Re: [Phono-L] Edison model C question / identification?

2014-02-26 Thread David Dazer
w book? I could get someone to look. later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of David Dazer Sent: Sunday, February 23, 2014 2:39 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Edison model C question / identific

Re: [Phono-L] Edison model C question / identification?

2014-02-26 Thread David Dazer
someone to look. later Bob -Original Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of David Dazer Sent: Sunday, February 23, 2014 2:39 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Edison model C question / identification? It is

Re: [Phono-L] Edison model C question / identification?

2014-02-23 Thread David Dazer
It is not an ICS model is it? Dave From: Bob Maffit To: 'Antique Phonograph List' Sent: Saturday, February 22, 2014 11:38 AM Subject: [Phono-L] Edison model C question / identification? Listers: Obtained what I thought was a run of the mill Edison Stan

Re: [Phono-L] Finally a good use for a crapophone

2014-02-11 Thread David Dazer
What a riot!  Thanks for sharing! Makes you feel kind of bad for radio collectors. Our stuff is so much more fun! Dave From: Ron L'Herault To: phonol...@yahoogroups.com; 'Antique Phonograph List' Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 10:09 PM Subject: [Phono-L] Final

Re: [Phono-L] Great Rust Removal Method - Electrolytic Rust Removal...

2014-01-12 Thread David Dazer
I love to use a product called Evaporust.  I have done the electrolysis method too and prefer the ease of Evaporust.  You can google it and find all kinds of praise for it.  Buy it at an auto parts store. Dave From: Bill Burns To: Antique Phonograph List Se

Re: [Phono-L] New Antique Phonograph Society Website Now Online!

2013-11-11 Thread David Dazer
The Canadian Antique Phono Society has an online directory of members. A password is required for access.  It would be fun to have a secret handshake, too! Just kidding about the handshake! Dave From: George Paul To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Monday, Novemb

Re: [Phono-L] Questions about Edison Standard machine

2013-08-01 Thread David Dazer
Sounds like an ICS language machine. I have a couple of them. Dave From: chuck richards To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thursday, August 1, 2013 8:52 PM Subject: [Phono-L] Questions about Edison Standard machine Recently I saw a working Edison Standard (model

Re: [Phono-L] Phonographs for Sale

2013-05-12 Thread David Dazer
Dear Wayne, I want to thank you publicly for all you have done for our hobby.  Anyone who knows you understands what a kind and generous person you are, and I wish you great success in liquidating your collection.  I'll keep your health issues in my prayers, too. Sincerely, Dave Dazer __

Re: [Phono-L] Rare Gothic

2013-05-09 Thread David Dazer
I know of a third one, here is Michigan.  Also probably not for sale. Dave From: Vinyl Visions To: "phono-l@oldcrank.org" Sent: Thu, May 9, 2013 12:49:45 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Rare Gothic I want one... I know where two are, but aren't for sale, within 5 m

Re: [Phono-L] Help with a value please

2013-03-08 Thread David Dazer
I use pH decreaser from the swimming pool to remove the zinc plating.  It is sold as a dry powder and so much easier to keep around than acid.  Just a little bit disolved in water will work very well to strip the zinc before heat bluing and oil quenching, Dave _

Re: [Phono-L] Berliner Gramophone only $350.00

2013-02-25 Thread David Dazer
Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Berliner Gramophone only $350.00 I got it this time Dave, and just to make sure I get it I am sailing to Nigeria to meet him at his winter home. John Robles Sent from my iDon'tknow On Feb 25, 2013, at 12:43 PM, David Dazer wrote: > I have bought it five times alr

Re: [Phono-L] Berliner Gramophone only $350.00

2013-02-25 Thread David Dazer
I have bought it five times already and he still has not sent it to me... I am going to have to stop this. Dave From: Vinyl Visions To: "phono-l@oldcrank.org" Sent: Sun, February 24, 2013 10:29:42 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Berliner Gramophone only $350.00 Tha

Re: [Phono-L] Edison bearings

2013-01-28 Thread David Dazer
Just curious, Randy. What are the performance problems you are attempting to overcome? Dave D From: Randy Larson To: Antique Phonograph List Sent: Sun, January 27, 2013 6:40:41 PM Subject: [Phono-L] Edison bearings Not sure if many would like this, but I've

Re: [Phono-L] Fwd: Craigslist Beauty !

