Dave, over the last few years I have repaired and refurbished many TR7 radios which drove the first article I wrote on the TR7. I have been collecting a lot of data on this subject and plan on writing follow-up articles in the future. In the meantime, if anyone has finished articles on repairing the TR7, I will make space available on the WB4HFN website to publish those.
Ron / WB4HFN -------------- Original message -------------- From: "David & Chris Drake" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To the list, Has anyone ever compiled a troubleshooting doc for the TR7?? I know there are a lot of bits and pieces out there and have downloaded and printed many of them for my files. The service manual is also imperative, as well as extender cards. This would be a good thing for us Drake lovers to have a TR7 specific guide. Particularly since these radios are now getting some age on them and components harder to find. I just bought my second TR7 in non-working condition and will begin restoration soon, so this is up front on my mind. Any comments would be welcome. Maybe Ron Baker could expand on his excellent "inside the TR7" article on his website. Or all of us could contribute info and experiences to someone else who could compile and document?? It could then be posted on Ron's site for all to access. Or the more industrious could print a book or CD and offer for a fair price. As an example, I have a copy of the Swan Compendium, without which, restoring a swan is much more difficult. Common problems and common solutions. I think it was $25 back when it was available. Another example is the video that was produced some time back for the KWM2.!! Thanks, David Drake Wd9cmd, In SUNNY southern Indiana! ----- Original Message ----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, March 06, 2008 10:06 AM Subject: Re: [drakelist] re TR7 PTO [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: "Lorne Barber" said: > First the TR7 .....friction ? Then Joe said Someone on the list may have more specific information as to after what serial number the mod was no longer required or instructions for doing it in the field. Joe, K9HDE Hi, I believe you will find the information you describe at www.wb4hfn.com However that information was for the 4 series if I recall correctly. You can google for "Drake PTO friction" and it comes up with that sight. If desired I have the ground strap information and pics on my computer and can send it as an attachment to an individual. Carl WD8NHK It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money & Finance.
