On Wed, 15 Apr 1998 08:01:07 -0400 CATALANO_DENIS_E@hq.navsea.navy.mil
writes:
> Thanks to Pete (N4ZR), Carl (KM1H), Jordan, and Rich (AG6K) for
> replying to my message. I opened the amp up last night, and found
> several of the tuning capacitor plates pitted and/or melted. Four
>of
> the plates have minor pitting, while three of the plates are
>actually
> deformed (melted) at the edges where the plates start to mesh. I
> guess I will try the filing method, or maybe see if Tentec would
>sell
> replacement plates.
> TNX, Denis, W4DC
>
If you decide to file Denis, remove the cap from the amp. Use a fine
file, remove all the grunge and carefully round all edges. Finish with a
very fine 600 grit water paper and polish.
Check the switch for any arc signs; clean or replace as necessary.
73 Carl KM1H
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