I just purchased a Philco model 42-854t for $80 it takes awhile to warm up but plays very well the outer case is in great condition a couple scraps. was it a good deal ? I would like to tune it up how should I start. Any info would be helpful.
Thanks,
Steve
If the set was electrically restored, (including the rubber/gutta perch wire replaced) and is in excellent cosmetic condition (plastic escutcheon and knobs not warped to death and cracked), maybe $80 on a very good day, otherwise no.
If you run into another radio that you are thinking about buying, not necessarily a Philco, ask the phorum before laying your money down.
Regards
Arran
Very common for these '41 and '42 sets to have a grill shrinkage. Sometimes the knobs too. Originals are light brown tenite I found some dark brown bakelite philco to replace you warped ones.
terry
come on show off
wrong knobs
reminds me KIRK where`s are knobs
ps kirk has grills if yours is warped
sam
I am working on them Sam....
I haven't had much time.. Gotta make a new mold, the other wasn't letting the air out...