$1 Basket Case Radio Restore - Fleetwood 1061 AKA Philips 165

I bought this radio for parts and it was not much better than that but with a bit of care I thought I could bring it back to life. See how my project turns out.
Cardboard Back Repair Method:
I liberally coated the back with PVA glue thinned with water so it would be absorbed by the cardboard. It was sandwiched overnight in a press between two sheets of cling film, the glue won't stick to the cling film.
Cardboard repair Mixture:
The mixture is just Papier Mâché but mixed with PVA glue instead of water. I used toilet tissue soaked in water for 30 seconds wrung out and chopped up in a mini chopper. Add some flour and a little oil and form mix into a putty with the PVA glue. If the backboard is coloured brown or black I add acrylic paint to match the existing colour. It dries as hard as a rock. There are recipes online for Papier Mâché, just change them to use PVA instead of water and chop the paper up, not into strips. You do not need to cook the mixture.
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[@judges69]

The master of restoration, no one else goes to your level. 😀

[@allthegearnoidea6752]

Joking, but that radio was factory fresh. If you like junk you may like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYDPqZiqpdWIiM0

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks judges69, that's a nice comment 🙂

[@Art7220]

I was hoping to hear the FM and see if they have Mumble Rap stations over there like Shango066 plays on his videos. I like some of the rap songs. You do TVs too?

[@DavidTipton101]

@@Art7220 haha... no, this radio is too early for FM. Shango sure likes his mumble rap 😂

[@SIXSTRING63]

David Tipton shango cracks me up. There are some great radio restoration channels on here. Love your channel, Shango, The Radio Shop, Mr. Carlson’s Lab, Oldgoat, Radio Rescue............I mainly rebuild guitar and audio amps but have done 6 or 7 radios in the past year with great success. One was a 1940 RCA K80 chassis console. That was a major endeavor, all new wiring, tubes, caps and 95% of the resistors all had to go. Turned out great but a lot of hours in that one. Stick to the AA5’s most of the time that I can get for next to nothing.

[@erin19030]

I like your lathe! In high school I was an Industrial Arts major, with 4 years of metal shop, wood shop, and Mechanical Drafting. After high school, while as an working as an apprentice in a machine shop at Barker and Williamson, a Radio Manufacturer, I met older gent who got me interested in Radio. The company offered to pay my way through electronics school. They subsidized my tuition , I paid for books and transportation. Upon graduation the company put me in the Radio Labs. A few years later In 1965 Uncle Sam had other plans for me during Nam. He decided I an aptitude for electronics and trained me for Field Radio Repair. While I spent my working life in the electronics field , I still utilized my machinist background. Once I was hired as a electronics tech for RCA mainly because I also knew how to operate a lathe, shaper, milling machine and drill press. They put me in R and D lab building prototype chassis. I do admire your mechanical skills. You really went the extra mile on this radio. Your skills, and tenacity are an inspiration. Thank you Mr. Wizard!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Cosimo, the lathe is brilliant, I put off getting one for ages but my wife insisted I get one if it "made me shut up!" I was in no position to argue 😄 I gained my experience with machines at school and during my apprenticeship then a lifetime of dabbling with them at home, It's a good skill to have as you describe. I was due to be called up in 1972 but conscription was abolished a month before I was due so never went to Nam. I would love to be in R&D, such an interesting field. Thanks for your comment Cosimo, P.S. I've added 'Cosimo' to my spell checker 😃

[@emmanuelvakakis1374]

The definition of a good person. One who cares and brings something back to life and former glory than to throw away.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Emmanuel, there are so many good people in this world, cheers 🙂

[@MatthewHolevinski]

What in the actual unholy dark magic sorcery is this! That was magical!!! I'm blown away.

[@DavidTipton101]

Oh dear Matthew, I hope you are OK 😄

[@MatthewHolevinski]

@@DavidTipton101 I am ferociously jealous of your skills and talent, that was amazing.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Matthew 👍😄

[@aa1ww]

What beautiful workmanship! You make a lot of moves look easy. It's so immensely satisfying to hear and see these old radios come to life again. Thank you.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Jeff 👍🙂

[@TheGuitologist]

That was inspiring, David. Top shelf work.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks The Guitologist 😊

[@niftyfiftycampingadventure795]

work of Art David . No more ,no less.. I thought I could bring old stuff back to life.. You are leagues ahead . Well done Fella.. You will have the History channel knocking on the door soon !! Kudos mate .. Enjoy !!

