuing a 1998 Amiga 3000 that’s been dormant for decades. Once the case opens, the real horror begins. The Varta battery has leaked, spreading acid damage through multiple chips. Gary’s leg snaps off, sockets crumble, and the board reveals layer after layer of corrosion. This Amiga 3000 repair quickly transforms into a fight against time, chemistry, and pure decay.
Chris methodically works through each section, cleaning, desoldering, and tracing broken lines with endless patience. He explains the Amiga 3000’s “Super Kickstart” feature — a dual-boot setup allowing Kickstart 1.3 or 2.0 — while re-socketing vital chips like Denise, Paula, and Agnes. Each repair step feels like surgery, and each success a small victory in the uphill battle against acid rot.
After hours of wire mods, component replacements, and near-despair, the effort pays off. The Amiga springs back to life, booting diagnostics and even showing the classic Kickstart screen. There’s still work to do — the audio and video systems remain unstable — but Chris ends the episode with hope. Part two promises the final fixes and more of his trademark humor amid the chaos of vintage hardware restoration.
For anyone fascinated by electronics, patience, and persistence, this episode delivers both entertainment and education. It’s an honest look at the reality of saving aging tech — one burned trace at a time.
