Cleaning hurricane damaged Retro Computers & CRTs

[@sethj2723]

New mold stock

[@LGR]

Gotta trademark this

[@UKprl]

That's dark - I felt bad for grinning like an idiot.

[@unmanaged]

Would love a LGR challenge coin with this on it ...

[@rommix0]

@@LGR I second this. I'm gonna beat you to it lol.

[@iwaspaidtoflywithyoubatman]

😂...😟...😂

[@MintyDragonVidz]

I kid you not, when I was going through a major depression back in ‘22, the only way I was able to clean up my depression pit of a room was by chugging a Mountain Dew and bing listening to your sims expansion reviews. Your videos helped me get into retro gaming and collecting and I hope you can continue to make videos, man!

[@mccaf87]

The LGR community loves you, Clint. Like everyone else is saying- we're happy you're safe. Things are just things, but you aren't replaceable. We're very grateful to see you as well as can be, given the circumstances.

[@LGR]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@IsaacAllison]

​@LGR we all do.

[@EddieBurke]

Genuinely I couldn’t care less about the computers, I’m sure a lot of people do, but I’m so happy that not only are a lot of the collection seemingly good, Clint is good.

[@ChozoSR388]

@@LGR Yeah, man, I'm just glad to see you safe.

[@squirlmy]

love the sentiment, but... there are things in the collection that aren't "replaceable", and that inadvertently, at least for me, put salt in the wound! And many employers have told me, and shown me!, that as far as most of world is concerned, I'm totally replaceable! Family and friends may beg to differ, but for a vintage collector (shall we say bona fide antique collector at this point?),... let's just use terminology that doesn't remind us of how delicate rare things can be! I love Clint because he's human being.

[@Frost_Byte8]

I can totally relate-I'm in Burnsville, NC, and I lost my entire house on the Cane River. Everything's gone, including all my gaming gear. I couldn't even find any pieces of my roof. This has definitely been one of the toughest challenges I've ever faced. Stay strong, and know you're not alone in this.

[@LGR]

Argh I am so sorry to hear that… You’ve got this, we’ve got this! However long it takes.

[@Frost_Byte8]

@@LGR Yeah you are right about that. I did however find my monitor it was buried in the mud on the side of the road...

[@jaaaaaacccck]

As someone who gets very attached to objects, being a collector on one hand but also having a tendency to personify my machines, i can not imagine losing everything like that, especially anything sentimental, that's absolutely devastating. But at least you're safe, and you can rebuild. it'll take time, but you're not alone, and you'll pull through, im sure you will.

[@denzy_lolol]

@@Frost_Byte8 i wonder if its even salvagable, i wouldn't think so but it may have some life in it via certain parts

[@Lurch-Bot]

I've been through this after a house fire. Fortunately, a lot of my stuff was salvageable and the house was fixable. And I had good insurance. Was living in a couple different rentals for a couple years. Didn't get rented furniture so I just lived minimalistically. Bought a new mattress and box springs from Costco and my parents brought me some furniture. Was able to get some things from the house too. What a lot of people don't think about is that, when you have a house fire, you effectively have to also deal with flood type water damage because of the thousands of gallons of water they spray into your house when putting out the fire. Both of my laptops were pretty much at ground zero. Because they were on a shelf near the floor, they didn't even get melted even though they were in the same room as the fire. But they were full of fire extinguisher powder from my failed attempt to put out the fire and had been drenched in water. I restored them and it was a lot of work. One is now a retro gaming laptop and portable Blu-Ray player(Sony Vaio E series) and the other (POS dual core Broadwell i7 Dell) is now the head unit for my dad's OBD scanner. The other thing was the rodent infestation. I went into the house a couple months after the fire and you could hear dozens of mice scurrying around. I had a couple cases of MREs and they just went full smorgasbord on those. Had to throw away my fridge because it was a biohazard. I mean way more of a biohazard than usual :P Because of how they're built and, by virtue of not really having anything perishable in it at the time, I saved my mini-fridge. I went and got 3 or 4 bags of those vitamin D bait cubes and was just tossing handfuls of them around. Fortunately, the contractor was the one who had to deal with the resultant rodent corpses. It was basically a rodent genocide and I think I actually reduced the rodent population of the entire neighborhood significantly. Sadly, I lost a lot of my retro games when the attic mounted water heater in my parents' house burst over a decade ago. Sorry you lost everything. That's even rougher. I've had to start from scratch before, in my 20s, after my first divorce. I basically had an old car, a bed and some clothes.