[@daleburrell6273]

...and it was PRETTY GOOD- too(!)

[@videokilledaradiosta]

Radio has a very special place in my heart, and to see such a great Restoration job on what may have become landfill fodder is the Best!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you SynesthesiaSins 😀

[@stevestruthers6180]

Beautifully restored. You've brought out the original character of the radio.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Steven 🙂

[@chriscraftguy]

I was mesmerized by your work. Such detail. Not only did you bring this scrap back to life electronically, but then you turned around and showed equal skill in the restoration of the case. You are quite the master. Congratulations on the finished product.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Robert. appreciate your comment 🙂

[@elkabong6429]

Bravo! Truly a labor of love! Great job on both the radio restoration and the video presentation of it as well. Thanks!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you very much El Kabong 🙂

[@fransmaessen4990]

David, Your tubes are awesome. I love repairing old VT radios and I am learning every day. Especially from your work.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you frans maessen, you are very kind 🙂

[@genestatler2514]

Wow!! David, you are certainly a master at radio and cabinetry repair and finish!!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Gene 🙂

[@dietermuller3486]

Schöne, saubere Arbeit.

[@tegwyn7]

Very impressed with your skills to bring this radio back to life, a great end result

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks tegwyn7 🙂

[@Greymalkin-]

What a stunning restoration! I watched this with my dad, who was a television, audio, and radio engineer in the UK, and he was so pleased to see you employ such high standards and care. In a throwaway era of mostly tat, it's wonderful to see something being resurrected so skillfully.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks greymalkin, I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@user-nd3lx1zg9t]

Your mastery of the valve (vacuum tubes to us Yanks) is magnificent. You've made this old radio guy very happy.

[@DavidTipton101]

That's great to hear Tim, now I'm very happy 😃

[@joselynrozario]

Loved everything about the video , the skill , the patience and the amazing result. Thanks for sharing !

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Joselyn 😊

[@bfrieske]

What a beautiful restoration! Well done mate!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Bruce, thank you 😃

[@dougmcartin3881]

Another one saved from the landfill. Good for another 75 years. Beautiful job as always David, I really admire your skill and attention to detail. Well done. ATB Doug.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you very much Doug, glad you liked it ATB to you too 😃

[@mo..238]

I love the sound of the old speakers in the old radios. Makes everything sound vintage

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Mo .?., I think so too 🙂

[@suhayl5157]

Hats off to you sir; Never imagined it could come out like this; and the electronics part was pure genius.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Suhayl 🙂

[@radionutio81ij79]

David what a beautiful restoration most enjoyable watching you working the magic.👍

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi pete, thank you 🙂

[@deankq4adj125]

Amazing Restoration-Love watching what you do with old radios!!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Dean 😀

[@fs8882]

in 1965 my grand pa had the same brand of this set. and it was light blue with whute nikle handle.. you 've taken me to that..thank you...thank you...thank you we're so greatful for your efforts to do so with vintage sets.. BEST WISHES..

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you FS, I'm glad you you could relive memories of your Grandpa 🙂

[@stuartmatthews8187]

in a world where everything gets thrown away as soon as it is used up, those who can restore items of yesteryear are the key. wonderful.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Stuart 😃

[@chaddotson8060]

I must say that bondo job was damn fine work! Shout out to you from Dallas, Texas!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Chad in Dallas 👋 Thank you for your comment 😃

[@ottodydaktyk]

Once again, IMPRESSIVE! Your restoration skills are top notch. That case looked irreparable. Kudos!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi David, it was a little worse for wear 😄

[@superhet7281]

Your cabinet repairs and the cosmetic restoration work is breathtaking!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Super Het 😃

[@ianbutler1983]

Thanks David. I really like the picture in picture, it really helped me understand the process of alignment.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks for the feedback Ian, great 👍🙂

[@whoam42a1]

Wow, that was very impressive.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you whoam42a1 😃

[@Kanamit.]

