Monthly Archives: February 2011

Journal 5 “Minnie”

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Frank

Patrice told me today she was having trouble understanding which radio I was working on, since there is 2 projects going on at the same time. One is the SX 28A & the other is SX 28. I think after … Continue reading →

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Journal 4

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Frank

Today, I found something unexpected, and I was unable to resist. This past week,an early SX28 s/n 177313 (which dates it 1943) was found (covered) in an attic in Steilacoom, Wa. We had to drive to Tacoma (30 miles) to … Continue reading →

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Journal 3

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Frank

Approaching the half way mark of the capacitor replacement. Unfortunately, the 2nd half is going to be the harder. 5 more to replace, then, the “rf” deck has to be removed for access to the remainder. Hoping I am up … Continue reading →

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Journal 2

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Frank

Well, I am a bit less intimidated by this project as each step proceeds. “Stuffing” new caps into old “cans” sounds like hard work, but really it is just time consuming. For aesthetic value, it is worth it. Most important … Continue reading →

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Hallicrafters SX28A, Journal 1

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Frank

It was suggested to me that I keep a diary with pictures of a project that I began in Mid January 2011. Mostly for my own satisfaction and documentation of the proceedings. If anyone can use the info here, PLEASE DO, … Continue reading →

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