2012-12-19 Thread David Dazer
Looks like it is already wrapped with a gold ribbon for a perfect gift! Dave --- On Wed, 12/19/12, bruce78...@comcast.net wrote: From: bruce78...@comcast.net Subject: [Phono-L] Fwd: Craigslist Beauty ! To: "Phono-L" Date: Wednesday, December 19, 2012, 11:13 AM - Forwarded Message

Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A

2012-12-19 Thread David Dazer
: Tuesday, December 18, 2012, 10:06 PM No trouble at all. Home No.276131 left the factory in July 1907.  Home No.173676 left the factory in January 1906.  George P. -Original Message- From: David Dazer To: Antique Phonograph List Sent: Tue, Dec 18, 2012 8:46 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L

Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A

2012-12-18 Thread David Dazer
an be determined.  It's very helpful for research.  I promised not to publish this data until the donor does so, but in the meantime I can help other collectors date machines. George P. -Original Message----- From: David Dazer To: Antique Phonograph List Sent: Tue, Dec 18, 2012 3:58 pm S

Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A

2012-12-18 Thread David Dazer
Where do you keep getting these dates for the Home model?  I am very intrigued. Dave --- On Tue, 12/18/12, George Paul wrote: From: George Paul Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Tuesday, December 18, 2012, 12:34 PM Home No.29180 left the

Re: [Phono-L] Scanned concert cylinder box

2012-12-16 Thread David Dazer
Hey, that is really cool! Dave --- On Sun, 12/16/12, Ron L'Herault wrote: From: Ron L'Herault Subject: [Phono-L] Scanned concert cylinder box To: "'Antique Phonograph List'" , "'Antique Phonograph List'" Date: Sunday, December 16, 2012, 6:06 PM Not sure if the list allows attachments, but

Re: [Phono-L] Any idea around what serial number the banner Home case was dropped?

2012-12-16 Thread David Dazer
Is there a published source for looking up serial numbers to date a machine? Dave D --- On Sat, 12/15/12, George Paul wrote: From: George Paul Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Any idea around what serial number the banner Home case was dropped? To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Saturday, December 15, 2012

Re: [Phono-L] reproducers with the strap across the front for the very early Berliner hand winds

2012-11-30 Thread David Dazer
I do not think he is active any more, but he may still have some unsold parts or complete reproducers.  Dave --- On Fri, 11/30/12, Steven Medved wrote: From: Steven Medved Subject: [Phono-L] reproducers with the strap across the front for the very early Berliner hand winds To: phonol...@yah

Re: [Phono-L] Save high quality eBay scans

2012-11-29 Thread David Dazer
I got it, I was just being a little flippant. Thanks for all you do! Dave --- On Thu, 11/29/12, Vinyl Visions wrote: From: Vinyl Visions Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Save high quality eBay scans To: "phono-l@oldcrank.org" Date: Thursday, November 29, 2012, 11:47 AM Dave,This is not about "scams",

Re: [Phono-L] Save high quality eBay scans

2012-11-29 Thread David Dazer
Having very little disposable income insulates me from high dollar scams!  I did not buy a PowerBall ticket since I am sure that I would not be able to stand the strain of prosperity... Dave --- On Wed, 11/28/12, Rich wrote: From: Rich Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Save high quality eBay scans To:

Re: [Phono-L] Maroon Amberol?

2012-11-27 Thread David Dazer
A Royal Purple? --- On Tue, 11/27/12, Vinyl Visions wrote: From: Vinyl Visions Subject: [Phono-L] Maroon Amberol? To: "phono-l@oldcrank.org" Date: Tuesday, November 27, 2012, 5:03 PM Is there any significance to a maroon colored Amberol cylinder? A friend said he found one, and since he i

Re: [Phono-L] trolling motors from phono motors

2012-10-29 Thread David Dazer
engaged in the gear train   too.   Can you send a picture of one you have?   Thanks,   Ron L   -Original Message-   From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On   Behalf Of David Dazer   Sent: Monday, October 29, 2012 5:50 AM   To: Antique Phonograph List  

Re: [Phono-L] trolling motors from phono motors

2012-10-29 Thread David Dazer
t engaged > in the gear train too. > > Can you send a picture of one you have? > > Thanks, > > Ron L > > -Original Message- > From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org > [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of David Dazer > Sent: Monday,

Re: [Phono-L] trolling motors from phono motors

2012-10-29 Thread David Dazer
ono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of David Dazer Sent: Monday, October 29, 2012 5:50 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re: [Phono-L] trolling motors from phono motors I pick them up around here for around $20.  The governors are always gone, but the springs and gears come in handy

Re: [Phono-L] trolling motors from phono motors

2012-10-29 Thread David Dazer
I pick them up around here for around $20.  The governors are always gone, but the springs and gears come in handy Dave Dazer From: Ron L'Herault To: Antique Phonograph List ; phonol...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sun, October 28, 2012 9:20:48 PM Subject: [Phono-L]

Re: [Phono-L] A tale of woe...

