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New Philco for my collection
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09-21-2011, 09:24 PM
Hi murf:
I agree the Model 16 is one of the best Philco's, and any other brand for that matter. Congratulations on acquiring a16X with such a nice cabinet. I've restored a16B and it really pulls in SW. Also have a 16x in the wings waiting on restoration , but it has cabinet issues. If your radio has not been restored, count on replacing all electrolytic and bakelite{paper} caps. On this model I would restuff all caps to keep it "original". The 2 speed tuning may also need attention. Also if I remember correctly the tone control caps are encased in tar and will need to be replaced or I may be confusing that with the Model 18. Have fun and enjoy this one.
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New Philco for my collection - by murf - 09-21-2011, 07:03 PM
Re: New Philco for my collection - by dixierat - 09-21-2011, 09:24 PM
Re: New Philco for my collection - by Arran - 09-21-2011, 10:13 PM
Re: New Philco for my collection - by murf - 09-22-2011, 05:54 AM
Re: New Philco for my collection - by murf - 09-22-2011, 07:28 PM
Re: New Philco for my collection - by murf - 09-22-2011, 09:56 PM
Re: New Philco for my collection - by TA Forbes - 09-23-2011, 08:53 PM
Re: New Philco for my collection - by Ron Ramirez - 09-23-2011, 09:04 PM
Re: New Philco for my collection - by TA Forbes - 09-23-2011, 09:48 PM



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