Moving tube equipment


I will be relocating some tube based amps soon. Since I'm doing the packing and driving (about an hour and 15 minutes) any thoughts on just leaving the tubes intact and packing carefully so the units cannot shift.  After unpacking just check to make the tubes are still properly seated.  The amps are not auto biased so having the right tube in the correct socket matters.  Yes I'm just being lazy and would rather not pull the tubes and mark etc....
Thanks
deadlift
Russian fighter jets didn't work well without their tubes installed while on the move.
@wolf_garcia you forgot the inevitable beer spilled on the amp as well... they aren’t that fragile...

However, Miller is right about cleaning all of your connections. That can make a significant difference if it’s never been done. All metal surfaces will eventually corrode to some degree, which can really make a difference in SQ...
Some tube amps come new in box with tubes installed, like my Line Magnetic for example… 
As long as you rap them carefully, with cage installed, they should be fine 

volumizer
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03-19-2020 11:25pmRussian fighter jets didn't work well without their tubes installed while on the move.

>>>>Plus Russian fighter pilots complained they couldn’t pick up American rock & roll stations.