[drakelist] FS: substitute caps for L7, L4B

I have a set of eight (8) Nichicon electrolytic capacitors, 330 mfd at 450 v that can be used in Drake L7 and L4B amplifiers. These are brand new, never used, snap in mount, with thin brass rods attached such that they are drop in replacements for the original axial lead capacitors. They

[drakelist] L4B/L-7 substitute caps sold

Thanks to all the gentlemen that responded. The caps have been sold BUT it is quite easy to find them economically, and for an hour's time, you can save a bundle. Enjoy those Drakes. 73s, Evan -- Submissions:[EMAIL

[drakelist] RV-75 and R-7 problem

I have just completed some testing and wonder if anybody else has observed this problem when using an RV-75 with the R-7 or R-7A receiver; the use of the TR-7 or TR-7A transcieving with the receiver has no effect on test results. The R-7 or R-7A never has the PTO completely shut off when using

[drakelist] MN-2700 settings

Just curious if anybody has made any efficiency measurements on the MN-2700. In other words, for the wide range of combinations of the two variable capacitors, is there some combination that yields the maximum power transfer or is this an in the noise issue? Enjoy those Drakes! 73s, Evan

WTB: Mint AC-4 supply

Trying to recreat a C line and need a mint AC-4 power supply. Prefer the latest model with 110/220 volt selector switch. Enjoy those Drakes. 73s, Evan

[drakelist] WTB: AC-4 bottom and top covers

Would like to buy top and bottom covers for a Drake AC-4 supply. 73s, Evan -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] -

[drakelist] WTB: capacitor boards for L4B/L7 power supply

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Drake enthusiasts, Have a project I'm working on and I need a couple of the capacitor mounting boards used in the L4B/L7 power supply. I don't need the capacitors

Re: [drakelist] Another outdoor connection question

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Spraying the surfaces, twice, with liquid Krylon (clear) will prevent the RTV from corroding anything during curing...

Re: [drakelist] L4 relay

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Drake enthusiasts, A number of years ago I talked with Drake and they indicated that each relay is individually calibrated/altered to ensure that the various contacts

Re: [drakelist] L4-PS R12 burned - .825 ohm 2W resistor on pin 6 of cable harness

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Resistor is easy to find. Just go to W8CQ's website under Harbach Electronics... -- On Behalf of

[drakelist] L4B and L7 PS 0.82 ohm resistor

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- From Danny, WA4SDE... Tell the guys to email me I have the correct resistor for the amp P/S.. I sold some to Jeff at DaytonDanny..WA4SDE, [EMAIL PROTECTED] My

Re: [drakelist] Mic Cable

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Jim, While not the cheapest, I've found the cable sold by Bob Heil to be well shielded, high quality, and very flexible. It is the only mic cable I use now. 73s,

Re: [drakelist] TR-22C crystals

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I've bought crystals from International Crystal over the years and had excellent luck. Plus, they are guaranteed for life.

Re: [drakelist] Help!

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- A soldering gun is not the tool of choice for soldering/desoldering to a chassis. An adequately sized iron does the job quite rapidly in comparison.

RE: [drakelist] T4XC on AM

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- While I have only heard a limited number of Drake rigs on AM, and tried AM on my TR-7A as well, I think high level plate modulation (e.g. Ranger, Valiant, etc.) still

Re: [drakelist] Another L-7 Question

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Drake enthusiasts, From my experience, with three L7s that I own and about 8 L4Bs that I've owned, I have had different experiences. Given that the tubes are good,

Re: [drakelist] FS-4

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I believe a 500 kc step is indeed the appropriate increment. Any other increment would make the PTO dial extremely difficult to interpret.

