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> In the first place, I don't recall anyone talking about using vintage=20
> buck/boost transformers.  I agree with John.  There is no valid
> excuse not to connect the equipment in the normal way.

You're just plain wrong. Bill Cromwell KU8H wrote the following:
"In my own case the older transformer is going to be the protected load
and one of the newer transformers is likely going to be in the buck
position. Insulation breakdown could be a problem but I think that's not
very likely (in my applications) even with an older transformer. In any
event - that's what fuses are for. You DO use those don't you? I'm
pretty sure they have saved my hardware, my home, and possibly my life
several times."

> Also, no one wrote anything (or nothing useful) about any appliances.  =
The
> subject was vintage radios designed for either 110/60 or 220/50 mains. =
 If
> you want to complain about the low quality of your washer or cooktop, =
go find
> the appliance list.

Your rudeness indicates you will most likely not admit to being wrong,
or even acknowledge this correction. Go find the "Etiquette on Forums" =
group.

73 de Neil ZL1ANM