2012-09-19 Thread David Dazer
How about a shop vac to suck it up?  Empty all the sawdust, etc out first! Dave --- On Wed, 9/19/12, David Barnett wrote: From: David Barnett Subject: [Phono-L] A tale of woe... To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Wednesday, September 19, 2012, 11:03 AM It was like a scene from an old movie. I w

Re: [Phono-L] Old time dealers

2012-09-02 Thread David Dazer
What a difference between Frick and Miller.  Miller sold NOS and original parts while Frick sold such horrible crap.  His peach can horns are a great example of that. Dave --- On Sun, 9/2/12, Steven Medved wrote: From: Steven Medved Subject: [Phono-L] Old time dealers To: phono-l@oldcrank.or

Re: [Phono-L] The Sandblaster

2012-05-06 Thread David Dazer
I enjoyed his description of the "drying room" where the freshly painted parts cure at room temp.  Sounds a lot like my workshop, er, I mean drying room.  Too bad he was so nasty to you.  D From: Steven Medved To: phono-l@oldcrank.org; phonol...@yahoogroups

Re: [Phono-L] For Sale German made NOS Exposition reproducer and Early Holey H, H with holes in the weight

2012-03-27 Thread David Dazer
I appreciate it when people offer things here instead of going right to Ebay. Anyone who buys a reproducer from Steve is going to love it. Dave From: Steven Medved To: phono-l@oldcrank.org; phonol...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Mon, March 26, 2012 12:02:12 PM Subjec

Re: [Phono-L] Cygnet suggestion

2012-03-19 Thread David Dazer
I think the horn you are talking about may have been one similar to those that Tim Fabrizio sold at one time. Check out his website or check with him. Dave From: Bob Maffit To: Antique Phonograph List Sent: Mon, March 19, 2012 6:13:39 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L

Re: [Phono-L] Alba Gramphone on American restoration...

2012-02-25 Thread David Dazer
Did you see how they "restored" the motor?  Nothing was taken apart, the poor thing was just hosed off with a solvent.  Also, did anyone else notice the extra long crank on it?  Dave From: "zonophone2...@aol.com" To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Fri, Februar

Re: [Phono-L] Home Standrd Roller bearing vs Oilite

2011-12-07 Thread David Dazer
I have always felt that a properly sized sleeve bearing was much quieter than the needle type.  Nickel plating the bronze bearing sounds like a good idea! I think they look more original than the brass hanging out the end. Dave --- On Wed, 12/7/11, Steven Medved wrote: From: Steven Medved Sub

Re: [Phono-L] RARE Model Triumph - and reproducers

2011-11-07 Thread David Dazer
Steve, When will you write a book?  I'd buy one. Dave --- On Mon, 11/7/11, Steven Medved wrote: From: Steven Medved Subject: Re: [Phono-L] RARE Model Triumph - and reproducers To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Monday, November 7, 2011, 10:31 AM A Model G triumph with a mahogany case and horn s

Re: [Phono-L] My phonograph room

2011-09-04 Thread David Dazer
e great friendships with all the people that were in on it. John From: David Dazer To: Antique Phonograph List Sent: Sunday, September 4, 2011 4:14 AM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] My phonograph room Very nice, John.  I especially like the replica old time sign.

Re: [Phono-L] My phonograph room

2011-09-04 Thread David Dazer
Very nice, John.  I especially like the replica old time sign. What a great little item. Dave --- On Sun, 9/4/11, john robles wrote: From: john robles Subject: [Phono-L] My phonograph room To: "phonolist" Date: Sunday, September 4, 2011, 3:21 AM Here is a link to pics of my phonograph room a

Re: [Phono-L] Abrasive Blast Cabinet

2011-08-20 Thread David Dazer
The dishwasher works best for Edison Diamond Disc records... Dave --- On Sat, 8/20/11, Steven Medved wrote: From: Steven Medved Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Abrasive Blast Cabinet To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Saturday, August 20, 2011, 11:47 AM The oven had a paint smell for about three weeks and

