Hello everyone,
I recently acquired a Philco 42-395 that I'm planning on restoring completely, but I'm having some trouble in terms of where to start and where I might be able to purchase replacement parts from (tubes, caps, etc). I searched for schematics as well as tutorials online for this model but unfortunately it seems the sites they were hosted on no longer exist.
I have a fairly decent understanding of electronics but have never worked on a vintage radio before.
Thanks in advance
Nostalgia Air has your schematic:
http://www.nostalgiaair.org/Resources/
note there's two there. one with the schematics and one with the changes in production.
schematic direct link is:
http://www.nostalgiaair.org/Resources/537/M0013537.htm
for parts, go back on to philcoradio.com and click on resources. radiodaze, Just radios, mouser, Antique electronic supply are good sources. I use the first three the most. Just radios is likely to have the pre modern capacitor values you will need for these, but modern equivelent values are fine.
Welcome to the Phorum. One place that will give you a ton of info is
Just Radios .
If you know electronics then just start and we will be helping when need arises.
Welcome to the phorum! First thing I would suggest is go to the Philco repair bench and order a schematic from Chuck Schwark. He will hook you up with more information than you may ever need! Very reasonable prices also.
Be very careful working on these old beauties. Lethal voltages exist within, and aren't very forgiving. Not saying this to scare you, but undivided attention is required when servicing older electronics.
Everyone here is more than willing to help you all along the way. As the saying goes, the only stupid question is the one not asked. Take care, Gary
Thanks so much for all of the replies, I'm definitely going to comb through all of the links that were posted once I have some free time and I'll be sure to post any progress I make
Vintage electronics is still electronics.
If you know your transistors you already have an idea how tubes work.
Just keep in mind higher voltages - they are dangerous.