Is it good for a Krell to SIT for 3-5yrs


I have been told that the worst thing you can do is let a big Krell sit in its box for years.I was told the caps all dry out especially if it has not been serviced for 10yrs.I am looking for a KSA 300s but they are all just sitting in the closet then coming out for Big Bucks.Is this not bad for them?
mclsound

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Well I have been in touch with the 300s amps for sale and one in NY wants $3500 and it has never been serviced and sat for 5yrs..he wont budge
the other was $3600(no box) and sat for 3yrs in plastic untouched??
I was in touch with Adam,the one for $3500 and he thinks it doesnt matter that this amp has a destoyed box($300) and never serviced($1300+shp) in 17yrs.He figures that tough luck for someone I guess.
Thank you very much gents.Please keep the posts coming!
I have been looking for a 300s for awhile now and I have found several DEALERS/AUDIOPHILES(people who know better)who donnot care about the next guy and knowingly sell these items at a price that should be asked for a fully serviced/used price.Solo8008 is a prime example(sorry to hear)of this and I want to make it aware for the next generation as they will be the future of hi-end audio.
I still believe these older workhrses can fill a room with joy if they are rebuilt and in good shape.I have learned alot about caps here also.
thanks
Not to avoid Krell...Just make sure Dealers/sellers dont take advantage of you.I have been searching for a KSA300s that was a 9/10 and serviced...AND found one that was just recapped last May and in 9/10 condition for a ""FAIR""" price.They are out there.
But funny thing was that I contacted 4 dealers who are selling some 12+yr old amps,never serviced(or maybe only one was out of 2 monoblocks)and act as if there overpriced Item is a DEAL. So watch out.
Well I have to say that the 300s that I am going to sell is a killer amp.It is fully recapped and this is the only way to buy these amps.Do not buy a 17 yr old KSA 300s unless it has been recapped($1500)...unless you get one in good shape for $1500.They have great bass and sonics.I had to get a 600(minimum) for my big speakers.Dont let the critics fool you when they say negative things about this amp.I have had the KSA 250/300s & FPB 600c/700cx.