04-08-2018, 07:03 PM
Hi David.
Be aware that vintage gear shouldn't be subject of full HT after years of slumber. Seeing the corrosion on the chassis I'd surmise that waxed capacitors will be leaky, electrolytic caps too won't like a sudden feed of 200v. Sorry if you are aware of the pitfalls already, be careful of the CRT, it still may have a full vacuum and these tubes have no implosion protection. At the end of the day its your choice for its fate but bear in mind that some here would be interested in the remains.
Although the set "could" have been a kit, many home construction builders used plans that were common place at the time and started from scratch. I've seen a few and the workmanship can be far in excess of what you may think. My own father made a number of sets and by all accounts his work was very good.
Be aware that vintage gear shouldn't be subject of full HT after years of slumber. Seeing the corrosion on the chassis I'd surmise that waxed capacitors will be leaky, electrolytic caps too won't like a sudden feed of 200v. Sorry if you are aware of the pitfalls already, be careful of the CRT, it still may have a full vacuum and these tubes have no implosion protection. At the end of the day its your choice for its fate but bear in mind that some here would be interested in the remains.
Although the set "could" have been a kit, many home construction builders used plans that were common place at the time and started from scratch. I've seen a few and the workmanship can be far in excess of what you may think. My own father made a number of sets and by all accounts his work was very good.