Re: [drakelist] FS: SPR-4 noise blanker and calibrator

Your email account seems to be rejecting email from AOL and other ISPs. Do you have an alternate email or phone number?-Original Message-From: mike maghakian [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: drakelist@www.zerobeat.netSent: Mon, 28 Mar 2005 11:43:07 -0800 (PST)Subject: [drakelist] FS: SPR-4 noise

[drakelist] FS: Antique oscilloscope and audio oscillator

Fellow Drake enthusiasts, I have the following for PICKUP ONLY AT MY HOME IN DAYTON, OHIO THE WEEKEND OF HAMVENTION: Antique test equipment: Tektronix Model 513D Oscilloscope, no manual. Hewlett Packard audio oscillator model 200C, no manual. Operating condition is unknown. They are very old,

[drakelist] Free Tektronix scope and HP audio generator

Nobody has expressed interest in the items so they are free for the taking the weekend of Dayton Hamvention. Safe travel, and remember to dress for at least one day of rain...

[drakelist] WTB: new 12AX7A for my C line

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Could use one or more 12AX7As for my C line, new in the box or nos preferred. 73s, Evan -- On

[drakelist] WTB: original manual for L-75 linear amplifier

Fellow Drake Enthusiasts, I'm trying to locate an original manual for my newly acquired L-75 amplifier. If you have one, please let me know price and condition. Enjoy those Drakes. 73s, Evan

Re: [drakelist] Audio static

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Typically the frying egg sound is due to the 6EJ7 third mixer. Replacing the tube cures the problem for a limited period of time.

Re: [drakelist] C-Line speaker

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Surplus Sales of Nebraska has speakers that will work. -- Submissions:

[drakelist] FS: Drake MN-2000 tuner

Have for sale an MN-2000 tuner, original manual, no balun, in above average condition, for $200 shipped, US only. 73s, Evan

[drakelist] WTB: bandswitch knob for MN-2000

Fellow Drake enthusiasts, would anybody have a source for replacement bandswitch knobs for an MN-2000 tuner? I could use one or two so return two tuners into excellent condition before selling. 73s, Evan

[drakelist] MN-2000 FS

Needs a new bandswitch knob but works well. $175 shipped, including original manual. 73s, Evan

Re: [drakelist] Soft start solution for 110v operation

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Various sizes of inrush limiters are available from RF Parts... -- Submissions:

[drakelist] Correct value of L-75 plate voltage

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I'm looking for other people's experiences with the plate voltage on the Drake L-75 linear amplifier. Mine reads 2600 vdc, no load, wired for 110 vac. Just

Re: [drakelist] TR-6

Happy New Year!-Original Message-From: Gary Poland [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: drakelist@www.zerobeat.netSent: Sat, 31 Dec 2005 20:23:38 -0500Subject: Re: [drakelist] TR-6 Wishing all a Happy New Year!! 73, Gary W8PUhttp://home.cinci.rr.com/w8pu

Re: [drakelist] Happy New Year

Happy New Year to all the Drake enthusiasts. Hope you can make it here to Dayton Hamvention 2006 and the Drake Forum. 73s, Evan

[drakelist] WTB: L4B cabinet/top

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Looking for a mint condition cabinet top or complete cabinet for a Drake L4B. Might take one in lesser condition if that is all I can find. Please state condition

[drakelist] Wanted: manual for Drake PS-3 (for UV-3)

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Fellow Drake enthusiasts, I'm looking for a manual, original or copy, for the PS-3, NOT the AC-3. The PS-3 supply was the Drake supply made for the UV-3 system.

Re: [drakelist] L7 Voltage Sag

Based upon 30+ years of experience with L4, L4B, L7 amps, wired for 110v and 220v, in multiplelocations, I would bet aStarbuck's coffee that the problemwith that great of a voltage sag is due to one or more electrolytic capacitors failing. For the secondary to sag by 40-50% due to a

Re: [drakelist] RE: PM - lytics

Well, "it depends" is the best way to say it. In some cases a capacitor failing signals the onset with hum, smells of various types, a crackling sound, etc. But then in other cases, there are other indications.For example, the electrolytic failing an AC-4 supply on the bias section, results in the

