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What did I get myself into?
#16

I have the tools, except the signal generator.  I have looked at the tiny print parts list.  I am sure, being unfamiliar, i will not get it all right.  I wonder if there is a list or one stop shop for all the components that need replacing before powering on?
#17

In terms of caps you'll need:
5- .047uf@630v
4- .25uf@630v
1-.01uf@630v
1-.01uf@1600v
3-.015uf@630v
1-.5uf@630v
3- 10uf@ 450v electrolytic.
They can be had here   http://www.tuberadios.com/capacitors/
You probably want to replace the power cord. Repro is available here  http://www.radiodaze.com/power-cord/ but is sold in 25' lengths. Also some small heat shrink tubing is good to have but the couple of sources I use are out of stock but you can source it locally. You could get the caps from Radiodaze but I think Sal's prices are better.

GL

When my pals were reading comic books
I was down in the basement in my dad's
workshop. Perusing his Sam's Photofoacts
Vol 1-50 admiring the old set and trying to
figure out what all those squiggly meant.
Circa 1966
Now I think I've got!

Terry
#18

Thanks for the info. and pardon my ignorance, but what type of capacitors are these?  besides the electrolytic of course.
#19

No problem their film caps. Typical I get the axial lead ones.

When my pals were reading comic books
I was down in the basement in my dad's
workshop. Perusing his Sam's Photofoacts
Vol 1-50 admiring the old set and trying to
figure out what all those squiggly meant.
Circa 1966
Now I think I've got!

Terry
#20

(06-18-2018, 10:50 PM)brianbbs67 Wrote:  I have the tools, except the signal generator.

Hi Brian,

I have a signal generator that I'll give you; just pay postage.
#21

here are links to the various places I order parts:
http://www.radiodaze.com/    Good source for repro dials as well as other components
https://www.tubesandmore.com/   Lots of components, I often order from them, especially 630V axial poly caps
https://www.justradios.com/   Another good source for condensers, resistors, and more
These are a few that should get you started. I'm sure others here will; have other resources to recommend.
#22

Thanks, what is shipping? Brad
#23

Everybody keeps telling me how rare this is. How rare is a 43B, really?
#24

Well, it's listed as "A" for rarity rating in the Philco book...and I've never run across one personally, in 30 years of collecting...


I'd need your mailing address. Then I can get you a postage price, and you can decide if you want the generator. Icon_smile
#25

I could probably help you out w/ a generator too. I tripped over a E-200-C the other day that I don't really need. If you like I'll give it the once over to make sure it's working and replace the caps in the p/s. Can have it for shipping. I'm just north of Philly and would guess the weight is abt 15#s boxed.
[Image: http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c208/t...-200-C.jpg]

GL

When my pals were reading comic books
I was down in the basement in my dad's
workshop. Perusing his Sam's Photofoacts
Vol 1-50 admiring the old set and trying to
figure out what all those squiggly meant.
Circa 1966
Now I think I've got!

Terry
#26

One thing to like about this hobby and especially this Phorum is how helpful and nice the members are, I am always impressed with the level of helpful support and kind words. Good advice abounds.

Paul

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#27

(06-20-2018, 10:27 PM)Brad Winder Wrote:  
(06-18-2018, 10:50 PM)brianbbs67 Wrote:  I have the tools, except the signal generator.

Hi Brian,

I have a signal generator that I'll give you; just pay postage.

(06-21-2018, 09:08 PM)Paul Philco322 Wrote:  One thing to like about this hobby and especially this Phorum is how helpful and nice the members are, I am always impressed with the level of helpful support and kind words. Good advice abounds.

Paul

I am impressed already with the advice and generosity.
#28

(06-19-2018, 07:24 AM)Radioroslyn Wrote:  In terms of caps you'll need:
5- .047uf@630v
4- .25uf@630v
1-.01uf@630v
1-.01uf@1600v
3-.015uf@630v
1-.5uf@630v
3- 10uf@ 450v electrolytic.
They can be had here   http://www.tuberadios.com/capacitors/
You probably want to replace the power cord. Repro is available here  http://www.radiodaze.com/power-cord/ but is sold in 25' lengths. Also some small heat shrink tubing is good to have but the couple of sources I use are out of stock but you can source it locally. You could get the caps from Radiodaze but I think Sal's prices are better.

GL

I am guessing the .5uf is a 0.47uf? And the 0.25uf should I use the 0.27uf? or 0.22uf? Thanks
#29

>I am guessing the .5uf is a 0.47uf? And the 0.25uf should I use the 0.27uf? or 0.22uf? Thanks 
You guess correctly. Original tolerance was +/- 20%. Values are not particularly critical w/these caps.

Got ur generator apart, don't think it's ever been cracked open. Has a nice musty aroma about it. On
to the caps.
Don't it you are finicky abt appearance if so the cabinet has some surface rust but a little bit of black
wrinkle spray paint wouldn't hurt. Front panel is good as it's aluminum.

When my pals were reading comic books
I was down in the basement in my dad's
workshop. Perusing his Sam's Photofoacts
Vol 1-50 admiring the old set and trying to
figure out what all those squiggly meant.
Circa 1966
Now I think I've got!

Terry
#30

(06-22-2018, 05:44 PM)Radioroslyn Wrote:  >I am guessing the .5uf is a 0.47uf? And the 0.25uf should I use the 0.27uf? or 0.22uf? Thanks 
You guess correctly. Original tolerance was +/- 20%. Values are not particularly critical w/these caps.

Got ur generator apart, don't think it's ever been cracked open. Has a nice musty aroma about it. On
to the caps.
Don't it you are finicky abt appearance if so the cabinet has some surface rust but a little bit of black
wrinkle spray paint wouldn't hurt. Front panel is good as it's aluminum.

I am function over form especially for tools. I am sure it will be fine. Thanks again.




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