Recapped My Predicta Tandem, I don't know what to do
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That "freewheel" coil helps keep the oscillator on target, but it isn't the only factor. If the RC components of the multivibrator are way off, I'm not sure the coil can compensate.
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RE: Recapped My Predicta Tandem, I don't know what to do - by Bob Andersen - 01-08-2022, 11:42 PM
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