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Philco 15DX restoration tips?
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Hi guys,

I'm the proud new owner of a Philco 15DX! According to philcoradio.com only 1,500 were made and I've certainly never seen one before so I assume they are quite rare.
I've restored a few Philcos before (37-10, 38-10 and 39-30), but nothing this high-end. It's in fairly good shape, but a few sections of veneer are missing and the top is in rough shape. I would really appreciate any restoration tips you may have. Specifically, what type of veneer should I use, any ideas on the missing bits of molding, and how can I get these speakers re-coned?

Here's a high-res set on Flickr for your viewing pleasure http://www.flickr.com/photos/70039806@N0...66/detail/

Thanks!

[Image: http://www.bobandersen.com/images/Philco%2015DX.jpg]
[Image: http://www.bobandersen.com/images/15DX%2...damage.jpg]
[Image: http://www.bobandersen.com/images/15DX%2...damage.jpg]
[Image: http://www.bobandersen.com/images/15DX%2...damage.jpg]
[Image: http://www.bobandersen.com/images/15DX%2...damage.jpg]


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Philco 15DX restoration tips? - by Bob Andersen - 05-22-2009, 10:36 PM
RE: Philco 15DX restoration tips? - by TA Forbes - 04-26-2012, 12:57 PM
RE: Philco 15DX restoration tips? - by TA Forbes - 04-27-2012, 11:38 AM
RE: Philco 15DX restoration tips? - by Arran - 05-05-2012, 12:07 AM



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