For example, nearly every VCR before 1990 had an access plate on the bottom that got to everthing underneath easily. On newer VCRs, you have to pull the deck to get to the bottom side. With the deck out, it usually can not be powered up. Not much fun. Anytime you have a cassette stuck inside, you have really got your work cut out.
Servicing can be tougher for the above reasons.
However, most of these VCRs can be fixed quickly and easily if you know what to do. Once you are armed with this powerful troubleshooting knowledge, you are in the driver's seat for making a lot of repairs. Just take the time to familiarize yourself with the parts in the VCR Mechanical Components section . No other experience is required. The top 10 problems of the 90's are detailed below.