02-23-2015, 07:19 AM
With a cracked Bakelite case it is perfectly acceptable to glue the cracks and then to repaint.
When gluing Bakelite I like to use super glue, and after it dries reinforce the cracked areas on the inside of the case with fiberglass mat and resin or a strong two-part epoxy. You can then use filler as needed, prime, and paint. If you do a search you'll find many techniques.
Then if desired you can make a replacement back or order one from retro-tronics:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Reproduction-Rad...33475714c6
If your dial is cracked those show up on eBay too:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-ANTIQUE-...1c4e98a33a
It just depends on how much time and $$$ you want to invest. The cheaper alternative is to do like you already did and buy a donor radio with a good lens and a back.
Welcome and good luck!
When gluing Bakelite I like to use super glue, and after it dries reinforce the cracked areas on the inside of the case with fiberglass mat and resin or a strong two-part epoxy. You can then use filler as needed, prime, and paint. If you do a search you'll find many techniques.
Then if desired you can make a replacement back or order one from retro-tronics:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Reproduction-Rad...33475714c6
If your dial is cracked those show up on eBay too:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-ANTIQUE-...1c4e98a33a
It just depends on how much time and $$$ you want to invest. The cheaper alternative is to do like you already did and buy a donor radio with a good lens and a back.
Welcome and good luck!
John KK4ZLF
Lexington, KY
"illegitimis non carborundum"