[@MidnightFireHuntress]

I'm just so happy you're safe.

[@LGR]

Thank you, me and you both! I'm genuinely fortunate.

[@stpworld]

@@LGR are you looking for another apple newton I want to sell mine its been refurbished. The battery was rebuilt to. I also didn't know packerd bell used to make crt tvs to.

[@jadedheartsz]

@@LGR one time an old tree in our yard fell down and damaged our porch door and we had to replace it(Fortunately that door was pretty old anyways so it was overdue), fortunately none of us were in it's path(me and my parents were out at dinner and my sister was elsewhere)

[@AurumUsagi]

Seconded

[@superfoxbat]

I got mixed feeling watching this video. In one hand I do love seeing an update about the situation but in other hand I couldn't bare seeing the condition of the stuff 😥

[@neuralfold]

Thanks for all these years of content. Been watching your videos since I was in university back in 2011-2012 and you're one of the few channels on KZbin that still provide that fuzzy oldschool internet content feel, like going to a friend's house after school. Thanks, and here's to, at the very least, another 15 years!

[@LGR]

Thank you! I’m glad you’ve found it worth sticking around that long

[@neuralfold]

@@LGR It is certainly worth it, including the odd feelings of when things I grew up with show up here as retro items haha. Keep it up!

[@doncsicso81]

It`s a weird feeling of both sadness and relief.... very sad to what happened to many things in the collection.... but happy and super-relieved that you`re OK Clint! LGR won`t be "traditional for a while that`s for sure! After all, you`re the most valuable item in the LGR collection 😄

[@LGR]

Thank you! Things may not be entirely normal until sometime later next year, but I'll certainly be doing my best to carry on with some enjoyable retro stuff until then :)

[@doncsicso81]

@ After an event like this any video you make will be enjoyable, no matter the content (at least for me anyway). I’m pretty sure no one from this community expects you to make regular videos so please don’t feel there’s any pressure on you! We’re not going anywhere 🙂

[@beardsntools]

Maybe next time don't hoard so much and there won't be so much damage, lol

[@nickwallette6201]

@@beardsntools May I recommend an activity you can do without the aid of others?

[@beardsntools]

@@nickwallette6201 What are you talking about dude?

[@FatherMcKenzie66]

I wanna tell you that you and this channel are the reason i started rescuing retro tech, i work at a junkyard and we get aaalll kinds of stuff, and we get tons of old computers and monitors, i asked my supervisor if i could bring some stuff home and he agreed, and last week i came back home with 6 IBM workstations from the 2000s, i opened up all of them and there was everything inside! They didn’t even got the ram or hard disks! And 5 out of 6 computers worked completely fine! They didn’t even deleted the files of their previous owners! I’m so glad i saved them, I’m looking forward to save more stuff. Thank you LGR, your legend lives on with all of us who collect retro computers.

[@Stonehopper1067HMG]

Thanks for giving people like me that were so broke as kids and wished to be able to see gameplay video of all those games and cool tech made in the 1990’s.

[@puppykitty6100]

Clint's stoicism is honestly inspiring. Bro, you worked hard, made good choices, got shit luck, and when all is said and done, you will still be on top. Respect.

[@reanimationxp]

The resilience of his attitude in the face of something like this is indeed inspiring.

