Hi Doc,
Here's what I found in my Drake archives, the early TR-7's had a
textured finish, which often turned sticky, so, FWIW:
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"You may also want to try
Rustoleum textured black #7220. The color is
very close and you get a slight texture. I'm
using it now on my keyer paddle bases. I hope
this helps.73,Mike K4QU"
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73,
Al, W8UT
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From: "doc" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
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Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2004 5:42 PM
Subject: [drakelist] Repainting TR7 Cabinet
>
> I recently acquired an intact-but-needs-paint replacement
> case for one of my two TR7's (the one with a case with
> multiple non-original holes).
>
> I'd appreciate suggestions as to the best spray paint to
> use to get a reasonably-close-to-original result.
>
> I am guessing that Krylon or another common WalMart/
> Home Depot/Lowes off-the-shelf product will do, but which
> one, please? Or does reasonably-close-to-original require
> a specialty paint?
>
> One other item -- anyone able to fill holes in a case who
> wants my "non-factory perforated" case for a couple of
> bucks plus shipping?
>
> --
> Thanks! & 73, doc kd4e
> West Central Florida
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>
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