[Drakelist] Drake C-Line Power Cable
Hello Drake List, Does anyone out there know where to source a 120 VAC flat 3 conductor grey AC power cable similar to that used on the C-Line equipment? I need to replace a frayed FS-4 AC cable that my daughter's rabbit found especially tasty and would like to find something close to the OEM. Perhaps I am searching in the wrong area but all I can find to date are the round black AC power cords common on today's test equipment which I don't believe will fit properly into the crimp connector on the back of the chassis. Wade VA3HM ___ Drakelist mailing list Drakelist@zerobeat.net http://mailman.zerobeat.net/mailman/listinfo/drakelist
Re: [Drakelist] Fw: List Downtime
Hi Thom Please keep the Drakelist going if possible. I read and file almost all of the threads and have used the list several times in the last year to resolve some very difficult technical issues with my C line. I believe the service you are providing is a very valuable contribution to the Drake community. 73 Wade VA3HM -Original Message- From: drakelist-boun...@zerobeat.net [mailto:drakelist-boun...@zerobeat.net] On Behalf Of Terry Hart Sent: June 15, 2009 5:00 PM To: k8...@sbcglobal.net; drakelist@zerobeat.net Subject: Re: [Drakelist] Fw: List Downtime I'll second all of that! ( For TR 7 read R4 B and T4 XB). Terry, G3VFO - Original Message - From: k8...@sbcglobal.net To: drakelist@zerobeat.net Sent: Monday, June 15, 2009 1:00 AM Subject: [Drakelist] Fw: List Downtime Thom, I'll throw in my 2 cents. I don't post very often, but I have a separate Drakelist folder in my Outlook Express that automatically catches all the postings and I read them every single day. The list already helped me fix a TR-7 and I'm thankful for the list and archives. It's a great asset and I appreciate it like everybody else who has responded. Dave / K8JDC - Original Message - From: Thom LaCosta k3...@zerobeat.net To: drakelist@zerobeat.net Sent: Sunday, June 14, 2009 7:37 AM Subject: Re: [Drakelist] List Downtime At 07:32 AM 06/12/09, Thom LaCosta wrote: Apologies for the recent list downtime. An automated update to the server software did not restore the settings for the mailing lists. Is anyone here? Just wondering if I should continue the list, or simply remove it from the server? Thom ___ Drakelist mailing list Drakelist@zerobeat.net http://mailman.zerobeat.net/mailman/listinfo/drakelist ___ Drakelist mailing list Drakelist@zerobeat.net http://mailman.zerobeat.net/mailman/listinfo/drakelist ___ Drakelist mailing list Drakelist@zerobeat.net http://mailman.zerobeat.net/mailman/listinfo/drakelist ___ Drakelist mailing list Drakelist@zerobeat.net http://mailman.zerobeat.net/mailman/listinfo/drakelist
[Drakelist] T4X-C 6JB6/6JB6A Question
Hi Drakelist Would someone out there know the maximum plate current a pair of Sylvania 6JB6 / 6JB6A sweep tubes can handle without damaging the tube and what the T4X-C PA stage typically draws when tuned for maximum power output? I have read some conflicting information and would like to hear from someone with practical experience. I have a T4X-C which can deliver 150 W output on all bands but requires almost 350 ma to do so. Regards Wade VA3HM ___ Drakelist mailing list Drakelist@zerobeat.net http://mailman.zerobeat.net/mailman/listinfo/drakelist
[drakelist] Looking for Erie 18.1 MHz Crystal for R-4C
Hi Drakelist Does anyone out there have a working original Erie 18.1 MHz crystal they wish to sell? This is for the 40 Meter band. I could order a new replacement but thought I would see if I could find a working original first. thanks Wade VA3HM
RE: [drakelist] Metal Varnish Question
Thank-you for the advice guys! I suspect the coating is either a yellowed varnish or gold anodized plating. If I find something that's a good match I will let you know. 73 Wade _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Duane Calvin Sent: July 7, 2008 10:25 AM To: drakelist@zerobeat.net Subject: Re: [drakelist] Metal Varnish Question Most likely, it was clear when applied new by Drake, but has yellowed with age. 73, Duane At 07:43 AM 7/7/2008, you wrote: EP Swynar [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi Guys, TESTORS paint company sells small spray cans of translucent / semi-clear paint, too...I bought two for a different project here years ago (mine are red)... I imagine they'd have something in yellow, like what you're looking for. Just go visit your nearest LARGE hobby emporium, look around...and good luck! ~73~ Eddy VE3CUI - VE3XZ *** - Original Message - From: George Cortez Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: drakelist@zerobeat.net Sent: Monday, July 07, 2008 8:07 AM Subject: Re: [drakelist] Metal Varnish Question George Cortez Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- wmacleod wrote: Hi Drakelist The alloy chassis used in the Drake C Line series appear to have been dipped or sprayed with a light yellow-gold protective varnish or lacquer possibly to protect against corrosion. This is what gives the chassis a light golden appearance. Does anyone know of a distributor who supplies a similar type of metal varnish or lacquer? Wade VA3HM Try eastwood automotive they are online This is really a plating but it can be duplicated in paint. George NE2I -- Submissions:drakelist@zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net http://www.zerobeat.net/ - sponsored by www.tlchost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- -- Submissions:drakelist@zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net http://www.zerobeat.net/ - sponsored by www.tlchost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- Duane Calvin, AC5AA Austin, Texas www.ac5aa.com http://www.ac5aa.com/
