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RE: 48-461 - klondike98 - 05-08-2024

I agree with the spray lacquer. Much closer to the original finish used on these and much easier to strip if things go badly. I usually use DEFT gloss and after serveral, sometimes 6 or 7, coats with some sanding in between if needed I'll rub it out with rottenstone or a fine pumice followed by a paste wax. But that's just me, others have their own steps and produce fine looking end results. DEFT is found in most hardware and big box stores. I also use one of these masks when spraying lacquer, toner and paints.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/3M-OV-P95-Paint-Project-Reusable-Respirator-Mask-Size-Medium-6211PA1-A/100653900

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RE: 48-461 - philco4me - 05-08-2024

Thank you for the advise

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RE: 48-461 - philco4me - 05-10-2024

I will be replacing the power cord and the one I have has the wide plug on one side does it matter what way it goes on ?

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RE: 48-461 - David - 05-10-2024

The narrow blade is the hot wire and the wide blade is the neutral. Connect the hot side to the on/off switch be careful working on a AC-DC set they can bite. Best to have a isolation transformer hooked up when working on the set. Take Care David

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RE: 48-461 - RodB - 05-10-2024

Definitely, the wide spade should be connected to the power on switch so that when the radio is turned on the mains neutral is B-. If you reverse it you will have a hot chassis.

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RE: 48-461 - philco4me - 05-10-2024

Thank you very much I wanted to be sure when I replace the cord

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