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Re: JCM 900 6l6 to EL34 Conversion problems
It doesn't make sense that the knobs should be getting hot and the chassis wouldn't heat up from the tubes that much unless the heat was somehow getting "sinked" to the chassis through the tube retainers or some other physical means. Do as American Viking has suggested and remove the back cover and see if that helps reduce the heat. Check all externally mounted parts (transformers, chokes, filter caps, etc). If you truly think it is hotter than you think it should be then ask someone who uses tube amps or take it to a tech, just don't let paranoia cause you to end up spending a lot of money. Get advice from someone who would know. Is there any way you can check the temperature of the chassis and call the nearest Marshall service center? They should be able to tell you if it is excessive.
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