Antenna Coil Debacle

[@saturn5tony]

So a small mouse actually got into that coil! Wow, so glad you were able to fix that Don. Yea I saw the transformer next to it, maybe that's when the owner in 1937 turned on the main power and maybe kinda removed his interest in 115Volts or who knows, maybe a lightning bolt decided to edge his interests as well, when he was tasting cardboard....haha!

[@RestoreOldRadios]

+saturn5tony Good one! I was prepared to install a generic antenna coil to hear this one sing again. It's a very simple radio, but the cabinet really makes it special. I gave this one to my Dad and he has it on display in his office. Best, Don

[@saturn5tony]

+RestoreOldRadios - Oh thats cool Don, It sounds like you are an awesome son.

[@tectalabyss]

Hi Don. Awesome save on the coil. It sounds great. I Rechecked my Philco has it was very late at night when I checked it the first time. I had left the rectifier in the set It tested shorted,So I ran checks on the caps resistors,Did the dim bulb test again No shorts. yipeee :) I am waiting on the 84 tube to get here. I just finished recapping it this evening. Has always I am looking forward to more from you. All the best. Bobby

[@RestoreOldRadios]

+Bobby Tectalabyss Thanks Bobby, working on the antenna coil was like completing a thorough eye exam. LOL Glad the "PT" was good and hope your progress after receiving the 84 tube goes well. Best, Don

[@VintageElectronicsGeek]

Sounds and looks great so far! I would imagine rewinding the antenna coil would be time consuming!

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Jack, it would be a pain for sure. I was getting ready to order a generic replacement, but was fortunate enough to make a repair. Thanks for checking this out. Best, Don

[@coolbluelights]

Nice save on that antenna coil! I have to take a look at the one on my philco 89. I had the oscillator coil rewound but haven't checked the others yet. the radio does work but it likes to motorboat.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thank you. I got lucky on the repair. I appreciate you watching and hope you are able to solve the motor boating issue soon. Best, Don

[@984francis]

Phenolic cased carbon comp resistors often develop cracks which is why they go so far high.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thanks for the info, I appreciate it. Best, Don

[@nor4277]

I have a AS 5 radio it came to me with a ferrite bar antenna ,that was broken in three pieces,so I ordered a new ferrite bar blank ,and hope I can buy magnetic wire and wrap it ,and hope it works,the old antenna magnet coating is flaking all ever the place and the bad in three pieces,any advice anyone ?

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Ron, try to match the number of turns and the design of the broken ferrite is what I would do. Good luck. Best, Don