Restoring and Upgrading a Variac Transformer!

I picked up this Soviet-made autotransformer for about $20 at the local market. I love the size and design, but she needs some repair, and a few upgrades. Let's restore this variac! Support us on Patreon with a $2 contribution! https://www.patreon.com/workshopnation Featured tools: Elenco Hook Up Wire Kit: https://amzn.to/3DSArYH Wiha ratchet bit set: https://amzn.to/3IKZS1X Deoxit contact cleaner: https://amzn.to/3IO2pIz Wire strippers: https://amzn.to/3m31cn9 Solder: https://amzn.to/3GFXAiF Amtech flux: https://amzn.to/3DSLbGo Solder iron tip cleaner: https://amzn.to/31TjH6w Production tools: Sony A7Siii (main camera): https://amzn.to/3pWAeyM Samsung S10 Plus (overhead camera): https://amzn.to/3ET8H7u Sennheiser wireless lav mic: https://amzn.to/3IK0YuS C-stand: https://amzn.to/3GKMfxM Be sure to check out our retro computing Instagram channel: https://www.instagram.com/circuitlords/ Thanks for watching! #workshopnation #variac #transformer