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

  • From: "Peter oliver" <oliver_peter1@xxxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Mon, 06 Jun 2005 19:15:51 +0000

For the filter Cap We usually just bridge the sections with moden 450V caps 
10uf or so in most cases unless there is a real reason to run down a vintage 
or look alike. Just tack them in underneath. Noisy Contols Best usually use 
WD-40 Cleans them and lubricates too (Don't use on the Air tunning Cap and 
keep away from the dial cord) . The tubes and more site is run by antique 
tube they have a Wholsale division CEdistubuting. (only new items are 
Wholesale)

Peter Oliver
Tucson Radio TV

From: "tvservice" <tvservice@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Reply-To: techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
To: <techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: [TechAssist] Re: OLD GE radio, Model L-915W
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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