Supplies and tools for the restoration of chassis and cabinets for the newbie. Im a techno geek so i enjoyed learning about the electrical theory. The 10 digit isbn is 1467509604 and the digit isbn is. The source of information and pictures of radios, accessories and more. Sep 20, 2019 old sony radio 12v completely restoration a very old sony radio was abandoned by someone along the road, it was badly damaged. Up next repairing an old radio mpeg2video duration. These articles contain all sorts of tips and practical advice about repairing electronics and refinishing cabinets. Antique radio restoration guide book by david johnson. Jims antique radio museum reference resources antique radio virtual museum, vacuum tube radio, classic radios, vintage radios, radio collection, historical radio, wa6dij, jim tripp, valve radio, crystal radio, trf, regenerative, novelty, record player, 8track player, telegraph, morse code. Here you can read how i restored the electronics and cabinets of many vintage radios and televisions. Our souptonuts approach pleases the most discriminating collector. Explains how to restore an antique radio while using safet. Crosley antique radio page this site is intended to aid anyone interested in restoring or collecting antique crosley radios. Buy a cheap copy of antique radio restoration guide book by david johnson.
Introduction to collecting and restoring vintage vacuum tube. You have just got a tube radio from grandma or saw it at an estate sale for a good price. So now here is this block of metal in your radio it is called a chassis chasea. This book is very informative to the beginner for repair and restoration of older radio equipment. Various scanned technical and historic books that should be of interest to vintage radio collectors etc. A good howto book, a voltmeter, and some experience and knowledge about the workings of these old machines are the main tools a collector needs to restore old radios. Books, as mentioned earlier, are another excellent resource. Uk vintage radio repair and restoration vintage radios.
The philco restorer ca 1928 this site is dedicated to the restoration of philco radio chassis and cabinets from 1929 thru 1942. I do these jobs before i replace any parts, and usually before i try to power up an old radio or tv. I worked solid state devices for over forty years but have never really understood tubes and in this book everything became crystal clear. The best books on radio circuitry and radio servicing. Once you have removed all loose or important items from the cabinet, vacuum the dust out. This typical radio has a 240 volt ac mains power supply, using a transformer and a valve rectifier. Restore filthy antique wood and furniture fast and simple. It is strong on the technical side but not so strong on the repair side. I have found that tubes are very similar to solid state devices in theory and operation and in my opinion, superior to anything we have today. You must unplug your radio and unscrew the back of your radio. If you enjoy building projects, also check out our building area. Restoring old radio sets is a practical guide that explains what you need to do, and how to do it when bringing an old radio back to life. This site is for the newcomer newbie and novice and not really the expert.
The common superheterodyne from 1940 has 4 valves plus one extra for the power supply, so an easy way to describe it, is to call it a 45 valve radio. First steps in restoration this article explains basic preliminary taskscleaning and testingthat are part of every restoration. It is written for anyone with some curiosity about what makes the old sets tick. You could cause damage if you power it on before replacing. I wouldnt recommend this book for someone who is strictly trying to repair old radios. I recommend this book but i would also recommend looking on the internet for other radio repair books and articles on repairing and restoring radios. The list includes price guides, collector appreciation books, history, and guides on repairing old radios and restoring wooden cabinets. Referral source and reference for repairs, books and parts. It covers restoration of a rca model 9x561 radio from 1950. I enjoy restoring old radios from the 30s through the 40s as a hobby when time permits.
Suggest you consider purchasing the allamerican five radio by richard mcwhorter. Several visitors to this website have asked me to recommend a good book, which covers the repair and restoration of vintage radios in a manner that is suitable for those just starting out i this hobby. Uk vintage radio repair and restoration books and magazines. While this does not directly answer his questions, we can take the opportunity to create a thread with a list of the best books available in english for radio circuitry theory and practical radio servicing knowledge. This encylopedia, though a bit pricey, is an invaluable and enjoyable quick guide to old time radio shows of the past. Antique radio forums view topic fixing up old radios book. The contact details for the magazine publishers are given on the suppliers page. Rea has selected 5 top new books for sale about antique radios, repair and restoration, specific brands, historical information and radio values.
Then instead of selling his book he is giving it away. We also enjoy using restored vintage test equipment for our antique radio repairs and restorations. Retro radio farm is side business that grew out of a recent hobby of min. I believe it will work and i have completely restored this small radio. Book was as advertised and provides great insight to theory and operation of these vintage radios. If you dont already know how to restore old tube radios, this book will give you a headache.
The best books on radio circuitry and radio servicing radiomuseum. I will introduce a little theory and safe operating procedures, to protect you, and the radio. This is a good beginning book that teaches you the basics of antique tube radio repair. Sep 09, 2014 38 thoughts on welcome to the old school. Its fun and easy to bring vintage radios back to life. I think ill try and make myself a little collection and gather all of them thats really nice to know frank, yeah, its all quite overwhelming for me right now, but i can sense that i am learning, slowly but surely.