David, your videos are actually tools for the future. Anybody who wishes to repair or restore could plug in one of your videos. No different than needing a pair of plyers or a screwdriver. The value of your videos will never diminish. Amazing work.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi J. D. that's a good way of putting it, hopefully they can help someone 👍🙂

[@danielsaturnino5715]

You take pride in your work and it shows. Looks new. Thanks for sharing.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Daniel, thank you 😃

[@uxwbill]

That is extremely impressive work!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks uxwbill 😃

[@mirshodismatullayev2608]

Thank you David for saving memories!!!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you mirshod, It's worth the effort 😉

[@DavidTipton101]

Yes I live south of Brisbane

[@GeekMustHave]

The first 29 minutes show you are an excellent technician and the last 11 minutes show how you are an excellent craftsman. Never thought it would ever come back to life. Keep broadcasting!!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi GeekMustHave , thank you 🙂

[@TWOCOWS1]

You put like $5000 worth of work into that piece of nothing. But your time and effort restored it and made it come alive and rewarding for you. So, fantastic. Enjoy life and what makes it meaningful to you.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hello clarence, you are probably right, I'd hate to be paying me by the hour 🙄 It's worth the effort though 👍🙂

[@Jerbod2]

Damn that was far gone. Looks stunning now.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Manny 🙂

[@rohnkd4hct260]

Loved to see old units like that saved.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Rohn, agreed 👍🙂

[@chukzombi]

That was an impressive amount of work you put into restoring that radio. Its beautiful.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi chukzombi, it si a lot of work but I enjoy it for some reason 🙄🙂

[@joefaz1818]

Just fantastic! What a wonderful craftsman you are. I love watching your restorations. Thank you!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Joe 😀

[@private828]

Amazing!!! That was impressive work!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks private828 😊

[@kjamison5951]

First class job, David. A great resto!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks MatchstalkMan 😃

[@BigJack1]

Always impressed with your variety of skills. The repaired corner is most impressive. Like the way you hid the new caps in the old cases. Thanks for sharing in detail these restorations.

[@DavidTipton101]

It's my pleasure Big Jack, thank you 🙂

[@andytipping70]

If only i was half as good at case reairs as you are! - deepest of respect for peopl that can do this level of repairs.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Andy, I still have a way to go with the cabinets but I am learning. Thanks Andy 👍🙂

[@coolhand67]

Wow, they were talking about renewable energy even in the 50’s! 10:10

[@DavidTipton101]

It was probably just a paddock with a good old Aussie windmill in it 😄🙂

[@ytwos1]

Imagine If they did! In fact, we almost reached binding agreement in 1989. Wish it would have happened.

[@georgeallen556]

i cannot expand on what been already said so just a "Very well done 10/10"

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi George, thank you so much 😌

[@bsimpson6204]

That's just amazing, your attention to detail and finish is unbelvable, well done.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Bart 👍🙂

[@Plons0Nard]

A separate comment for the casing: what a great job you did on that missing piece of the housing. My goodness, so professional 👍👍👍 And much of elbow grease 😄

[@DavidTipton101]

The radio looks really nice Nard, good thing I didn't break it down for parts 👍🙂

[@Marceloalvesgodinho]

Beautiful work. I thought I was going to be 40 minutes without hearing a real station, just noise? Everything was perfect.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Marcelo, thank you 😃

[@joohop]

Damn Bro You've Got Some Patience There Well Done Fella

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks joohop, patience or OCD? 🤔😃

[@joohop]

Your Knowledge Is Top Notch Buddy Keep Em Comin

[@PeterDyall-bn7ut]

Stunning, and well done for choosing to save this beautiful radio. Love your videos.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Peter 🙂

[@TheFlyingBusman]

What a fab restoration. Love to see these old valve sets brought back to their best. Very good job and a great vid.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Gary, thanks 😃

[@Dr.Pepper001]

I remember when some convenience stores had tube testers.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Dwight, I remember them too. They sometimes come up for sale in various places 🙂

[@bezbotvy]

Hi, I have an old russian radio and after your video I hope I will repair it like you. Can you write the ingredients which you use when repair wood body of the radio?