[drakelist] Metal Varnish Question
Hi Drakelist The alloy chassis used in the Drake C Line series appear to have been dipped or sprayed with a light yellow-gold protective varnish or lacquer possibly to protect against corrosion. This is what gives the chassis a light golden appearance. Does anyone know of a distributor who supplies a similar type of metal varnish or lacquer? Wade VA3HM
RE: [drakelist] C-Line PTO Friction Question
wmacleod [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Thank-you both Garey and Evan. From your descriptions I expect the units I have need a small amount of lubrication on the worm gear and main bearings. I am familiar with the article mentioned below and will be careful not to contaminate the plastic gears. Wade -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Garey Barrell Sent: April 18, 2008 5:21 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [drakelist] C-Line PTO Friction Question Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Wade - I have owned / worked on a LOT of 4 Series units since about 1964, and I've never come across one that would 'spin' the way the old Hammarlund and Hallicrafters flywheel driven dials would. They should however be easily tuned by resting your finger on the side of the knob (or in the button on the C Line) and moving your finger in a circle. The PTO is driven directly by the lead screw and follower within the gearbox at the front of the PTO. All the gears are there solely to drive the dial disc(s). An excellent article on the foibles of this arrangement is at: http://www.wb4hfn.com/DRAKE/DrakeArticles/PTO/Drake_PTO.htm The article is based on the C Line, but is applicable to all the 4 units that use the nylon gears. The big secret is that nylon gears are designed to run _DRY_ , i.e., no lubrication at all, especially petroleum based lubricants. 73, Garey - K4OAH Glen Allen, VA Drake 2-B, 4-B, C-Line TR-4/C Service Supplement CDs www.k4oah.com H D MAC LEOD wrote: H D MAC LEOD [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi Drakelist. I am interested in understanding how smooth the Drake C Line dial mechanisms were when the product was originally shipped from the factory. Perhaps some of you are original owners of C Line equipment and would comment? I have read that The dial mechanism should offer only slight resistance to the tuning knob. You should be able to fast spin the tuning knob by placing your index finger on the outside of the knob and rotating your hand. Is this technically correct? I have a couple of C-Line units from different sources where the dial mechanisms are identical and smooth but definitely not free finger spinning as described above. Wade VA3HM -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] Re-attaching Drake MS-4 Logo to Speaker Grill
Hi Drakelist Does anyone have any suggestions on the best way to re-attach the Drake MS-4 Logo to the speaker grill? The original backing was a form of adhesive which has dried out over the years. I was thinking about the following alternatives: (1) Double sided tape - might leave a gap between the logo and the metal grill? (2) Soft glue stick like the kind used on scrapbook projects - would it last? (3) Crazy Glue - might be a problem if it did not adhere to the metal paint? Appreciate any recommendations. thanks Wade
RE: [drakelist] Re-attaching Drake MS-4 Logo to Speaker Grill
An excellent idea! That stuff is soft when it goes on, doesn't dry right away so I get a chance to position it correctly and adheres to almost any surface. Thanks Eddy! 73 Wade VA3HM _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of EP Swynar Sent: April 12, 2008 3:47 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [drakelist] Re-attaching Drake MS-4 Logo to Speaker Grill Hi Wade, A thin application of silicone sealant betwixt the two surfaces should do the job A-OK, and THEN some... ~73!~ Eddy VE3CUI - VE3XZ * - Original Message - From: wmacleod mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, April 12, 2008 3:29 PM Subject: [drakelist] Re-attaching Drake MS-4 Logo to Speaker Grill Hi Drakelist Does anyone have any suggestions on the best way to re-attach the Drake MS-4 Logo to the speaker grill? The original backing was a form of adhesive which has dried out over the years. I was thinking about the following alternatives: (1) Double sided tape - might leave a gap between the logo and the metal grill? (2) Soft glue stick like the kind used on scrapbook projects - would it last? (3) Crazy Glue - might be a problem if it did not adhere to the metal paint? Appreciate any recommendations. thanks Wade
[drakelist] WTB: R4C or complete C Line
Hello Drakelist I am interested in purchasing a collector condition R4-C (or complete C Line) for personal collection and use. If you know anyone interested in selling please let me know. I suspect listing this request on the Drakelist is a bit humorous since we are probably all looking for such equipment however.thought I would give it a try anyway. Regards Wade VA3HM [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[drakelist] R4-C Filters INRAD vs Original Piezo
Hello Drakelist: Does anyone know how the INRAD selection of 5695 KHz 2nd IF filters for the R4C compare against the original Piezo Technology filters offered by Drake? Would I be better off obtaining original Drake filters or going with the INRADs. regards Wade
