09-05-2025, 07:49 PM
The blob of silicone is obviously not correct but the 42-327 I have had a 120 volt candelabra type pilot lamp, basically a Christmas tree/nightlight type bulb. I think that metal reflector hooked into the inside top of the cabinet, I but can't remember. The reason they used those is because the 35Z3 rectifier tube does not have a pilot light tap on the heater, and whilst some sets used a power resistor in series with the tube heaters, and in parallel with the lamp socket to power a 6.3 volt pilot lamp, these did not, my guess is because the set has an extra IF amplifier tube. In the end it comes down to parts count I guess. That being said you could use an LED substitute to cut down on the heat somewhat, but then again how often are you going to use the set?
Regards
Arran
Regards
Arran