[@leeanderson3230]

It’s like an unintentional LGR restoration marathon! Thats how I’m choosing to see it so I don’t get real sad. Glad you’re ok

[@retrovisions_]

Great way to look at this. I'm still sad but Clint's love for this stuff is shining through

[@RemnantCult]

I've gone through a tough year myself, and have lost some of my stuff myself. I've mourned what was lost, cherished what I still have, and promised myself that I will rebuild my empire, so to speak. My own family was effected by Katrina and they did the same. Disasters never have a reason and in a more fair world, they would never happen to anyone, but they leave us stronger, wiser, and wealthier in more ways than one. You're the shit, Clint.

[@LGR]

Thank you, I relate considerably.

[@swidr5626]

Your dedication and endurance in staying strong and doing what you love despite being hit with such a disaster is praiseworthy! I'm glad you are doing better now! Hopefully you will be able to get back to your home soon! Stay safe out there and keep it up!

[@swidr5626]

But it's crazy seeing so many LGR things being affected and rescued, hopefully they will be able to still work and bring joy

[@LGR]

Might not be _too_ soon but we'll definitely rebuild and get back to normal in time. Just happy I have the support to do so :)

[@swidr5626]

@@LGR I'll keep my fingers crossed it will be as soonest as possible, and everything will be back to normal in no time!

[@joshuaanhalt3180]

When remediating mold, Dry-ice blasting is a useful process for electronics and paper. It's like sand blasting, but uses dry-ice (sold carbon dioxide) for the abrasive. There are no corrosive or conductive liquids, and leaves no residue once the dry ice sublimates. For plastics without electronics, a steam cleaner works well. Stay safe while remediating. Glad you are safe.

[@mishka0818]

I'm so glad you are safe. We love the collection, but your safety is most important.

[@TofersCarTales]

Your positive energy during normal times is "comfort food" and why we're all here... and then this happens... and any doubt of who the real Clint is, is laid to rest. Thanks for all you do for us who find comfort in the electronica of our childhood.

[@giselletorres4156]

The most important thing is we're so happy you're safe man! "When life gives you lemons, you make youtube videos about the lemons.", excellently put!

[@optiquemusic6204]

Insert Cave Johnson quote. But FR, your perseverance and dedication is admirable in the face of potentially losing part of your Collection.

[@dpennington19]

You were so gracious throughout this ordeal, telling people to donate to others and that you "didn't need the help." I hope your humility is rewarded and this video gets 10 trillion views. You're the man, Clint. Glad you got through this relatively OK.

[@cpace123]

I can't imagine. It might be worth investing in a vacuum bag machine. It might actually be good for anyone want to preserve old tech in general. Good to see you up beat

[@LGR]

Yeah I'm definitely rethinking my storage strategy. Maybe not vacuum sealing but more containers and resealable bags for sure!

[@NoNameMnk]

@@LGR Hopefully that was a once in a lifetime occurrence so it won't happen again. But it's a good lesson for everyone out there that is storing old vintage gear. If it is something that is in storage it would be a good idea to drop a plastic bag over each box or wrap up the items. Sure it's a pain when you want to use it but when you're storing potentially irreplaceable things it's worth a bit of hassle.

[@EbayDK2K]

​@@LGR ikea plastic containers to the rescue 😅

[@benespection]

@@LGR Be careful with this. Some plastic containers, especially the cheap ones, don't react well with plastics stored within them, or because of off-gassing of degrading plastics inside them. Due to a humidity problem in a basement, I put a bunch of things inside plastic tubs and saw them degrade quickly, especially anything with that horrible squishy soft-touch plastic that was so popular. Anything sealed too well seems to just trap acidic gasses and cause more problems. I believe @FranLab has had the same issue too, with things turning to goo inside plastic storage tubs.

[@KR-hg8be]

Put oxygen and humidity absorbers into any box or sealed bag too

[@ambostralian]

Everyone is so glad you're safe clint. We can all hear the disappointment in your voice as you go through all this stuff, but like others have said, youre safe and thats what matters, the rest is jusy stuff. Thankyou for bringing us along on the journey as you clean and rebuild.

