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radiorich

12-18-2022, 02:41 AM
Hello greg,
Sounds like a plan !

Sincerely Richard

rghines1

12-20-2022, 10:11 AM
Had the same problem with my Philco 90. Problem was the RF coil was corroded and arcing. Consider rewinding the coil. This is a known issue.
https://philcoradio.com/library/index.ph...lco-coils/

Richard

NostalgiaRadioTime

12-21-2022, 01:32 AM
Thanks, Richard. I never thought of that. I'm used to those early 30's Philco coil primary windings being open altogether rather than just arcing.
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