Re: [Phono-L] Abrasive Blast Cabinet

2011-08-19 Thread David Dazer
Did your wife get upset about stinking up the house with baking Rustoleum?  You have more guts than I do!!! Dave --- On Fri, 8/19/11, Steven Medved wrote: From: Steven Medved Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Abrasive Blast Cabinet To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Friday, August 19, 2011, 5:49 PM Dave, I

Re: [Phono-L] Abrasive Blast Cabinet

2011-08-19 Thread David Dazer
Steve's idea of using JB Weld is a good one, but you may consider spot putty that auto body guys use.  It will be easier to smooth out. Dave --- On Fri, 8/19/11, Steven Medved wrote: From: Steven Medved Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Abrasive Blast Cabinet To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Friday, August

Re: [Phono-L] Speaking of Edison Boxes...

2011-07-10 Thread David Dazer
If it is cardboard, continued licking could cause damage. Dave --- On Sun, 7/10/11, john robles wrote: From: john robles Subject: [Phono-L] Speaking of Edison Boxes... To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Sunday, July 10, 2011, 3:23 PM I licked into an Edison Dealer shelf file box, the type that Ed

Re: [Phono-L] Mandrel bearing removal

2011-07-07 Thread David Dazer
You are lucky to have one of those.  I think they were made by Lee Kirk who passed away last year I think. Dave --- On Wed, 7/6/11, Michael Tucker wrote: From: Michael Tucker Subject: [Phono-L] Mandrel bearing removal To: "Phono-L Post" Date: Wednesday, July 6, 2011, 9:52 PM For years I trie

Re: [Phono-L] VTLA wheel casters

2011-07-05 Thread David Dazer
t this and ignorant as well.  Here is a couple of JPegs of what the housing looks like. - Original Message ----- From: "David Dazer" To: "Antique Phonograph List" Sent: Monday, July 04, 2011 2:15 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] VTLA wheel casters Were they only used on the VTLA?

Re: [Phono-L] VTLA wheel casters

2011-07-04 Thread David Dazer
Were they only used on the VTLA?  I just parted out a VV-XIV and saved those casters and related parts. In fact, they are still attached to the legs. Let me know if that would be of any use to you. Dave --- On Mon, 7/4/11, jkship wrote: From: jkship Subject: [Phono-L] VTLA wheel casters To: ph

Re: [Phono-L] Dearborn trip--Edison's last breath

2011-07-03 Thread David Dazer
The last time I was there they gave me a piece of tin foil that had been recorded. I am sorry that they were so unkind to you. Dave --- On Sun, 7/3/11, clockworkh...@aol.com wrote: From: clockworkh...@aol.com Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Dearborn trip--Edison's last breath To: phono-l@oldcrank.org D

Re: [Phono-L] Dearborn trip

2011-07-03 Thread David Dazer
I think 3.5 days is plenty of time to see it all and not to miss a thing.  In my opinion, the museum has gone very commercial and is not what it used to be.  They still have many great cars on display and some interesting artifacts, but it was really "dumbed down" over the years.  I think one da

Re: [Phono-L] HI ALL

2011-05-03 Thread David Dazer
ork. RonL -Original  Message- From: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org  [mailto:phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of David Dazer Sent:  Tuesday, May 03, 2011 6:43 AM To: Antique Phonograph List Subject: Re:  [Phono-L] HI ALL Was that one of those auction shows?  By the way,  did you know that your ca

Re: [Phono-L] HI ALL

2011-05-03 Thread David Dazer
Was that one of those auction shows?  By the way, did you know that your caps lock is on? Dave --- On Tue, 5/3/11, zonophone2...@aol.com wrote: From: zonophone2...@aol.com Subject: [Phono-L] HI ALL To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2011, 6:28 AM HI I JUST SAW A SHOW WITH SCOTT C

Re: [Phono-L] Wanted: Vic III Columns??

2011-04-23 Thread David Dazer
I am pretty sure that George Vollema stocks repros. Dave --- On Fri, 4/22/11, Hummel Family wrote: From: Hummel Family Subject: [Phono-L] Wanted: Vic III Columns?? To: "'Antique Phonograph List'" Date: Friday, April 22, 2011, 7:12 PM Hi, Anyone have a source for the older 1-piece ribbed corn

Re: [Phono-L] Decorated Gem

2011-04-10 Thread David Dazer
I think Jerry meant tole painting.  I seem to recall he got beat up pretty bad over a typographical error a while back and he took it all very well.  Let's just let this once pass.  Jerry contributes a lot to the group and to the hobby in general and certainly deserves a break now and then. Dav