[@kloudykatt]

Even in the worst of times, your optimism shines through. Truely, you are a fantastic youtuber and person. I can't imagine how rough this is, but you still persevere. Thank you.

[@dh2032]

almost one off's, and mint on one item's I myself video's once common survived new in box to decades still new in box, and so KZbinr just opening just got the rating and cash? but watching LGR here, having take stuff boxes with good reason, I feel his pain, doing right and still needing to open and break boxed items, and mold on what pristine new in box items 😞

[@RetroDungeon]

We're so glad you're safe, and continuing to persevere despite what happened. It was great meeting you at Retro World Expo, I only wish we could do more to help. Love from everyone here at Retro Dungeon.

[@SupaPhly0]

mmmgreetings and welcome to an LGR mold... thing

[@SoyAntonioGaming]

he shud store electronics in dry areas, not wet areas. they take dmg from moist. rookie mistake

[@dogge929]

Wow, I never thought about that! What a novel idea, not storing stuff in moist areas! Who could have predicted your genius sir? Maybe, hey, just maybe we should keep hurricanes... IN THE OCEAN

[@traviswalker8933]

​@@SoyAntonioGaming maybe let go of those brain farts now. It's hampering your ability to PROCESS what he has been through.

[@ryballs4569]

​@@SoyAntonioGamingit got hit by a tree and hurricane, which idiots are liking your comment?

[@rapids444]

Clint, thanks for sharing the progress. It was kind of refreshing to see that a lot of it was in presumably good condition so far.... Even better that YOU are doing well.

[@LGR]

Glad you enjoyed, and thank you! Doing my best under the circumstances

[@devinmcleod3395]

Home broken, glasses broken, car broken, it seems everything is trying to kick Clint down, snd he just cleans his collection of computers and moves alongbwith life, Clint is the embodiment of keep calm and carry on.

[@jptplays]

"It was just under there waiting for a rainy day. And we got one." I can't help that this made me chuckle so hard.

[@Thermalions]

Clint's certainly an inspiration for his approach, at least outwardly, to accepting a situation you can't change and making the best of it.

[@detail___5387]

Clint, I have been watching you since the third video you ever uploaded on KZbin (we even nearly collaborated on a video back during the early KZbin days on my old account) as a long time supporter I have to say the following: I am just happy you’re safe, your family is safe and that you managed to salvage some of your things! Life can really kick us down in the dirt at times but this community is strong and supports you and we all know you will come back even stronger from all of this! Your body of work speaks for itself and both me and my wife are sending you good fortune going into the end of the year and into 2025! All the best mate.

[@melstar1ify]

I’m so sorry that this happened to you , I’m a silent subscriber but I’ve loved your videos over the years ! I wish you well and I hope you are back in your home asap. I’m glad you can salvage your collection ❤

[@LGR]

I appreciate that, thank you!

[@scottfletcher3491]

Glad you’re okay, Clint. I’ve been following your channel from the UK for years. Hopefully you’ll be back on your feet soon.

[@panickingkoalas]

Clint, your optimism is very admirable. I am so so glad you’re safe! I’ve been watching your channel for a long time, and I’ve learned so much from you! Please take time if you need. We definitely appreciate your effort to make awesome videos despite everything, but we understand if you need some time to recover mentally and focus on the bigger picture. Sending well wishes :)

[@RicPerrott]

This is so heartbreaking to watch. Knowing how much love went in to curating this collection. But your attitude is so commendable and inspiring. You're a good soul Clint. Sending all my good vibes -- what I have left -- to you. 🧡

[@05milmachine90]

Having been through a home flood, I can smell this video from here. Wishing you strength and patience as you get things repaired and back to a normal.

[@velocity211]

gotta make the best out of a bad situation. looking forward to this series of videos of cleaning/restoring all of your classic machines!

[@RetroBuiltGames]

definitely a sobering watch; helps reestablish one's appreciation in any collection. Glad you're ok Clint!

