Simplex Model PB | Restoration Update

In addition, check out my earlier video and others where I introduce the Simplex, model PB mini-cathedral dual-band receiver I acquired about nine years back that's been in storage. The seller at the time told me the radio was from a family in the Charleston, SC area; other than that, I don't have any other information on the history of the receiver with the exception of the Simplex factory was located in Philadelphia, PA then later moved to Sandusky, OH where the company was purchased by Philco and the plant was closed shortly after.
The playlist for the Simplex Model PB restoration:
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[@terryblackman6217]

I always watch your video and enjoy them very much.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thanks a bunch Terry. Best, Don

[@greggsvintageworkshop8974]

Wow, one of the rougher looking chassis you've done recently Don. The rougher they are thoiugh, the more amazing the transformation and final result! The speaker looks great!

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Gregg - it’s definitely one of the worst ones I’ve taken on in some time now. Hopefully the upcoming Spring weather will allow me to finish up the chassis in short order and transition to the cabinet. Thanks for watching and reaching out Gregg. Best, Don

[@rciancia]

Wonderful job Don ,as usual!! You do such great work and are very inventive. Love it !

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thank you Ron, I really appreciate it. Hopefully the weather will warm up in the coming weeks and I can resume my efforts. Best, Don

[@aa1ww]

I'm making a note on KrudKutter The Must for Rust. I have a list of many of the chemicals and lubricants you have demonstrated. It sure looks like a lot of patience and skillful elbow grease accompanies these materials and their application. PS: I picked up a Philco 58C on the bay recently. Another one I'll get to thanks to your videos.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Definitely some elbow grease. Your Philco 58C acquisition should make for a fun project. I’ve got a number of Philco’s in storage that need to be restored that have the old degraded rubber wire. Hope yours goes well when you tackle it. Best, Don

[@tectalabyss]

Hi Don. Well my friend. That already looks a million times better. Keep up the great videos. Makes my day. As always I liked and shared, I wish everyone would do the same. All my very best to you and yours.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thanks Bobby, it’s definitely looking better. Hopefully the weather will improve over the next few weeks and I can share more of my progress. Best, Don

[@DERB_Seymour_Indiana]

Hey Don. Looks like you've made some nice progress on this radio. Chassis certainly cleaned up nicely from how it looked to start with. Still a lot to do, but progress is always a good thing. :)

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Yep, she’s definitely looking better than my starting point and hopefully I can wrap up on the chassis soon and focus on the old beat up cabinet in the coming weeks. Best, Don

[@kenf8563]

Thanks for the update, Don. I was wondering what happened to this Simplex radio.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

You’re welcome Ken. Hope to have more as Spring approaches. Best, Don

[@ianbutler1983]

I no longer think "even Don can't save that one." Btw, I live in Sandusky, Ohio.

[@RestoreOldRadios]

Thanks Ian, makes me wonder what resides on the property of the old plant. Best, Don