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi bezbotvy, There was no wood in the radio, the back is made from cardboard, I have pasted a previous reply below, I hope that answers your question: "It's automotive body filler for the case, if you are referring to the cardboard back it's just Papier Mâché but I use PVA glue as the adhesive and a bit of flour as a filler and binder. If the back I'm repairing is not painted I add acrylic artists paint to colour match the original. In this instance it wasn't dry when I removed it from the press but a minute or two with the heat gun and it was rock hard"

[@davidsanderson625]

Wow!! What a resurrection... Really love your attention to detail - thank you.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you David 👍🙂

[@blazingsaddle166]

Really superb restoration. Beautiful example of this lovely retro radio.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Blazing Saddle 🙂

[@davidhamm5626]

The case rebuild was some of the best work I have seen. It beats the wire grid method by a mile ! I have several backs with chunks out , and edges gone. What was the mixture that you used to make your filler? Thanks for taking us along .

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you David, it's just automotive body filler for the case, if you are referring to the cardboard back it's just Papier Mâché but I use PVA glue as the adhesive and a bit of flour as a filler and binder. If the back i'm repairing is not painted a add acrylic artists paint to colour match the original. In this instance it wasn't dry when I removed it from the press but a minute or two with the heat gun and it was rock hard 🙂

[@ntdtv]

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[@DavidTipton101]

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[@MrDparker69]

Wow. What a fantastic job. Now future generations can enjoy the Radio thanks to you.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you MrDparker69 😊

[@dougbrown479]

Texas City, Texas, up from Galveston. As fascinating a station as I've ever seen. Made me sad because I've thrown away many really great radios because 'radio repair' isn't around anymore, and radio Shack went belly-up. You and your station are very inspirational. Reminds me of the old days where people really took pride in knowing their craft. Thanks. True Master Craftsman!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Doug, I've thrown out stuff that I regret now too but that's the way it goes I guess. There are still people out there doing this type of repair if you know where to look 🙂

[@barbmelle3136]

From Leo: It is always good to see old radio gear put back in service. Your level of detail on the cosmetic restoration is far above what I normally see.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Leo, thank you 🙂

[@zs1dfr]

I don't know how I missed this one 2 years ago, David, but I am speechless. What a magnificent make-over! It is so irritating to think how many modern "repairmen" would write this off as not worth fixing up, and chuck it out. I very much identify with your phenomenal endeavours to preserve what is still potentially rescuable. Well done!!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Dave, this came out very well, it still stands out today, glad I didn't knock it down for parts 😀

[@laurensouthgate2458]

Beautiful job i love to see vintage things come back to life.

[@DavidTipton101]

I agree, it's good to give them a new lease on life Lauren 😊

[@markpirateuk]

Great job on the cabinet, very satisfying to watch a wreck turn into a better than new set!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you markpirateuk 😊

[@jerrybootneck1736]

That's a cracking job you did there Dave, the sound of those old valve radios can't be matched by todays technology they have a sound all of there own.

[@DavidTipton101]

There's something about them Jerry, warm and crackley 😃

[@johnpettiford4861]

You have a solid understanding of cabinet restoration. Very good David

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks John 😀

[@cymap]

I'm just a beginner and arrived here due to Radiocruncher . That was a joy to watch and thanks for uploading it.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi cymap and welcome. Thank you and I hope you enjoy both our channels 🙂

[@LarryDeSilva64]

Wow what a great restoration job you did on this basket case of a radio. Thanks for sharing.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi LUCKYLARRY, Thank you 🙂

[@TalysZA]

Wonderful work Sir, to watch such deft hands in action is always a blessing.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Kyle, thank you 😊

[@johnfinn1570]

Greetings from melbourne. I have to say that watching the cabinet reconstruction was the best part of this video. Having access to a well equiped workshop makes a big difference. Keep up the good work David

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi John in Melbourne, I grew up in Essendon. The cabinet came out great, it's a good looking radio. Thank you 👍🙂

[@johnfinn1570]

@@DavidTipton101 Hi David, thanks for your reply, i worked in aviation at Essendon airport, but am a williamstown lad. am currently watching your philips first transister radio video. Stay safe

[@DavidTipton101]

@@johnfinn1570 I worked with TAA at Essendon Airport from 1971 to 1977 as an apprentice and later engineer. I studied at RMIT from 1971 to 1973 or 74. Our paths may have crossed at some time 🙂