Re: [Phono-L] shipwrecked phonograph and records

2011-03-28 Thread David Dazer
It looks like it was a front mount machine, something like a Standard Model X.  I see what appears to be two nuts such as were used to fasten the support arm. A picture of the motor would probably be very useful. Dave --- On Mon, 3/28/11, Andrew Baron wrote: From: Andrew Baron Subject: [Phono

Re: [Phono-L] shipwrecked phonograph and records

2011-03-28 Thread David Dazer
Very interesting.  Seems silly to try to "recapture" the old sounds, since the records were mass produced.  Surely if the titles can be identified, similar records could be found.  Or, am I not understanding something? Dave --- On Mon, 3/28/11, Andrew Baron wrote: From: Andrew Baron Subject:

Re: [Phono-L] victrola number 4 a reproducer

2011-02-25 Thread David Dazer
I think the needle bars a kind of fragile and break easily. Dave --- On Fri, 2/25/11, zonophone2...@aol.com wrote: From: zonophone2...@aol.com Subject: [Phono-L] victrola number 4 a reproducer To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Friday, February 25, 2011, 7:17 PM on another note anyone know much

Re: [Phono-L] Horn connector for playing an iPod through a cylinder machine

2011-02-15 Thread David Dazer
Can someone explain what an iPod is?  :) Dave --- On Tue, 2/15/11, D P Ingram wrote: From: D P Ingram Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Horn connector for playing an iPod through a cylinder machine To: "Antique Phonograph List" Date: Tuesday, February 15, 2011, 1:47 AM Interesting idea. If the price

Re: [Phono-L] New Phonogram Bonnie and Clyde

2011-01-21 Thread David Dazer
Back when I was a kid, the Bonnie and Clyde death  car was touring the country with a carnival.  It came to my home town and I was fascinated by it. Dave --- On Fri, 1/21/11, Andrew Baron wrote: From: Andrew Baron Subject: Re: [Phono-L] New Phonogram To: "Antique Phonograph List" Date: Friday

Re: [Phono-L] Puck Machines

2011-01-18 Thread David Dazer
Nuremburg would be a good bet since it was the center of the German toy industry. This would be interesting to research. Dave --- On Mon, 1/17/11, Vinyl Visions wrote: From: Vinyl Visions Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Puck Machines To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Monday, January 17, 2011, 9:40 PM

Re: [Phono-L] Needle Tin Collectors - Watch Out For This Seller

2010-12-13 Thread David Dazer
I am sorry that you had a bad experience. Google or any other on line translator is better than nothing, but the translations are sometimes pretty odd themselves. Dave --- On Sun, 12/12/10, Vinyl Visions wrote: From: Vinyl Visions Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Needle Tin Collectors - Watch Out For T

Re: [Phono-L] Needle Tin Collectors - Watch Out For This Seller

2010-12-12 Thread David Dazer
Well, he's is quite clear about it this time.  The ad in German explains how the tins are partially filled and covered with paper stickers.  Perhaps his other ad was clear in German and you did not understand? Dave --- On Sat, 12/11/10, Vinyl Visions wrote: From: Vinyl Visions Subject: [Phono

Re: [Phono-L] Frankenreproducer alert

2010-12-04 Thread David Dazer
Does anyone care to share the person's real name?  I'd like to avoid him if he goes to any of the phono shows. Dave --- On Fri, 12/3/10, john robles wrote: From: john robles Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Frankenreproducer alert To: "Antique Phonograph List" Date: Friday, December 3, 2010, 9:41 PM

Re: [Phono-L] Columbia A Cylinder machine spring

2010-11-29 Thread David Dazer
I think I heard years ago that all Columbia springs are the same size.  I used one from a Grafonola in my AU and it worked just fine. Dave --- On Mon, 11/29/10, Ron L'Herault wrote: From: Ron L'Herault Subject: [Phono-L] Columbia A Cylinder machine spring To: phonol...@yahoogroups.com, "'Anti

Re: [Phono-L] Grafonola reproducer

2010-11-18 Thread David Dazer
Make a spanner wrench out of a length of wood and two pins placed at the right spacing.  A couple of small nails should do it. Dave --- On Wed, 11/17/10, harvey kravitz wrote: From: harvey kravitz Subject: [Phono-L] Grafonola reproducer To: "Antique Phonograph List" Date: Wednesday, November

Re: [Phono-L] Cygnet Horn "Ball Holder"

