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So...just figured I'd share what the radio looks like as I received it this week. Certainly, there's a lot of cabinet work to do, and I'm a little concerned about what might be hidden under all that dark stain, lacquer, etc. In addition, the dial is merely a photocopy of an actual dial, the pointer needle is incorrect, the knobs are incorrect, and the speaker fabric will likely need to be replaced.
Luckily, I was able to order a repro dial from Radio Daze, but am having trouble locating the correct pointer, knobs, and fabric. I know this is probably elementary to most of you, so appreciate any recommendations on sources for these parts.
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The grille cloth is correct. It looks okay in the photo - is something wrong with it?
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Well, it is much dirtier than it appears in the photo, and won't match a fully restored cabinet very well, unless I can find a way to clean it carefully. Parts of it are very delicate and will likely fall apart when I remove it anyway. Just want to have a decent backup if/when that occurs.
Finally located the correct knobs, so just hoping someone can recommend a source for the fabric and pointer...especially the pointer, as I'm learning that these are as scarce as hen's teeth!
(This post was last modified: 10-27-2020, 05:44 PM by
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