David,

You are correct as always! (I have been watching this news group and am
really impressed with your insights!) I did not do what you just
described. I did not allow 24 hours for curing. Now the main question
I have is - did I ruin the CRT? I am going to seal the hv lead and
allow it to cure for 24 hours. Is there anyway for me to test the CRT?
Is it too late?
Thanks.

junglee

wrote:
Sounds like the new tube did not get the new hv lead properly
attached
and sealed to the tube and allowed to cure a minimum of 24 hours
before
applying HV.