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Restoration was time-consuming due to the extensive damage, especially around the shock mounts, antennas, and positioning bolts. The collector meticulously reassembled the components, ensuring critical elements like the shock mounts, input connectors, and antenna attachments were correctly placed and adjusted. Notably, some engineering ingenuity was employed—adding catches and reinforcement to better secure parts, exemplifying a reasonable approach to restoration that balances authenticity with practicality.