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hi folks, I have a question for the forum. can the above model be made to work without the power transformer? if so, how would one go about it?
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In an absolute sense - yes. But you are still going to need a power supply, probably using a transformer.
In a practical sense - no.
I take it that the original trans. is no good?
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yes, the orig transformer was missing from the radio.
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I only took a quick look at Rider's, but, it appears that trans was used on several models. You might want to put up a WTB ad here, or there is a guy selling transformers on E-Pay - for too much $.
ARS (Antique Radio Supply) sells new transformers which are not exact replacements but often you can find an acceptable replacement. These too are not cheap.
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o.k., i guess its going back on the shelf. i really don't want to put a lot of money in this project. thanks for your response.
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Best keep an eye out for a used one.
Other radios that use the same or similar tube combinations can also be a source.
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There is a classified listing on ARF https://antiqueradios.com/forums/viewtop...5&t=369280 for transformer for a 40-185, not the same part number but, probably close enough. the 40-185 has one more tube.
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i'am interested in p/t. how do i find out total cost. never pm before.
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Somewhere on the page is a PM button. click it ad type your message.
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thanks for the heads up steve. i bought the trans, i think.
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i,am going to be wiring up a power transformer for the above radio. do i wire the filaments directly to chassis ground?
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