restorations

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what up people... excuse the offensive username. Fatdog is supposed to change it for me soon to something more friendly.

anyway, i got into the game about 2 years ago. i have started a small collection and i usually pass on buying any boxes that aren't in decent shape because it's difficult for me to acquire replacement parts and what not. i consider myself to be somewhat mechanically inclined so i might be able to open up the box and take a look inside and figure stuff out. even so, i tried a couple times, but still had no luck. but the ones that are in good shape or have been restored are much more expensive.

if i come across a dope piece that isn't that great cosmetically or mechanically, are there people locally in the los angeles area that can help me service and/or restore the box?

 

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i guess fatdog changed it in the middle of me writing the post. good lookin out fatdog.

 

[oldskool69]

what up people... excuse the offensive username. Fatdog is supposed to change it for me soon to something more friendly.

anyway, i got into the game about 2 years ago. i have started a small collection and i usually pass on buying any boxes that aren't in decent shape because it's difficult for me to acquire replacement parts and what not. i consider myself to be somewhat mechanically inclined so i might be able to open up the box and take a look inside and figure stuff out. even so, i tried a couple times, but still had no luck. but the ones that are in good shape or have been restored are much more expensive.

if i come across a dope piece that isn't that great cosmetically or mechanically, are there people locally in the los angeles area that can help me service and/or restore the box?

There are a number of guys on the west coast who can be considered geniuses on repair and resto work.

 

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if i wanted to do my own restoration, i'm sure i need cleaning solutions and what not. deoxit? i saw on lasonic's post, he cleaned up an emerson 3 piece he found at a thrift shop. one of the pics was of the front panel with some soapy solution all over it. what is that?

do people just take a qtip and start going to town on dirty boxes? or is there a more efficient method?

 

[superlew]

if i wanted to do my own restoration, i'm sure i need cleaning solutions and what not. deoxit? i saw on lasonic's post, he cleaned up an emerson 3 piece he found at a thrift shop. one of the pics was of the front panel with some soapy solution all over it. what is that?

do people just take a qtip and start going to town on dirty boxes? or is there a more efficient method?

Looks like the "Soapy Bath Method." If you can break the box down to it's front and back panels, give them a bath in some soapy warm water in the tub or sink. I like to use a sponge and a toothbrush to get all the nooks and crannies. For really stubborn stains and nicotine, Fantastic does a great job and does not hurt the screen printing.
Another tip is to clean up any adhesive residue before the bath. Oil soaps like Murphy's and Lestoil will remove the residue. Apply it straight with a paper towel or rag and work in small circles with very light pressure to avoid swirl marks. It may take a few applications, but with patience, it will come clean.
Just a couple of tips. Other members will have other methods and suggestions. There are several threads throughout the forum about cleaning, repair and restoration which are helpful.
Edit: Never place a fully assembled box in the dishwasher.

 

[BoomboxLover48]

Looks like the "Soapy Bath Method." If you can break the box down to it's front and back panels, give them a bath in some soapy warm water in the tub or sink. I like to use a sponge and a toothbrush to get all the nooks and crannies. For really stubborn stains and nicotine, Fantastic does a great job and does not hurt the screen printing.
Another tip is to clean up any adhesive residue before the bath. Oil soaps like Murphy's and Lestoil will remove the residue. Apply it straight with a paper towel or rag and work in small circles with very light pressure to avoid swirl marks. It may take a few applications, but with patience, it will come clean.
Just a couple of tips. Other members will have other methods and suggestions. There are several threads throughout the forum about cleaning, repair and restoration which are helpful.
Edit: Never place a fully assembled box in the dishwasher.

Please take extra care not to get water on the speaker cone paper. Be genltle when you clean dust on the speaker cones. Use a very soft nylon frilled tip bristle paint brust. Most cone papers have no potective coating on it. Once it gets wet it will deform and go bad.

Also dust covers are very fragile, a very slight pressure will push it in competely out of shape.

 

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Looks like the "Soapy Bath Method." If you can break the box down to it's front and back panels, give them a bath in some soapy warm water in the tub or sink. I like to use a sponge and a toothbrush to get all the nooks and crannies. For really stubborn stains and nicotine, Fantastic does a great job and does not hurt the screen printing.
Another tip is to clean up any adhesive residue before the bath. Oil soaps like Murphy's and Lestoil will remove the residue. Apply it straight with a paper towel or rag and work in small circles with very light pressure to avoid swirl marks. It may take a few applications, but with patience, it will come clean.
Just a couple of tips. Other members will have other methods and suggestions. There are several threads throughout the forum about cleaning, repair and restoration which are helpful.
Edit: Never place a fully assembled box in the dishwasher.

Please take extra care not to get water on the speaker cone paper. Be genltle when you clean dust on the speaker cones. Use a very soft nylon frilled tip bristle paint brust. Most cone papers have no potective coating on it. Once it gets wet it will deform and go bad.

Also dust covers are very fragile, a very slight pressure will push it in competely out of shape.

thanks for the tips

 

[Lasonic TRC-920]

Hi E.C.

Yeah, I was just washing the front case with dawn dishwashing soap and warm water, not hot water. Obviously, keep all the electronics out of the sink!

If you find a repair shop in LA please let me know. I am looking for a good shop to work out some technical stuff I can't do.

You're right though, good working radio's come at a premium price. Sometimes it's best to just cough up the money.

 

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Hi E.C.

Yeah, I was just washing the front case with dawn dishwashing soap and warm water, not hot water. Obviously, keep all the electronics out of the sink!

If you find a repair shop in LA please let me know. I am looking for a good shop to work out some technical stuff I can't do.

You're right though, good working radio's come at a premium price. Sometimes it's best to just cough up the money.

thanks lasonic

 

[upbnsfrrfan]

Try this one: http://rewindaudio.com/

They're located in the heart of LA I know they do repairs before but I'm not sure now. Get in contact with them

Larry

 

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yeah i've seen that on line before. thanks i'll give em call.