2010-11-10 Thread David Dazer
Don Gfell may be able to help.  He needs them for his wooden horns.  I think that Mirek Stehlik in Kitchener, Ontario used to make them, too. Dave --- On Wed, 11/10/10, Vinyl Visions wrote: From: Vinyl Visions Subject: [Phono-L] Cygnet Horn "Ball Holder" To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Wednesd

Re: [Phono-L] Vandalism

2010-11-09 Thread David Dazer
tique Phonograph List" > Date: Monday, November 8, 2010, 11:35 AM > > > Neal Maken used to sell what he called a reproducer locking screw to prevent > theft. Same thing, I imagine. Good idea! > John Robles > Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry > > -Origin

Re: [Phono-L] Vandalism

2010-11-08 Thread David Dazer
November 8, 2010, 11:35 AM Neal Maken used to sell what he called a reproducer locking screw to prevent theft. Same thing, I imagine. Good idea! John Robles Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message----- From: David Dazer Sender: phono-l-boun...@oldcrank.org Date: Mon, 8 N

Re: [Phono-L] Vandalism

2010-11-08 Thread David Dazer
For the Edison Standard on display at our local museum, I used a very short 5-40 allen head set screw.  This was placed in the carriage and tightened down before the real reproducer set screw was put on. It is not likely a thief would have an allen wrench of that size unless he reads this and co

Re: [Phono-L] What Did You Think Of CAPS?

2010-08-18 Thread David Dazer
--- On Wed, 8/18/10, Mike Stitt wrote: From: Mike Stitt Subject: Re: [Phono-L] What Did You Think Of CAPS? To: "Antique Phonograph List" Date: Wednesday, August 18, 2010, 1:21 AM Bruce,  I am a member of the NAWCC and I noted that the public will be admitted to the Dearborn, MI Regional thi

Re: [Phono-L] Decal success!!

2010-08-05 Thread David Dazer
Congratulations!  I think it looks pretty good! Dave --- On Thu, 8/5/10, john robles wrote: From: john robles Subject: [Phono-L] Decal success!! To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Thursday, August 5, 2010, 12:48 AM Ok, I tried again with the new set tonight, and based on my horrible experience

Re: [Phono-L] Where to get Stylus?

2010-04-11 Thread David Dazer
George Vollema has those lift tabs. Dave --- On Sun, 4/11/10, filerph...@bellsouth.net wrote: From: filerph...@bellsouth.net Subject: [Phono-L] Where to get Stylus? To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Sunday, April 11, 2010, 10:36 AM Where do you all think is the best place to purchase stylii for

Re: [Phono-L] Vehicle?

2010-03-07 Thread David Dazer
Have you looked at any American made cars? Dave edu> wrote: From: Ron L'Herault Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Vehicle? To: "'Antique Phonograph List'" Date: Sunday, March 7, 2010, 3:20 PM Dang, I was hoping the Honda Fit would be big enough for a common upright Victrola.   It fills all my other cr

Re: [Phono-L] Amberola 75 help needed.

2010-03-01 Thread David Dazer
It uses the same type of ratchet.  Contact George Vollema and he'll hook you right up. Dave --- On Mon, 3/1/10, tubado...@aol.com wrote: From: tubado...@aol.com Subject: [Phono-L] Amberola 75 help needed. To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Monday, March 1, 2010, 5:48 PM I am trying to get a tir

Re: [Phono-L] Oak Puritan and other stuff

2010-02-24 Thread David Dazer
I think it is a type of wood. Mahogany. Dave --- On Wed, 2/24/10, Ron L'Herault wrote: From: Ron L'Herault Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Oak Puritan and other stuff To: "'Antique Phonograph List'" Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010, 9:12 AM Who or what is Magh? Ron L -Original Message- F

Re: [Phono-L] Orlando show

2010-01-27 Thread David Dazer
What  a wonderful description of the show.  I wish I could have been there. Dave --- On Wed, 1/27/10, Steven Medved wrote: From: Steven Medved Subject: [Phono-L] Orlando show To: "Phono-l" Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2010, 4:06 PM The most wonderful part of the show was seeing Harry Ruer

Re: [Phono-L] Victor Victrola Parts Needed

2009-11-19 Thread David Dazer
Harvey, I think your dog tag idea is quite resourceful, but I was able to buy the ball bearings from Applied Technologies, formerly Detroit Ball Bearing.  Perhaps you have a similar outfit near you. Dave --- On Thu, 11/19/09, harvey kravitz wrote: From: harvey kravitz Subject: Re: [Phono-L]