[@orionfl79]

Hurricane protip from someone in FL. Always keep a good stock of plastic painter's tarps on hand. When a storm's a coming, take em out and cover everything up. I learned my lesson with that my 4th year down here during Wilma.

[@kpanic23]

And an ozone generator to kill the mold spores!

[@lucasrendon4182]

As someone whose house burnt down completely in the tubbs fire with nothing left, it’s so nice to see someone have stuff salvageable!

[@nancyhatfield1430]

Clint, my grandson and I are big fans of your’s, we are thankful that you are ok! We hope that you are able to save things, and we love you and your video’s! God Bless much,

[@ifgezroxy]

Just so glad you are safe, Clint! You can't be replaced. Your videos have allowed me to go back to my childhood, again and again and again. Time, after time I go back to those carefree days of younger me. Learning the tips and tricks about computers and games about my stepdad. Stay safe! ❤

[@Msyfr]

The dedication of this man is incomparable! I hope everyone have someone in their lives that cares for you even in your worst state, like Clint cares for his collection!😄

[@Zastrutzki]

We're here for you, with the engagement. It's like thoughts and prayers but slightly more helpful.

[@LGR]

Measurably helpful, thank you!

[@ferretyluv]

I also played it in the background and watch the whole thing and even all the ads all the way through.

[@joshuasisson6816]

If you don't already have one, a sizable ultrasonic cleaner might be in need to clean and prevent excess corrosion on pcbs that were exposed. The best thing is that most of the items haven't been powered. Hope all the best for the rest of the collection and certainly happy that you are safe. Been watching you for years.

[@Sloth_and_Badger]

me, from Germany, is really happy, that you are safe and well. I like your energy overcomming all the negative things that happened to you. You are such a good person

[@DOSRetroGamer]

Thought I'd give a little bit back for all the entertainment you have given me. Your christmas videos are basically my Die Hard , Gremlins and Batman Returns of retro gaming.

[@LGR]

Well that is an honor. Thank you!

[@kyleheckman]

0:31 rented his house with a rented little window and a rented corvette and everything is rented for him

[@bradye21playsIndieHorror]

And himself and everybody around but he ain't got nobody to listen...

[@puciohenzap891]

Eifel65 😂

[@GuilhermeTrojan]

I'm renting aba di aba dah

[@vladv5126]

He has a girlfriend, and she's rented too.

[@StreetPreacherr]

"Front Yard"? Dude, that's a FORREST!

[@Emergency_Confetti]

Hey Clint, I'm so grateful you are safe. I admire how you're dealing with all of this aftermath. That must not be easy at times. I've been watching your vids for years now and I'll keep watching :) I've learned so much from you!

[@BlackTyrannomon]

I'm not sure how, but I'm picking up distinctly bob ross vibes as you slowly go through and clean up items. Every clean is another piece claimed from the storm. All the best with the recovery man!

[@elvenkind6072]

So glad you yourself are OK Mr.LGR! At least you can be glad to have documented so many retro computer moments on the internet, for digital eternity. I'm hoping you're back stronger and better then every before soon. Your voice and the content you make always have a unique ability to cheer me up and calm me up, no matter how chaotic life is. I'll pray for you and yours, and your computers and things. Friendly greetings from Alv, Norway. PS! Be careful with electricity and all that water!

[@rachel_sj]

NO! Not the Avon BeautyVision!! That was my favorite piece of LGR Oddware!! 😢😭 But in all seriousness, I’m really happy you’re safe and sound, Clint! 😊

[@Nas_Atlas]

Clint is easily 90% the value of the entire collection. We're glad he is safe and not moldy. Keep doing the thing!

