I wish I found this thread sooner because I've been having this problem for about six years on my VR-409.

I just took my cover off and looked around. I didn't take the circuit board out because I couldn't get all of the screws out. But from looking at [Link: moerk.org] I can see where the three offending solders are, however mine all look perfect to me - they all look like three perfectly shaped smooth nipples. Is that what they should look like or am I missing something?

Thanks.