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Newbie attempting first restoration - Model: 38-15T
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Hi everyone, got a newcomer here with absolutely no prior electronics training or experience. This past Saturday I picked up a couple beautiful Philco radios; the 38-15T mentioned in the subject field and a late model 84B. The 84B appears to be in remarkable cosmetic condition so I'm leaving that one alone (for now). The 38-15T looks like someone started to work on it but gave up and just kind of reassembled it quickly. Some of the things I'm hoping to find out are:

  1. The three screws that fasten the "electronics chassis" (wrong term) to the cabinet are missing. Can anyone tell me the correct replacement screw and size?
  2. I've seen pictures on-line of the interior of this radio when viewed from behind. In those pictures one of the tubes appears to have a metal "heat shield" (wrong term) around three sides of it. Mine is missing. What is that thing I'm calling a heat shield and do I need to get another one?
  3. I'm considering ordering a replacement grill cloth from grillecloth.com and have selected their pattern #14 - Philco ribbed cotton as the closest to authentic. Is that a good choice for my radio?
  4. Lastly, like I mentioned, I have no experience restoring radios. Can anyone suggest other friendly resources on-line where I might find patient help if I need it (because I'm going to need it!)?
Thanks in advance for any help anyone may be willing to offer.


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Newbie attempting first restoration - Model: 38-15T - by Enoch - 05-17-2011, 11:31 AM



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