[@greyfae420]

Wishing you all the best during this! I've been watching your videos since I was in high school (I'm 28 now). A flood took my house in 2021 and with that I lost my game room and unfortunately a Heathkit computer I got my from my Opa after he passed. He used to work at Heath/Zenith and his computer was one of the few things I had left of him. I talked to you a while back and you were very kind & helpful on how I could find a replacement. I hate to see you are going through similar things. Cleaning up the aftermath and "starting over" is hard, but just remember things will get better with time and your next room will be even better!! :)

[@billionthb]

Man, sounds a lot like my "experience" with LGR. Hope you were able to find a good Heathkit to keep a rememberance ❤.

[@zacmussatt9267]

Keep on keeping on Clint! Wishing you well from Utah!

[@mrmaus1980]

Hey Clint, thumbs up from the Netherlands! Have been following you for quite some time; Remember, it ain't about how hard you're hit, it's about how you can get hit and keep moving forward. Cheers, love your vids.

[@panykbutton]

A few weeks ago my family suffered a fire at our building. the upstairs neighbor's unit burned, and our lower level residence was thoroughly soaked, ruining most of our possessions. I wish I could share words that would bring you healing, but there aren't any. The best I can give is to share that I care and hope better days are ahead for you!

[@Invertedblueroses]

This is tough to watch. I’m glad you’re OK and my heart goes out to so many people in western North Carolina and the environs. I lost nearly everything in the unnamed great flood of 2016 in South Louisiana, it’s hard to watch.

[@jamtea388]

Hey, glad you and your family are safe. I appreciated this video and getting to see the process.

[@jamtea388]

I took a class on heritage disaster recovery and they said the biggest danger was mould. Gosh do I see what they mean.

[@alphablack5520]

You are truly inspiring, taking this as an opportunity to restore rather than to complain vent or be put down. Your enthusiasm and optimism is what always keeps me glued to your channel more than anything else!

[@visualdarkness]

I am truly amazed at your ability to look forward and not break apart. I don't know how I possibly would have handled that situation myself. Lovely to see you safe and on your feet!

[@thescrewfly]

As you and the community foresaw, this is probably the best kind of video you could make right now. It's the relaxing and kind of chill entertaining many LGR watchers will like. It has to get done anyway and, besides, timelapse cleaning has been an interesting - and, I assume, popular - part of your videos for quite some time. This may even be therapeutic for people who are in or have been in similar situations. Good to see you beginning to bounce back, Clint!

[@Realestateman1987]

Great to see you back, really appreciate everything you do.

[@MBUncle]

Seeing you clean up those gems is very satisfying and also makes me happy that you are taking the time to heal and salvage the treasure. This is great to see, and I'll watch all the way through with a smile. Thank you Clint..

[@bouffman88]

Wishing you all the best in these difficult times. Your positive attitude is inspiring.

[@Lonestar70blue]

Good to see things are slowly coming back. In 1992 our house was similarly torn apart by Hurricane Andrew. It took eight months to rebuild, so we know what you’re going through. I can tell you, our house was better after the cane than before. Best of luck and know we are all praying for you and everyone affected.

[@gingerelvis]

I've never been happier to watch a man clean old CRTs for an hour. Great to see you in good spirits with everything that has happened to you anmd looks like for the most part that this stuff came out fairly well all things considered.

[@anthonybradley1555]

it's great to see you ok given the circumstances, longtime subscriber i recall the first video i saw was the top 17 worst pc games and have been here since, not really a big pc gamer but i think this channel has been entertaining due to YOU Clint, you can tell when people do this just for the passion of gaming and this channel is a testament to that, big thanks all the way from Manchester, England 👏

[@RoCSaran]

I find this video to be calm and peaceful after how damaged our region became. We’re not too far from Chimney Rock and had some flooding, but nothing compared to others. Thanks for the upload man, it gives us all hope.

[@LGR]

I’m glad to hear that. WNC strong!

[@tszili]

I'm happy that you are able to do any upload, I'm just really happy that you're safe. Doesn't matter what you do, we watch it! :)

[@davidinark]

Glad you and your family are safe! This was fun to watch (if “fun” is the right word, perhaps “satisfying” is better). Be cool to have “cleaning and resto party” where folks come and help you clean, test, and restore stuff.