Re: [drakelist] L7

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Specs and schematic are available at WB4HFN's website... -- Submissions:

[drakelist] survey re: L7 tube failures

Fellow enthusiasts, I'm trying to collect user experiences regarding 3-500Z tube failures with the Drake L-7 linear amplifier. Specifically, I'd like to know if you've had a single tube failure, the one toward the centerline of the chassis NOT the one in the corner. Further, I'd like to know if

[drakelist] T4XC speech processor for sale

Fellow Drake enthusiasts, I have a DX Engineering speech processor for sale that includes the mimeographed instruction manual (they never published a regular manual). It is designed to work with the Drake T4XC and not sure if it will work on other models or not. This unit has a module that fits

[drakelist] speech processor

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Fellow Drake enthusiasts, The DX Engineering speech processor for the T4XC has been spoken for. Thanks for your interest and inquiries. 73, Evan

Re: [drakelist] What parts to have handy

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- A TR relay is always a good idea... -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:

[drakelist] specs on L-7 thermostat

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Does anybody have the spec on what temperature the thermostat closes on the L-7 linear amplifier? If not, I'll get out my industrial thermometer, VOM, and start the

Re: [drakelist] sticky cabinet TR-7

The sticky cabinet was used on early production runs of 7 line gear like the TR-7, MN-2700, etc. Later runs used a harder, darker paint. Some people have bought the later version cabinet for retrofit. Keeping the sticky cabinets clean is a chore though some have developed ways to clean it

[drakelist] WTB: Drake L4B cabinet

Looking for a cabinet for an L4B project. Would be willing to buy top and bottom but primarily need only the top. Can't have any dents, bends, waves, dings, etc. but the cosmetic condition of the paint is not important. Who knows, might even be interested in other Drake parts. Enjoy those

Re: [drakelist] Vox relay kits for AC-4

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- As a side note, you might have to contact John via telephone. He has a very aggressive spam filter; for example, it often blocks all email from AOL. He's a really

[drakelist] FS: R8 or other PTO knob

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Have for sale a cast aluminum knob that is virtually identical to the one on the R8 receiver. Has maybe 5 minutes of use. 73, Evan

[drakelist] R8 knob sold

Fellow Drake enthusiasts, the cast aluminum knob for the R8 has been sold. Thanks for your inquiries. Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of

[drakelist] source of lampcord for refurbishing Drake gear

In the process of refurbishing Drake, and other vintage gear, I often find the need for two conductor #18 lampcord. Here in Dayton, it is no longer available at Home Depot, Lowe's, True Value Hardware, etc. Everything is either #16 or #14 or larger and thus doesn't fit through the Heyco strain

[drakelist] lampcord

Fellow Drake Enthusiasts, Thanks to all the people that responded to my need for #18 lampcord to refurbish Drake gear. Even though the hardware stores don't carry it any longer, the surplus houses do. I really appreciate the responses. 73, Evan

[drakelist] Drake Forum at 2007 Hamvention

Fellow Drake Enthusiasts, Please join us at the Drake Forum at this year's Hamvention. Same time, same place: Saturday, May 19, 930-1115 AM, Room 5, near the ARRL area. Major prizes are an RV-75 synthesized VFO, 1A speaker, CW-75 keyer, and B-1000 balun. Plus we will be giving away

[drakelist] L4B parts needed for restoration

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Fellow enthusiasts, I'm looking for some parts to restore an L4B amplifier. What I need are two original parasitic suppressors, and (I know, it's hen's teeth) a

[drakelist] WTB: L4B blower motor and squirrel cage

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Fellow Drake enthusiasts, A year or so somebody was trying to get an order together for a minimum number of 100-200 blower motors/wheels for the L4B RF deck. Now I

[drakelist] Ocean State Electronics

Fellow enthusiasts, I was referred to Ocean State Electronics as a source of various parts that can be used to refurbish Drake equipment (e.g. two and three wire power cords, fish paper, etc.). Two or three weeks ago I went to their website and placed an order. The order never arrived and

