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05-15-2024, 04:18 PM
Does anyone have an easy or simple method of removing the compression latches shown in the pictures here? When I have come across them I have had to mangle them off and replace them. These are pushed down on Bakelite posts so I am concerned about handling too roughly. Appreciate any tips. George


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George - Berthoud, Colorado.  Learned tube receiver repair and troubleshooting in the Navy way back when, came back around to it as an old guy.  Re-learning all I can.  Doing my part to restore a few of these old gems.
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48-230 - by SRv2 - 05-15-2024, 04:18 PM
RE: 48-230 - by radiorich - 05-15-2024, 07:24 PM
RE: 48-230 - by SRv2 - 05-15-2024, 07:37 PM
RE: 48-230 - by RodB - 05-15-2024, 08:43 PM
RE: 48-230 - by SRv2 - 05-15-2024, 10:07 PM
RE: 48-230 - by radiorich - 05-16-2024, 09:46 AM



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