[@Exnem]

Your videos have helped many through tough times in their life, Clint. I am so glad you and your family is safe. That is what is important.

[@3rdPersonProductions]

You’re a trooper, dude! If making these videos preserves your sanity by all means do it!! We appreciate watching the recovery process. ❤️‍🩹

[@iggeelite9726]

Remember to disable your ad-blockers people. Glad you're safe and OK

[@andresbravo2003]

Glad you're alright. You did helped with the guys who survived the Hurricane ever since September and hopefully more videos will be coming soon. 1 hour and 5 minutes is long enough.

[@jasmijndekkers]

Hi Clint, i am happy that you are oke. You and your channel LGR are a part of my life. When i am sad or depression, i always watch your videos. Keep strong man. We always love you man. Greetings from a collega KZbinr, Steven from the Netherlands

[@Gideondycus]

Thank you for still posting and showing you are ok that is what matters the most I really appreciate it

[@carlastewart3566]

It’s so awesome to see you again,you’re the most important and wonderful part of lgr ….sending you love and support and healing energy… Having gone through 2 hurricanes and a severe storm in Lake Charles,Louisiana I unfortunately know what you’re going through…

[@DMTayag]

Good to see you safe, moving forward and creating content. Wishing you the best in LGR’s mold era and beyond, sir!

[@whoevertf]

As someone who had a LARGE vinyl LP collection doused heavily by a randomly leaking roof a while ago (managed to save most of the sleeves), I understand how annoying it feels to an extent. Hope the cleanup and restoration process goes smoothly. I may have already said so but what a relief that you weren't hurt. That's one tough house to take a couple of oaks & be so salvageable.

[@HappyMinds1]

On the bright side ! Can see lots of great content coming from this. So glad you are safe Clint, nice to see you back.

[@pizzacade8594]

I wouldn't be surprised if companies watch this video as a case study on how to make hurricane proof packaging and products.

[@ferretyluv]

Plastic. Tons and tons of plastic wrap. Not necessarily a good idea.

[@Blackadder75]

why? that is ridiculous. hurricanes are rare on the grand scale. it's a complete waste of resources to make extra sturdy packaging, stuff that 99,9999% of the time will be trashed the day after the purchase. the cost in energy and wasted materials will be enormous. if you are in a hurricane area, you can and should prepare yourself, by having insurance, having a storm proof house or store your valuables in a bunker or so.... Clint already did these things the best he could in his situation, he just got unlucky with that tree

[@SystemsAbsurdum]

I'm not a huge collector of vintage hardware, but I do have multiple collections of various other things. Heartbreaking to see some of the havoc that has been wrought upon the collection you've curated. Restoring and salvaging what you can will make it all the more special. Glad you're safe, brother.

[@Booshv]

Couldn't have happened to a nicer bunch of people, sending love from Scotland.

[@thejackal007]

29:50 I used to have that Tandy Power switch (or at least my parents did). The one plus side is that this is encouraging a general cleanup of things and they will look even better than they did before the hurricane!

[@HannoImmelman]

Lovely to see Clint safe and optimistic. Like you said when life gives you lemons. Cant wait for all the videos where you take a deep inspection of some of these retro tech to see if they are as resilient like everyone says they are

[@WmAHughes]

So happy you're safe and that you're taking it all in your stride, My heart really does ache for the loss of the items you have spent so long saving and preserving, I understand how much joy these items bring you especially the printed material you have archived such as the packaging and the manuals and accompanying paperwork. I'm so sorry for the loss of so many historical and important items.

[@RetroPC]

This hurts my soul. That Lamborghini laptop in that state..... that was my dream computer when it debuted. I got to say though, Clint, way to have an amazing attitude through such a terrible situation. The retro community is with you, friend. ❤️

[@gabrieldias3479]

I think you mean the Ferrari laptop? 😅 Coincidentally I had the netbook version of it. Very good netbook for it's time; dual core, HD screen, dedicated GPU. Served me really well when I needed to travel light.

