S.S. Replacement for Jolida 302B w/ Silverlines?

Thanks, Lloydelee21 for the suggestion. My "appetite" is not that keen. I've had some gear headaches in the past and as I'm not an engineer or tinkerer-type, dependablilty is high on my list of priorities. I don't care how good something sounds "when it's working" if it's often "not working". The Forte may be built like a tank, for all I know, but at this point, at least, I'm not inclined to consider anything "quite old". The hybrid Vincent SV 236MKII has been recommended as has the 50 watt Jolida 1701RC Hybrid. Any comments on these or similar would be appreciated.

I've heard a Vincent 236 integrated and I like it...it's good...and the tubes last a very long time. Also, the thing is a lot larger in person than the pics indicate, so you can get your largeness gear thing going on.

How much is a used LFD integrated. they get a lot of praise. You may want to look into it.
BTW whats the problem with the tubes. There is a pair of Consonance Cyber 800s for sale here which are simply incredible amps for $1,800 a steal - no affiliation but you will be amazed.

How about Canadian made? The Simaudio integrateds are beautifully built, dead-solid reliable and sound great with every kind of music I've ever listened to.

It should be easy to find and I-5 or I-3 in your price range.

Lloydelee21, if I ever wanted to return to SS (not gonna happen) the Forte4 and Audible Illusions 3 (owned both together years ago) was sweet and a synergistic match with my Vandy 2ce's and Sound Dynamic 300ti. Nice recommend, brings back some fond memories.