[@johnfinn1570]

@@DavidTipton101 Hello again David, i joined AWA aviation located at the back end of essendon airport as an apprentice in 1973 and also attended RMIT. Our workshop had a major fire some months after i joined and we rebuilt across the road in king st airport west. Indeed our paths may have crossed, as they say, its a small world 😀

[@tomjones239]

You had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. That is a work of art! I remember the smell of our old tube radio in the late 1960s/early 70s in the mornings. I own three excellent little portable MW/FM/Shortwave radios now (Grundig, Eton and Tecsun) and listen to them every evening. I hate television and have been listening to radio since I was very young.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Tom, there is a special magic with tube equipment and I agree there is nothing on TV 🙂

[@enthufreak]

Radio from grandparents' times. Fantastic effort at restoring it. Radio Australia gets an ambassador because of you.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Enjoy Life, most people can remember radios others had in the old days 😊

[@sypodj]

What a great repair on the case you've done. It looks brand new again 👍

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you SYB-B 🙂

[@JohnMartin-cd1qm]

We are losing more and more of these electronic gems every year, so it is so gratifying to see someone like you keep this part of history alive (and with your skills absolutely like new again). Just amazing.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you John. It came up great, better than where it was headed 👍🙂

[@YouAllKnowBob]

Wow! What a difference! Lots of work, but well worth it! Great video!👍👍

[@DavidTipton101]

It was worth the effort it Robert, so happy I didn't strip it for parts 😃

[@PapiDoesIt]

Really good sound coming from that refugee from a rubbish bin. Great job!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Papi, it sounds very good doesn't it 😃

[@n8nkqrp595]

Spectacular restoration! I'm only a semi-purist... but when David painted the rear panel.. I could barely contain myself. Shockingly beautiful radio now! All except for the back panel. haha. Thank you for a proper lesson in 'bulb radio' restoration

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi N8NK QRP, thank you. Oh dear, shouldn't I have painted the back panel? It was painted from the factory 🤔🙂

[@n8nkqrp595]

Haha, either way, it's your radio and it's amazing any way you wish to paint it. I love watching you work. Nice job!

[@jamienoel]

Your repair of the busted up/cracked case was excellent! I have a pink 1956 RCA Victor 6-X-5 in the same condition that I want to completely restore and your video will help me greatly! Been watching many of your other videos I'm amazed at your care for details when restoring radios, it truly is a pleasure to watch!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks jamienoel, best of luck with your project 👍😀

[@tjoelfoster]

JB Weld. Great stuff all over the world. Almost 50 years ago my Granddad and I patched about a 1"x1" hole in the side of a 5HP Briggs & Stratton engine on a garden tiller with 12GA copper wire and JB Weld. The tiller was nearly new, but had thrown a rod through the side, so someone gave it to him. We used it for years. I replaced another thrown rod about 3 years later when I was about 13, and we used it for around 10 more years until my Dad upgraded. Great video, greetings from Upstate South Carolina.

[@DavidTipton101]

Wow phonograf, that's impressive, it does work very well but that's amazing 😲 We did a driving tour from New Orleans to New York via the Smoky Mountains then Savanna, we must have gone close to you 🤔😃

[@tjoelfoster]

@@DavidTipton101 Probably did. In the foothills, just below Greenville, SC. "yeah, that Greenville". I live about 3 miles south of I-85 in Mauldin. I've worked some and visited Savannah, both when I lived here and in Augusta, GA.

[@brunobonvini9327]

Hi, David ...You're the best !!! I'm astonished !!!! It is a masterpiece.

[@DavidTipton101]

Gosh, OK thanks Bruno 😀

[@allanheasman7160]

As I sead be for you are a very dedicated man..this is fantastic to see some one like you do such a good job..you are the man definitely the best I have seen in my many years..I am Allan and now 64 this September..as I send it do old turntables ..I just wish I had you on my side of the would..keep up the good work..all the best for the future.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Allan. I'm happy on my side of the world at the moment 😄 Thanks, all the best to you too 🙂

[@tristanlope93]

Wow, the dedication to your craft. Great job!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Tristan 😃

[@ronl6060]

AWSOME job of restoring the case, Really enjoyed watching.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Ron 😀

