[JonFen]

I am very new to radios. My wife bought me a very nice 38-2 (the Holland, MI one on ebay). Cabinet just needs some polish and wax, but the radio doesn't work very well.

First of all, I have been having troubles with reception. There is a DYI antenna cable attached to the radio that doesn't seem to be doing the job (works better when I hold it and worse when I let go). What should I be using for an antenna on this?

The volume is very low. I have to crank it up to full volume, and when I find a station, it is very quiet. It makes a noise that I think is what everyone calls "motor-boating". Is there something I need to test inside that might be causing both to go out?

Does anyone have schematics or documentation that might be helpful for this particular radio?

Thanks for your help!

JonFen