Restoring old radio set is a book that sets out to provide a stepbystep guide to bringing an old set back to life, getting it working properly, and restoring its looks. Excellent book written in plain english that even the beginner collector can understand. How to quickly restore repair fix a zenith tube radio dlab electronics duration. Book increases in value much faster than an antique radio. Restoring, maintaining and listening to vintage radios by. Unfortunatley these radios are between 35 and 80 years old and in desperate need of restoring. Buy vintage radios collecting, servicing, restoring third edition by thompson bsc. In addition, we have provided many antique radios, vintage televisions and antique phonographs that were featured in local and national exhibits including. Heres a quick list of books that ive found interesting or useful.
It was published by na and has a total of 300 pages in the book. It takes you through a basic understanding of how radios work, of reading schematics and working through the troubleshooting and repair of your radio. My name is allen chiang, and i founded retro radio farm, where i repair and restore old radios. The title of this book is antique radio repair and restoration, 4th edition and it was written by alfred corbin. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in collecting restoring old vintage radios as a must read it will give you confidence to tackle the chassis and the cabinet repairs,and stop you from making mistakes, well done tony thompson a top book. Our restoration section has many articles on restoring specific radios. Antique radio restoration guide by david johnson 9780870696381. Replace all electrolytic and paper capacitors with new ones of similar value.
At the very least, every classic car radio should have the electrolytic capacitors replaced and the tuner cleaned relubed. This article shows you how to very easily restore a nice, new luster to filthy old antique wood items and furniture. At the very least, every classic car radio should have the electrolytic. These little radios take you back to a time before tvs, computers, video games, cds and many more things. Tab books, blue ridge summit, pa, isbn 0830673423, 256 pages with blackandwhite photos and diagrams a comprehensive radio restoration guide, written by a professional repairman.
This particular edition is in a spiralbound format. Repair defects in the cabinet veneers, glue joints, dings, insect damage and so on. Restoration and repair kindle edition by carr, joseph j download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. For instance, if you are looking for repairing methods of radio sets, you. Browsing these forums will uncover a wealth of information about restoration techniques, and you can also ask forum members for advice about your project. Antique radio and phonograph repair and restoration center. This book provides a logical and detailed process to follow in restoring old radios. I have found knobs, screws, receipts, mouse bones, and even antique toys inside old radio cabinets. Note that it does not cover anything regarding solid state radios. I have the book on my kindle and have also ordered a hard copy because it is an excellent reference, especially for anyone restoring antique radios. Restoring old radio sets provides a fascinating insight into the world of the radio set restoration, usually the preserve of dedicated enthusiasts and specialist restorers.
Restoring, maintaining and listening to vintage radios by lynn conway page under construction about vintage radio growing up with radio impact of the programs and of the technology how radio helped get me interested in science and engineering my current interest in vintage radios a bit about the current clubs and infrastructure for those interested in restoring. There are already books on this subject which will be able to satisfy the universal need. Tune in to this excellent book on restoring, repairing, and refinishing those charming radios of the past. On this page i will give details and my comments on several books and magazine, both recent and old, relating to valve radios. Antique radio restoration guide by david johnson goodreads. After 70 or 80 years many of these cabinets are in less than perfect condition. I offer bluetooth mp3 upgrade if the customer wants to play digital music. That is a huge contribution to the hobby of restoring old radios. We end the year with a fond remembrance of rigs gone by, and a discussion of how to bring them back to life. Repairing a 1937 dewald model 618 tube radio, all articles in this series. A mix of antique radio equipment collections, societies, and restoration products and services are. Click a row in the table below to download the file. Detailed instructions and schematics are provided as well tube.
Learn about rf alignment, if alignment, oscillator alignment, electrical safety, and more. Introduction to collecting and restoring vintage vacuum. Some radios use sheets of friable asbestos under or above the chassis. Join mr carlson as he takes you step by step through an entire electronic restoration. Electronic restoration adventurethe belmont 636 radio. Even some of the cheap radios of that time were hard to pay for. We have performed many antique radio repairs and restorations for local museums and historical societies in addition to providing authentic restored radios and phonographs used in movies, plays, exhibits and displays. Books and magazines uk vintage radio repair and restoration. Tom boza ne7x arrl southwestern convention september 1214, 2008. Nostalgia air vintage radio references, schematics, manuals, tube substitution, etc.
Heres a guide to the repair and restoration of radios of the vacuumtube era, about 19201960. Be sure to check out the antique radio forums website discussions. While most radios can be fixed, finding the old tubes is getting more difficult. But getting an old radio to work is only half the problem. We simply love old radios and love repairing and restoring them even more. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This man spent three years putting this work together. Take advantage of our high level of expertise offered to the public. Finding and repairing retro radios turned into a successful. This book strikes a nice balance between electronic theory and practical troubleshooting techniques.
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