[drakelist] WTB: capacitor boards for L4B/L7 power supply

Fellow Drake enthusiasts, Interested in finding some used boards that hold the electrolytic capacitors in the power supply used with the Drake L4B and L7 linear amplifiers. I do not need the capacitors themselves, diode boards, etc. If possible, I would like to have the offset metal

[drakelist] need L4B and L7 choke

Looking for a Miller #4642 RF choke that is used to ground the grids on the L4B and L7 linears. This choke is no longer stocked by any supplier I've contacted, except one. This source did carry them but needed a minimum order of 200. This choke is 100 uH and also carries the cross reference

[drakelist] WTB: meter bezel for WM-7, MN-7, MN-2700

, minor prizes, great presentations, lots of fun. Please contact Bob, K9FOH for raffle tickets. 73, Evan, K9SQG** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. -- Submissions:drakelist

Re: [drakelist] TR7 Power Plug

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Garey, Are these the part numbers for the DC connector or the AC connector? 73, Evan** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

Re: [drakelist] TR7 Power Plug

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Thom, That depends. There are two power plugs, one for the ac input power, and one for the dc output power. Which "power" were you referring to? 73,

[drakelist] Hamvention: Drake Forum changes

Fellow Drake enthusiasts, I just went to the DARA website and see that the Drake Forum, Saturday, May 19, has had the start and end times changed. Start time is now 915 and end time is now 1045. Please check the DARA website and handout programs for additional changes. 73, Evan

Re: [drakelist] Noise Blanker discussion

Having used the noise blankers in the R4C, TR-7, TR-7A, R-7, and R-7A, I can say that they were not intended to suppress atomospheric noise, QRM, etc. and do not in fact do so. They were, however, intended to reduce the effect of pulse type ignition noise from cars, lawn mowers, etc. but

[drakelist] photographic support for Drake Forum

to the ARRL area. To those of you that are coming here to Dayton, I'd like to extend a warm welcome to you! Safe travel my friend... 73, Evan, K9SQG [EMAIL PROTECTED]BRBRBR**BR See what's free at http://www.aol.com./HTML

[drakelist] Time for Drake Forum

attendees have a great weekend at Hamvention! 73, Evan, K9SQG [EMAIL PROTECTED]** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL

Re: [drakelist] I bee second

Does anybody remember the song about their transistor sister? If you do, you're probably close to my age... -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tue, 15 May 2007 12:18 AM Subject: RE: [drakelist] I bee second Jim Shorney [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an

Re: [drakelist] New-Old Logbooks

Jim, Please save some parts for me. I'll be looking. Safe travel my friend. 73, Evan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tue, 15 May 2007 5:04 PM Subject: Re: [drakelist] New-Old Logbooks Thanks Joe! Got mine today too, and the originals

Re: [drakelist] New-Old Logbooks

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Jim, Looking forward to seeing you. Always glad to see you. And you're on my prayer card unless you say not to. 73, Evan** See

Re: [drakelist] R4C

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Rick, Depends on which of the three production runs, serial number, and electrical and cosmetic condition. Range would be $150-$400 depending on these factors. 73,

Re: [drakelist] need help with c-line

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Dale, The lamp must be grounded via the cable to the T4XC and is illuminates when frequency control is via the R4C or split. Also, please be aware that there were

Re: [drakelist] Drake Parts sourch

John also services Drake gear, as do W8PU, WA8SAJ, and others. -Original Message- From: Terry Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wed, 23 May 2007 10:34 pm Subject: [drakelist] Drake Parts sourch Hey, all –   I’ve run across a NOS (new, old stock) Drake parts

Re: [drakelist] Left over Drake logbooks

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Joe, Did my money order ever get there for the books I received before Hamvention? 73, Evan** See what's free at

Re: [drakelist] AC4R on AC3

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I think you ought to give a presentation about that retrofit board in the AC3. Can we put you on the agenda for the 2008 Drake Forum?

