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Very sad 116X
#16

I've seen worse cabinets restored, unfortunately I lack the woodworking skills and tools to pull off something like that. Still, I wouldn't condemn it just yet.
#17

Nothing wrong with it at all! You will have a swell time with your 116X regardless of which direction your resto goes. Totally agree about the 6A3s, they definitely make for a superior sound. I would add the 6B4G to this very short list of superior output systems.

A recent eBbay auction had a Silvertone 1831 console radio. (below link) This set had Six 45 tubesfor the output circuit. I betcha this was some kind of good sounding set.
#18

Here's the link:

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#19

Really makes me want to get cracking on my 116X (and 37-116X). After a couple three years outside the hobby. You guys are causing me to dust off the tubes, polish the cabinet, dig out the tools.............................................. Icon_biggrin Icon_silent Icon_shh

-Brian
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#20

Welcome back, Brian! Long time, no type.

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Ron Ramirez
Ferdinand IN
#21

Thanks Ron. Hope things are well with you. Trying to get back in the grove and send some needed attention to my beloved Philco's Icon_redface Work hours are longer now so more of my time is taken up. I see a good group of new collectors hanging around the Phorum Icon_clap

-Brian
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#22

Hello, Brian: you have two great sets to work on! Looking forward to hearing about it when you have them finished!
#23

TA Forbes Wrote:Hello, Brian: you have two great sets to work on! Looking forward to hearing about it when you have them finished!

Thanks Icon_smile Hope to in the near future

-Brian
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