Your intentions are admirable, but even if these speakers are returned to perfect operating condition they will not perform to the standards of today's best designs.
I just took a look at Audiogon's classified and saw two pair of Vandersteens 2's listed for sale. One pair was priced for considerably less than you are considering spending on your old AR's. I believe that the Vandersteen would provide better performance and save you not only the labor, but the possibility of disappointment after all your hard work.
I just took a look at Audiogon's classified and saw two pair of Vandersteens 2's listed for sale. One pair was priced for considerably less than you are considering spending on your old AR's. I believe that the Vandersteen would provide better performance and save you not only the labor, but the possibility of disappointment after all your hard work.