Re: [drakelist] (Resent with line wrap off) Back by popular demand

What does it mean to say a radio hears everything but yet hears nothing? -Original Message- From: David Chris Drake [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tue, 19 Jun 2007 9:08 am Subject: Re: [drakelist] (Resent with line wrap off) Back by popular demand David Chris Drake

Re: [drakelist] (Resent with line wrap off) Back by popular demand

It is an oxymoron. -Original Message- From: Terry Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tue, 19 Jun 2007 12:36 pm Subject: RE: [drakelist] (Resent with line wrap off) Back by popular demand Ah, Grasshopper, what is the sound of one hand clapping?   -Original

Re: [drakelist] Drake Nets

a Drake L4B or L7, but I run them at low power to save the tubes. Thanks so much for your email. 73, Evan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wed, 20 Jun 2007 10:37 am Subject: Re: [drakelist] Drake Nets [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Evan, K9SQG

Re: [drakelist] TR-7 Mic Connector P/N

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Bob, It is a standard 4 pin connector. Evan** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

Re: [drakelist] TR4 Schematic

Carl, Yes, the FF-1 is collectable.? I've seen them sell for over $500 on the Internet.? Then again, I've seen RV-75s sell for $800-900 or more.? Somebody has a lot of money... 73, Evan -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tue, 24 Jul 2007

Re: [drakelist] smoker's radio

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Well, cleaning the smoker's grunge off the exterior surfaces can be done with mild cleaners designed SPECIFICALLY FOR PLASTICS AND DELICATE ITEMS, same for the

Re: [drakelist] smoker's radio

Bill, All I seem to remember is that the tub was in a round plastic container, mainly white with a lot of blue color.? Seems it was available in two sizes, one about 4-5 inches in diameter and 2 inches high and the other size about 4 inches high I believe.? It was in the household cleaning

Re: [drakelist] Passband adjust on tr7

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- The potentiometers on the voltage regulator board need to be adjusted. Information is contained in the Drake Family Affair book also.

Re: [drakelist] Drift on TR7

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- The TR-7 can be expected to drift 100 hz per hour and never stabilize based upon my measurements over about an 18 hour period with six TR-7s.

Re: RE: [drakelist] Drift on TR7

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- In terms of fan noise, my solution is to use 220v fans that will start and run reliably on 110v. I have found certain models that fall into this category since not

[drakelist] fan direction

Side benefit of pulling the hot air out of the rig is that it sometimes benefits PTO stability/drift. -Original Message- From: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thu, 30 Aug 2007 10:15 pm Subject: Re: [drakelist] MS-4 location Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [drakelist] MS8 Speaker

I believe the MS-8 speaker followed the pattern established by the MS-7? ; - )? That's why I sold the 7-8 MS-7s I had and now use exclusively the MS-4.? But to each their own and what is preferred by one might be shunned by another.? Let's all enjoy the Drake gear to our own particular

Re: [drakelist] MS8 Speaker

I don't have the specs BUT the PalStar speaker looks surprisingly like the MS-8... -Original Message- From: James B Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tue, 4 Sep 2007 12:16 pm Subject: RE: [drakelist] MS8 Speaker James B Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an

[drakelist] Drake equipment

As a side note, on the HF swap nets, the prices tend to be?lower and the integrity higher than on Upay, I mean eBay, at least for items I follow.? You might have to wait a few weeks to get what you want, but it is well worth it.? Just one ham's opinion... -Original Message- From:

Re: [drakelist] High serial number R4C wanted

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Is 27K+ high? ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour

Re: [drakelist] High serial number R4C wanted

I was thinking of putting it up for sale this Fall.? I only did preliminary testing to ensure it receives on all bands and so forth.? I'm sure people have some with higher serial numbers but if this is of interest to you I can take a closer look and describe the cosmetics and so forth.? Too,

Re: [drakelist] New bill in Oklahoma

Private contracts are indeed subject to local, state, and federal laws.? In other words, you can't enter into a contractual agreement that is against the law, even if all parties agree.? However, in this case, it will be?years before the attorneys come to agreement, assuming they try...