[@ncbrady]

I love watching your restorations, some day i hope to use some of the skills you share on older Z80 retro computers that have damaged cases for example, thanks again for doing these videos.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Niall. Z80, that is old 🙂

[@haroldcaulkins5016]

Another perfect restoration. Thanks so much David.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Harold 😀

[@timothygrupp]

Beauty! Impressive the amount of effort you put into restoring these sets.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you very much Tim 🙂

[@mmwaashumslowww7167]

Truly excellent! One of the best restorations I've seen.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you 👍🙂

[@user-ek2gg2on4v]

⚘I'm having fun watching it since I was bored during the day on Sunday.⚘

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you User 🙂

[@adamsaint2890]

In a world that's focused on throwing stuff out and buying things that are shiny and new, what you're doing here is actually quite radical. Awesome resto.

[@DavidTipton101]

Haha Good point Adam 👍😊

[@michaelclutton8446]

Hi David, I have repaired many radios of this vintage over the years, I probably wouldn't have tackled this one. I would have thought it to far gone, what an inspiration for me. Your work is superb Regards Mike in the UK

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Mike, I almost didn't tackle it either but I thought might be interesting to have a go 🙂

[@bsnrao315]

That's a really great job there; couldn't be distracted watching the video.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you BSN Rao 🙂

[@quantumleap359]

Hi David, I see you restoring those 220 volt radios, so amazed to see real power transformers in them! Here in the States, valve table radios NEVER used power transformers! Such a fine restoration! Good job!!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hello QL, I've yet to see a transformerless Aussie radio but I'm told there were some built. We officially run 230 volts here but I suspect it's average is still closer to the old 240V 😄

[@kilcar]

Absolutely gorgeous restoration. Thank you!

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Patrick 👍🙂

[@slawnski]

Awesome restoration. One of the best I’ve seen! Beautiful!

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Jim, thank you 😃

[@ymz5]

Wonderfully made, Dave. It looks super! Perhaps it looks better now than when it was sold in the store in 1950s! Especially the case restoration part amazes me.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi ymz5, thank you. It came up pretty good considering I was going to trash it 😀

[@RI-ns8wz]

Papier Mâché!!! Holy calendars,Batman! I used to make that when I was a little kid (year 1966...67 perhaps?) and , using a (I am trying to explain }it well) little gourd as a base (dried, cut in It's pointy side and hollowed), made the "head" of my puppets .My mother did the "bodies" with whatever drape She had around there, and voilá ! My own puppet theatre! I remember using white vinegar instead of oil, to avoid my puppet ending as bug meal.Fifty five years later I learnt another use for papier mache...Thanks David !

[@DavidTipton101]

Haha... gourd based Papier Mâché, well done RI. I also made a puppet from Papier Mâché when I was young. It was a copy of Gerry Gee, a local TV puppet. I went to bed one night and woke up to a beautifully painted Gerry Gee head. My big brother had arranged for his friend to paint it for me. I was thrilled 🙂 nostalgiacentral.com/television/tv-by-decade/tv-shows-1950s/adventures-of-gerry-gee-the/

[@AiantasD]

One of the best restorations i have seen if not the best. Well done sir, excellent job. A skilled technician in both electronics and construction. Thank you for share your job and knowledge with us.

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi AiantasD, thank you 😃

[@kharakim]

Lovely! You have given us breathtaking knowledge and skill, applied with impeccable taste, with excellent video production, and all with unaffected, matter-of-fact narration.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you Moshe ben Asher, very much appreciate your feedback 😃

[@dapsapsrp]

Excellent work sir. You are an artist, engineer and technician all wrapped in one.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thank you dapsapsrp, you are very kind 🙂

[@WoodsleeSummercraftwoodturning]

i love old radios, my first was a 1946 sobell radio type 516, a big wooden boxy radio, i still have, my most recent a 1946 philco hippo radio 46-420, i actually picked up 2 of them. nice to see you restoring this, take care Rob

[@DavidTipton101]

Hi Rob, thanks. The hippo has a classic look, I like them 😃

[@terryblackman6217]

Another wonderful restoration. I am slowly catching up with your other videos. Thanks David.

[@DavidTipton101]

Thanks Terry 🙂