Re: [Phono-L] Grafonola louver help needed

2009-09-11 Thread David Dazer
Did you check with George Vollema?  Has a two warehouses full of stuff.  He keeps every scrap of veneer and bits and pieces of cabinets. He is a super guy to work with, too. Dave --- On Fri, 9/11/09, est...@localnet.com wrote: From: est...@localnet.com Subject: [Phono-L] Grafonola louver h

[Phono-L] Victor D ID Plate

2008-11-21 Thread David Dazer
I have a Victor D (the fancy case style) and oddly enough, it has that same crank.? I always assumed it was incorrect.? It's probably just a weird coincidence. Dave --- On Fri, 11/21/08, Bob wrote: From: Bob Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Victor D ID Plate To: "Antique Phonograph List" Date: Friday,

[Phono-L] should I get Pay Pal?

2008-09-23 Thread David Dazer
I never got a Pay Pal account because most ebay sellers would take a check or money order.? Over the years, I have heard of many problems with Pay Pal.? Have those issues been resolved?? Those of you who use Pay Pal, do you like it? Any advice in this matter is appreciated.? I do sell some non-ph

[Phono-L] Price for a Columbia AB McDonald

2008-07-14 Thread David Dazer
Jean-Paul Agnard in Canada has them. Dave BruceY wrote: Thanks for the information. Any idea what phono supply cos. are selling the repro. large Mandrels?? Bruce - Original Message - From: To: "Antique Phonograph List" Sent: Monday, July 14, 2008 12:23 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L]

[Phono-L] Edison Standard B question

2008-02-13 Thread David Dazer
It also looks like it has been refinished. Dave Glenn Longwell wrote: Hi - someone had sent me some pictures of an Edison Standard they are looking to potentially sell. I have posted one of the pictures on my website at: http://www.majesticrecord.com/standard.htm It's a Model B but has th

[Phono-L] Edison Standard B question

2008-02-13 Thread David Dazer
The horn color looks like a repro to me. The odd thing is, it looks like it has the correct "bead" on the outside where the bell joins the neck. It is hard to tell from the angle shown, but my vote is that it is repro. The carriage makes no sense except maybe this machine lost the original on

[Phono-L] Clock Parts

2007-07-25 Thread David Dazer
I think this may have come from the Emperor or Empire clock company. In any case, it probably uses a German made movement and the advice from others to contact Timesavers.com is good advice. I buy clock parts from them all the time and find them to be excellent to do business with. Good luck

[Phono-L] Grill for Amberola 75

2007-06-04 Thread David Dazer
Tom Rutkowski has a website now. Check out grampstreasures.com for pictures and prices of everything he makes. Dave michael funk wrote: Hi, I need a mahogany grill for an Amberola 75. Does anyone have on for sale or know who makes reproductions? Thanks in advance for your help, Suellen

[Phono-L] Grill for Amberola 75

2007-06-04 Thread David Dazer
Contact Tom Rutkowski for a fine quality repro at a fair price. He is a pattern maker by trade and makes these in his own shop. Tom's email is: gril...@greatlakes.net Dave michael funk wrote: Hi, I need a mahogany grill for an Amberola 75. Does anyone have on for sale or know who makes r

[Phono-L] ***SPAM*** shipping antiques=business opportunity

2007-02-15 Thread David Dazer
It seems to me, the market could stand a company that will ship antiques and provide proper packaging. Part of it would be gentle handling and not expect it should drop off of a conveyor belt 6 feet to the floor or stand a 100 pound package dropping on it. I sold a $600 clock on Ebay last year

[Phono-L] removing turn table & cleaning lead screw & half nut

2007-01-24 Thread David Dazer
General Motors Heat Riser spray is an effective and fast penetrating oil. Dave wrote: I have a Victor VV IV table top that the turn table does not want to come off. Any suggestions? Also what is a good method of cleaning the lead screw and half nut on an Edison cylinder machine? Thanks in

[Phono-L] Near Miss

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Jerry, Several months ago I sent Big Al a drawing of the the little wing nut for the AB so he could have Dwayne Wyatt make him one. Do you know if he ever completed that project? Dave DeeDee Blais wrote: I read George Paul's story on the Amberola 1 and it brought tears to my eyes. I had

[Phono-L] AB McDonald

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Great story! Thanks for sharing it. I almost never stop anywhere on the way to Union because I figure somebody has already been there before me and picked up anything worth while. Your story makes me reconsider this strategy. Dave DeeDee Blais wrote: Here's the gospel truth on the AB McDon

