Hallicrafters S-38 Restoration Pt. 1 - Safety Repair and Initial Inspection

[@jeffdonofri8027]

I have one for a couple years and am happy to see this video series. I knew about the dangerous ac issue and opted i guess for belt and suspenders and got an isolation transformer. Your solution is much simpler. I'll sign up on FB. Thx.

[@Zillasmoke]

Hi Mike. I just acquired one of these for 35 bucks! It's in great shape too. I'm in the process of restoring it. Thanks for this series! Very helpful.

[@RollingLiving]

I appreciate and enjoy your videos...my dog, though, not so much. Haha! She runs out of the room when the birds start warbling! 🙂

[@lolalarue704]

Hello. I am not understanding how to remove the knobs in front. Thank you for the video.

[@MikesRadioRepairRestoration]

Anyone else have a trusty old S-38 they would like to restore? Chime in here and lets get that old radio working again!

[@taschenrechner]

I've got one I've had forever. I got it cleaned up and then it sat on a shelf waiting for restoration of the internals. I've got some time this summer so I'm going to get to it now. These videos are pretty great and are going to really help me. Thanks, Mike!

[@billlamm4688]

Thank you.. I resently had a S-38 D follow me home.. your capacitor video and this series will brove to be very helpful

[@MikesRadioRepairRestoration]

Great Bill, Hope you get it going in fine style! If you need a hand just gimme a shout. Cheers!

[@MikesRadioRepairRestoration]

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[@KDobson-pr3ye]

What size and voltage is the safety capacitor? Also, what gauge wire do those Hallicrafters have? I'm working on an S38B and a S20R and I'm going to need to replace a few pieces. Thanks for the videos.

[@dennisadams5375]

What size is the X class safety capacitor and working voltage?

[@rasherbilbo452]

Nice vid. Subbed.

[@NickolasEL]

Hi Mike, is there a schematic of the S-38?

[@MikesRadioRepairRestoration]

Which S-38? There are many. You should join our Facebook Help Group. There are links to schematics there.

[@NickolasEL]

@@MikesRadioRepairRestoration For Hallicrafters Model S-38 Communications Receiver, I have sent a request to join the Facebook page and I am still waiting to be notified if my request to join is approved.

[@Atomshamradio]

Yes i do👍

[@MikesRadioRepairRestoration]

Welcome Aboard! Join our Facebook group if you need a hand. > facebook.com/MikesRadioRestorationRepair/

[@robertedwards3147]

why does the us have such poor electrical standards for plugin equipment here in NZ we have rcd protection with three wire outlets

[@MikesRadioRepairRestoration]

Please keep in mind these Radio were made 75 years ago when there really wasnt much for standards and regulations. We now have and have had for many years 3 prong polarized plugs, GFI's... etc....

[@robertedwards3147]

@@MikesRadioRepairRestoration yes you are right but we do now live in a world that is safer now and and our restorations should be safer for our friends and family

[@MikesRadioRepairRestoration]

@@robertedwards3147 Hence the whole reason for this video. Make a dangerous radio safe again using a modern polarized plug.