I recently acquired a C-line in very good condition. I never had one "in the
day" and always wanted one. Before the purchase, I asked my friend if the R4C
was the later model (5 position mode switch) and he told me it was. As I picked
up the radios, I noticed that the R4C was the earlier model (4 position
switch). I went ahead with the deal as the price was good.
Since I do a lot of DXing/contesting I really didn't want the terrible FET
second mixer receiver. I've heard the "old" and "new" versions side-by-side in
the past on a band with lots of loud signals and there in a huge difference.
I recall hearing (somewhere) that Drake would modify the early R4C's by
removing the FET and installing a tube 2nd mixer if the customer requested the
change. Does anyone actually know any details of the factory mod?
It would be pretty easy to rewire the noise blanker socket to accept a 6BE6
second mixer. Has anyone done this previously?
I guess the final question is, do I sell this R4C and buy the later model? This
earlier receiver is in good condition and I'm not going to do any mods where
I'm drilling extra holes, etc.
Since I actually use all of my older gear, I want the best performance out of
them that I can get.
Any info appreciated!
73, Stew K3ND
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