Re: [drakelist] Drake R-4 series crystals

I've bought crystals from ICM and they are excellent.? All you have to do is say I need a crystal for xyz and they have all the specs on series capacitance of the circuit, etc. and have shipped sooner than they estimated.? How can you go wrong for something with a lifetime guarantee at about

Re: [drakelist] SP-75 Speech Processor

you take a look at the specs for a linear, look at the CW and AM capabilities with respect to SSB.? Many legal limit (for SSB) amps can't do legal limit in all modes (incl. AM and CW). 73, Evan, K9SQG -Original Message- From: DW Holtman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: drakelist [EMAIL

Re: [drakelist] TR4C

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I have an R4C I was going to put up for sale this Fall but unfortunately it isn't stock since it has all the filters, noise blanker, etc. If I decide to remove the

Re: [drakelist] Bug

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- KC0QDG, Phil, listed a bug on the swap net tonight for $60... ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com

Re: [drakelist] Bug

Drake Technical Net Sunday 7238 +/- QRM 2000 zulu, which is 4 pm Eastern time until the time change Drake and Antique Tube Gear Net Tuesday 3865 8 pm Eastern time. There are no Internet links to these nets. -Original Message- From: Peter Bent [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [drakelist] Bug

Please email me directly ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) for his phone number. -Original Message- From: Thom LaCosta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Mon, 8 Oct 2007 9:40 pm Subject: Re: [drakelist] Bug Thom LaCosta [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang?

Re: [drakelist] L4B Power Supply Burning Smell

Kevin, With the rf decks and supplies I've rebuilt I've found some common problems.? The bleeders have a failure rate between 60-75% in the supplies I've rebuilt.? In the older supplies, the diodes had marginal voltage and current ratings; I replace them with 1 KV 3 A as a better alternative.?

Re: [drakelist] RV-4C

Might try the Drake and Antique Tube Gear Net and the Drake Technical Net. -Original Message- From: James B Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wed, 10 Oct 2007 1:19 pm Subject: [drakelist] RV-4C All, I’m looking for a nice RV-4C. Any help available out

Re: [drakelist] Head Phones

Fellow Drake enthusiasts, there are many good, comfortable earphones out there, not to mention headsets with boom microphones. They are typically considered DJ items. After using a few, the Stanton single earpiece, boom mic style, works quite well for me, using a W2IHY equalizer or not. However,

Re: [drakelist] Head Phones

The fact that they are anon-mainstream brand namemakes them politically incorrect. But I prefer to look at functionality, not the logo. -Original Message- From: Peter Bent [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Mon, 15 Oct 2007 10:17 am Subject: RE: [drakelist] Head Phones

Re: [drakelist] L7 Capacitors Needed

If one compares the current handling capability of disc ceramic caps vs doorknobs, a difference will be observed.? And, it almost goes without saying, the TV doorknobs should never be used in a linear amplifier, they can handle the voltage, but certainly not the current. -Original

Re: [drakelist] TR7 RIT/PBT led-holder

[EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Dick, They do crumble over time, with the problem also being seen in the L7 amplifier. Try John Kriner. 73, Evan** See what's

Re: [drakelist] Soldering Iron

I've seen these on Upay, I mean eBay, and elsewhere and the prices aren't too bad.? Get one that has the largest mass tip, regardless of whatever wattage you select.? Not only is temperature important, but so also is the mass or heat capacity. -Original Message- From: Bill Ellis

Re: [drakelist] FALL RADIO MEET AND VINTAGE HAMFEST - DAVIDSONVILLE, MD

John, Wish I could have made that event!? Sounds like it was a lot of fun.? Getting things on the Internet isn't as much fun, and the prices are sure higher online.? Hard to figure, the swap nets have people of generally high integrity, and reasonable prices, yet people continue to pay more

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