[TechAssist] Re: OLD GE radio, Model L-915W

  • From: "tvservice" <tvservice@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: <techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • Date: Mon, 6 Jun 2005 08:44:13 -0500

Ken,
you should be able to find all you need to restore this from Antique Radio
Supply in Arizona
www.tubesandmore.com

Robert
tvservice@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
H & H Electronics Inc

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Sent: Monday, June 06, 2005 8:17 AM
Subject: [TechAssist] OLD GE radio, Model L-915W


> Friends,
>
> My mother-in-law had this old radio, at least 50 years old.  It stands
> about 40" high.  I always admired that radio.  I fixed it about 10 years
> ago, and asked that she run in for at least once a week for an hour or
> so.  Should have saved my breath!
>
> Mom died recently, so the radio is mine.  It is a real treasure.  I want
> to do some restoration, but want to keep things as original as possible.
> The pushbutton switches and all controls are noisy, but I'm sure they can
> be cleaned up.
>
> The main electrolytic needs replaced.  It's a three-section can, 15@400,
> 15@400, and 10@300.  Does someone have one still in good shape?  Also, I
> would appreciate a service manual and (really stretching now) and owner's
> manual for it.
>
> I gave away my tube tester and all my tubes 15 years ago.  I know I can
> still get them if necessary.  The power cord is starting to crack, so I
> will replace it when I find one that is close in appearance.  I have no
> plans of selling this, but am curious as to what something like this
> would sell for.  To me it is a priceless heirloom.  I want to restore it
> to original condition, but don't want to do anything to detract from its
> value.  The cabinet is beautiful, but some a bit rough from age and the
> gas heat vent that was nearby.  I understand that any refinishing is a
> no-no.
>
> Any hints are welcomed.
>
> Regards,
>
>
> Ken Smith
> Gulf Technical Services
> 3034 Gulf Breeze Parkway
> Gulf Breeze, FL  32563
> 850-934-8324 (Voice) 850-932-0819 (Fax)
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