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Need info on turntable for a 50-1720
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]I recently inherited an console Philco Radio the 50 - 1720 at least that is what is stamped on back of chassis and I also looked at some of the old images on the photo facts I found on here and on ebay. although most of the descriptions include the fact that the phonograph had two arms one for 78s and one for 33s, my radio has only one and I want to make sure I have the correct model number for that phonograph. I have taken a few pics and would appreciate any help with this. I would like to restore as it was my dad's favorite radio.
           

P.S. I also wanted to know where I can find the handle for the door that opens up the phonograph compartment.
#2

The changer in your machine looks like a VM unit from the 1960s, the original was a greenish blue colour. The good news is that it should not be too hard to find a parts unit with the proper changer and that handle, these sorts of sets have little or no collectable value among radio collectors so most people are trying to get rid of them. One of our group may even have one that they wish to part with, we sometimes buy package deals on sets and get stuck with things like this. I would keep your eyes open at garage sales as well.
Regards
Arran
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(04-19-2012, 11:43 PM)Arran Wrote:  The changer in your machine looks like a VM unit from the 1960s, the original was a greenish blue colour. The good news is that it should not be too hard to find a parts unit with the proper changer and that handle, these sorts of sets have little or no collectable value among radio collectors so most people are trying to get rid of them. One of our group may even have one that they wish to part with, we sometimes buy package deals on sets and get stuck with things like this. I would keep your eyes open at garage sales as well.
Regards
Arran
Thanks Arran, I'll see if I can start browsing for VM changers that look like this one. This is going to be my first radio restoration I have worked on other audio visual equipment that are more recent (RCA selectavision Video disc players, Laserdisc players), but I am allured by the nostalgic qualities of old radios as my dad also did. I guess you can say this one is in memory of my dad and the ones to follow are for my children.
#4

(04-21-2012, 12:07 PM)tatateso Wrote:  
(04-19-2012, 11:43 PM)Arran Wrote:  The changer in your machine looks like a VM unit from the 1960s, the original was a greenish blue colour. The good news is that it should not be too hard to find a parts unit with the proper changer and that handle, these sorts of sets have little or no collectable value among radio collectors so most people are trying to get rid of them. One of our group may even have one that they wish to part with, we sometimes buy package deals on sets and get stuck with things like this. I would keep your eyes open at garage sales as well.
Regards
Arran
Thanks Arran, I'll see if I can start browsing for VM changers that look like this one. This is going to be my first radio restoration I have worked on other audio visual equipment that are more recent (RCA selectavision Video disc players, Laserdisc players), but I am allured by the nostalgic qualities of old radios as my dad also did. I guess you can say this one is in memory of my dad and the ones to follow are for my children.

Agree, millions made probably only need idler wheel, replacement one good for a decade or two.
#5

(04-21-2012, 12:07 PM)tatateso Wrote:  
(04-19-2012, 11:43 PM)Arran Wrote:  The changer in your machine looks like a VM unit from the 1960s, the original was a greenish blue colour. The good news is that it should not be too hard to find a parts unit with the proper changer and that handle, these sorts of sets have little or no collectable value among radio collectors so most people are trying to get rid of them. One of our group may even have one that they wish to part with, we sometimes buy package deals on sets and get stuck with things like this. I would keep your eyes open at garage sales as well.
Regards
Arran
Thanks Arran, I'll see if I can start browsing for VM changers that look like this one. This is going to be my first radio restoration I have worked on other audio visual equipment that are more recent (RCA selectavision Video disc players, Laserdisc players), but I am allured by the nostalgic qualities of old radios as my dad also did. I guess you can say this one is in memory of my dad and the ones to follow are for my children.

The original had two arms and had a green metalic hammered paint I believe, the VM changer in it now is at least ten years newer. Your set is a 1950 model, hence the 50 in 50-1720, as I said those sorts of things turn up at garage sales but someone on here may have a similar unit that they ended up with but do not want.
Regards
Arran
#6

Tatateso

Welcome!

If you want to stick with a V-M changer, I suggest you get in touch with Gary Stork, proprietor of V-M Audio Enthusiasts.

http://www.thevoiceofmusic.com/

If you need idler wheels or any other V-M parts, he is the go-to person for these.

Tell him I sent you. Icon_smile

--
Ron Ramirez
Ferdinand IN




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