Drakelist de PA2DW,
Hello fellow Drake-fans. Since last week I am enjoying the use of a L7
amplifier. It is technically in super condition, but cosmetically it needs
some (minor) help.
I am looking for a better strip that covers the meters, both the plastic
(lexan?) strip as the metal one
Conventional wisdom is that Lee #172 Lagoon Blue theatrical gel is a very
close match. A few bucks for a sheet at a theater supply house or on eBay will
net you a lifetime supply. Dave, KD2E, has provided information to the effect
that Roscolene #853 is the ORIGINAL Drake filter material. You can
Does anyone know of a source for the blue filter material for the Drake dials
and meters?
I see that Mike Sever, KG9BV, was supplying these at one time, but I have been
unable to reach him by email or telephone after several attempts. I hope he is
ok.
Thanks!
Rob -
Has anybody on the list purchased the Roscolene #853, and can measure the
thickness with a caliper or micrometer? The #172 stuff is a bit thinner than
the original stuff, it would be nice to know if this stuff is any thicker.
Regards, Chris kc9ieq
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