[Phono-L] Phonomobile for sale

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
I'd like to hear the story of the $75 Columbia AB. Dave DeeDee Blais wrote: It's a stretch but here goes...1997 Ford PU for sale. It's has an extended cab, long box, matching canopy, air, electric windows, door locks, keyless remote, am/fm cassette, 3/4 ton, 2WD, V8, low (61,000) miles and in

[Phono-L] Maroon/Black Gem & Amberola V

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Is the black paint that shows through flat like a primer or does it have a shine, like the Gem paint? Dave Jim Nichol wrote: Is there any chance that Edison just decided to use black primer under the maroon paint? Jim On Nov 29, 2006, at 9:14 AM, DeeDee Blais wrote: > I checked, and as G

[Phono-L] Video of phono collections - was called "The Great Collections"

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
There were about 5 or 6 of these tapes at the Seiter Auction this past weekend. They were in a big plastic tub with other books and the whole tub sold for around $400. Dave srsel...@aol.com wrote: In a message dated 11/10/2006 2:30:08 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, appywan...@hotmail.com wri

[Phono-L] Decals

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
I think Gregg Cline makes those. I don't have current email address for him. I have two similar ones in my address book, so maybe someone else can supply it. I think I just read that he is out west right now. His decals are wonderful. Dave Larsons wrote: Sorry I did'nt clarify that I need

[Phono-L] this looks like a new type of fake to me?

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Hey, now I know what to do with those tins of popcorn that always turn up at Christmas... Dave Robert Plavzic wrote: Hello Anyone have any views if this is a real childrens phonograph. Looks like a fake to me? http://cgi.ebay.de/Kinder-grammophon-mit-20-cm-teller_W0QQitemZ120034376701QQihZ

[Phono-L] Brunswick parts available

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
I am parting out a Brunswick Panatrope model 8-12 that someone cut the legs off. If you need any parts for one of these for your own project, please let me know. The grill is in great shape. I have doors, a lid, hinges, tone arm, needle holders, horn etc. I plan to keep the motor, but if yo

[Phono-L] Need your help

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
I can help you out. Please email me off list with your address. Dave Dazer bigal1...@aol.com wrote: My quest for the missing parts for my AB MacDonald is coming along slowly, I have located a reproducer, and have a slip on concert mandrel on order, but the last item I need is the key shaped

[Phono-L] Grandparent Status

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Hi Loren, Congratulations! Don't feel bad. I know a woman who became a grandmother at the age of 30. Dave Loran Hughes wrote: Genetta & I achieved grandparent status today. Alan Hughes arrived at 12:02 p.m. PDT, weighing in at 6 lbs 9 oz. New parents and baby are all doing well. I'm

[Phono-L] Union -- is it worth going on Friday?

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
I like going on Friday just because there are fewer people to contend with. A good friend refuses to to go on Friday for two reasons. One, he hates to give the Donley's the money (his sentiment, not mine) and two, he figures he always has no trouble spending whatever money he brings with him o

[Phono-L] Trademarks and Ad Campaigns

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Your point is interesting. In my experience, it is younger people who tend to be more interested in new technology. Older folks often believe that since they never needed it in the past, they don't need it now. Do you think things were different a hundred years ago? Perhaps Edison saw his ta

[Phono-L] Inquiry on Lavtor Phonograph

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Sounds like it was made for use in wash rooms! Dave bruce78rpm wrote: Does anyone know anything about this odd named phonograph? If so, please send it to the list and I will forward your information to this lady. Thanks Bruce Hello, I was wondering if you knew anything about an old phonogr

[Phono-L] Concert cylinders

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Can anyone explain in simple terms what the advantage of the large concert size cylinders was? Next time I set up at the Edison Depot Museum I want to take my Columbia AB and I am sure someone is bound to ask for an explanation the the large size. Dave Dazer

[Phono-L] Idelia SOLD(Al's birthday)

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
on top of Edison's, without even a marker to show it. I did find a marker in a nearby park that said Edison's site was in the neighborhood. It wasn't until I bought a book at the Port Huron museum that I was able to narrow in on the correct spot, within a house or two. Jim On Feb

[Phono-L] restoration website, must see

2006-12-24 Thread David Dazer
Go to www.xrestore.com and check out what this guy can teach you how to do. The section on veneer repair will be of interest to many. Although this is intended for clock restorers, many of the techniques will apply to other items as well. I was so impressed, I bought the CD-ROM from the guy

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