[@UKprl]

The solid plastics do seem to hold up well as long as they don't get brittle, the rubberised finishes and buttons though they feel great when new, do go to sticky/goo with any whiff of humidity or just age.

[@rahyrammartinez835]

So good to see you, Mr. Clint! I can't describe how much I appreciate your videos and how they've helped me deal with life's struggles. Wishing you all the best-cheers from Brazil

[@8LegoVogel8]

Glad to hear you and your family are safe. Even more happy to see you determined to get going again, despite the sheer mess and work that comes after such event. Using this as an opportunity to make some of that quality LGR content we love, shows that it takes more willpower than luck to get where you want to be. Take care.

[@michael7738]

I could watch such videos of cleaning computer all day. It's so satisfying when the box is all moldy but at the end there is a shiny computer on the table, which will probably work just fine. All the best to you and your loved ones Clint!

[@Darxio]

I'm glad you're doing well! I'm strangely looking forward to any videos you now put out restoring your damaged equipment back to good as new... I love a good fixin'.

[@johnkreno2488]

Long time watcher, I'm glad to see you are landing somewhat on your feet. All the stuff, just breaks your heart. It's important what you do for the community Clint. I'm glad you are still with us.

[@Solidier1]

Sorry to hear about your stuff man. We're just really glad you wasn't in the same room when the tree fell. Hope every damage goods can get replaced. We all here for you man.

[@BleachDemon707]

"We're just really glad you WAS in the same room?" So, you wanted him to be in there? 🙄

[@SoundsLegit71]

Speech to text has a way of doing that.

[@n646n]

@@SoundsLegit71 If you're using speech to text I'd figure you'd also listen back to it via text to speech before posting it...

[@kathrynradonich3982]

​@@BleachDemon707 it was obviously a typo which happens not that big of a deal when we can tell what was meant

[@Solidier1]

Oh snap. Sorry I mistyped what I wrote. I fixed it. Thanks for letting me know. But for real really glad he ok

[@CharcoalDove]

i'm so sorry! i adore your channel. it really really helped me when i was going through a hard time working during covid. i would come home and feel safe because your computer esthetic reminds me of times with my dad growing up. glad you're safe. i'll always watch your videos with or without your stuff. your health and safety is the most important.

[@Banana_TV-bq1sp]

Just started watching this video and I already love it

[@peacemaker3568]

Much love to you Clint! I hope that things return to normal for you sooner rather than later. You've been a big part of my youtube habit for many years and even tho you're in a tough spot now, I'm gonna devour each vid you put out like always! Stay safe, stay positive! ❤

[@marinuseltink]

I have so much love for the Amstrad PC 1512. It was the first PC we had in our family. I learned to use DOS on that little gem. Played so many classics on there.

[@segaprophet]

Stay positive and keep up the grind and this will all be behind you before you realize it!

[@MQZON]

Love you Clint! Looking forward to watching this when there are subtitles. (you always have the best captions) ❤

[@fakaktagoiym]

Totally happy you are doing alright! I cant help but be a bit bummed for all the loss - Not just yours. The family photos, heirlooms, lives... Makes me want to own very little as all can be taken so fast. Hang strong! Thanks for helping others! We love you pal!

[@Ta1kingDirt]

If you do an episode chronicling your home repairs, you could title it "This Mold House."

[@nickwallette6201]

Theme song suggestion: More Humid than Humid, by White Mold Zombie.

[@christopherbouget1169]

Thank you for sharing this with all of us. It’s great to see you back at it, and working to restore your things. I can’t imagine what you are going through, but the fact is you are showing us how even these small steps can bring about change.

[@Jontman42]

Frankly this is an excellent idea. Restoring the damage is an interesting and satisfying process even for retro stuff that's just been poorly kept (instead of hit by a hurricane), so videos of it is absolutely something I will watch.