Chris Edwards returns with another detailed restoration video, this time tackling a Trumpcard 500 repair. Sent in by a viewer, the unit arrived with its original hard disk setup but was destined for an upgrade to modern storage through a ZuluSCSI adapter. Alongside this, the project included repairing a faulty Amiga 1200 floppy drive that refused to read disks.
Restoring the Trumpcard 500
The video opens with an unboxing of the original Trumpcard packaging, a rare treat for enthusiasts. Chris carefully examines the external SCSI controller, originally designed to bring hard drive capability to the Amiga 500. While testing, he discovers power issues and a loose connector. After troubleshooting, he configures the Trumpcard to recognize a new ZuluSCSI device, allowing the old card to boot from a solid-state solution instead of its aging Quantum hard disk.
The Trumpcard 500 repair process is anything but simple, requiring software adjustments, device formatting, and a custom 3D-printed bracket to fit the new hardware into place. Eventually, the card is back in action, breathing new life into an Amiga setup from the late 1980s.
Fixing the Amiga 1200 Floppy Drive
With the Trumpcard stabilized, Chris shifts to the second challenge: a 1200 floppy drive that could no longer read disks. The culprit? A seized stepper motor and dirty heads. Using cleaning solutions, lubrication, and careful alignment checks, he restores full functionality. The drive passes calibration and read tests, proving that even aging Amiga hardware can be revived with patience and skill.
Why Watch
This episode showcases both the frustrations and triumphs of restoring vintage Amiga hardware. From handling rare expansion cards to repairing core components, the video highlights practical repair steps and technical insight. Anyone curious about Trumpcard 500 repair or Amiga drive fixes will find plenty to learn—and maybe even inspiration to bring their own systems back to life.
