Hello everyone. I am starting a model F XT restoration. This is my second model F XT. I bought the keyboard today for way too much money and it should be here soon. I have managed to track down and purchase the missing 0/insert key and the f9 key as well as cork pads, but am struggling to find a ./del key so if anyone knows where I can find one that would be much appreciated. My friend will be 3dprinting me some replacement legs. I'll keep scouring ebay in the meantime. Attached is the picture the seller listed. Will update once the keyboard gets here and the tom-foolery commences.
Starting a model F XT restoration. Replacement key suggestions?
- JP!
- Location: United States
- Main keyboard: Currently a Model M
- Main mouse: Steel Series Sensei
- Favorite switch: Beam Spring
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If you ever want fresh cork pads look up "Mintcraft Cork Pads" or buy a punch and make your own. I do have a parts XT buried in storage but I'm not sure what keys are missing. It will be a while but I'll try and dig it out one of these days. If you manage to find it before I can reply back, please update your post.
- thefarside
- Location: United States
- Main keyboard: IBM 4704 F107
- Main mouse: Old, boring Logitech
- Favorite switch: Buckling spring
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- Location: USA
- Main keyboard: i-Rocks compact
- Main mouse: Logitech Trackman
- Favorite switch: IBM buckling spring
How is this project coming along?
You should be able to find all the keys you need on eBay. Modelfkeyboards.com sells new replacement keys, and Unicomp has just about everything, except they're printed and not double-shot moldings.
Don't forget that Model M, Wheelwriter, and terminal keys also fit the Model F.
You should be able to find all the keys you need on eBay. Modelfkeyboards.com sells new replacement keys, and Unicomp has just about everything, except they're printed and not double-shot moldings.
Don't forget that Model M, Wheelwriter, and terminal keys also fit the Model F.