Are you building a antiques-only system? If so, maybe get the old Mac receiver an expensive repair, which will not be cost-effective IMO, but then you'll have the sentimental glow of an Olde Audio Experience. Surely the eBay (basically flea market) purchase was understood as an As-IS thing? Let's be reasonable about this. No way you paid a lot for this Olde boat anchor, right? Chalk it up to experience and the inevitable risk of buying old stuff sight unseen. Sometimes eBay luck turns bad. If you want real warranty and real buyer protection, well that costs real money, as it should.
Or maybe spend a few more bucks and get a way more satisfactory modern product that doesn't need to be re-capped and will sound better? Many options out there, and not all of them super-expensive.
Good luck!
Or maybe spend a few more bucks and get a way more satisfactory modern product that doesn't need to be re-capped and will sound better? Many options out there, and not all of them super-expensive.
Good luck!