[davemc]

I have the GE 250 version and did find a NOS Willard 2-volt wet cell. But I elected to LEAVE it NOS and not add electrolyte. The radio can easily powered up by adding a high-capacity filter cap across the rectified charger output. I used a 7000uf 16 volt unit which was easily hidden inside the chassis and not visible. I also replaced the defective copper oxide rectifier in mine with a 5-amp 100 volt bridge rectifier. Again, not visible. The radio works on AC very well.

I figured that once I added electrolyte and charge the battery (which may or may not work!) I would then have to keep it charged forever. This way, I can leave that exercise to someone in the future.

Very unique radio!

Dave