Once was the time that if a rig hit a bench at Ten-Tec, all the switches and
potentiometers were cleaned and lubricated. Don't know if they would have
done that when you had the PTO rebuilt but I think it a good investment of
time and money. If the silver plating wears off the bandswitch contacts,
for instance....
Keep in mind that the Omni-C will not work right on the 18 MHz band because
it generates much spurious emission, often on the order of several watts
even with the key up.
I like mine a lot!
73, Mike N4NT
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeramy Ross" <w5xtl@filexiii.org>
To: "Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment" <tentec@contesting.com>
Sent: Sunday, May 09, 2010 2:37 AM
Subject: [TenTec] Omni C question
I asked the group this a week ago, but it seems to have been missed
due to QRM on the list. I now have a great Omni C at my station here.
It's beautiful and in perfect condition, loaded with filters, and PTO
recently rebuilt by Ten-Tec.
Seeing that I love this rig, and it has quickly become my favorite rig
of all time, what do I need to do to make sure this radio is with me
for a very long time? What maintenance/care issues do I need to be
aware of and look out for? What parts are in short supply that I
should look at creating a stash of to ensure serviceability for many,
many years into the future?
73,
Jeramy / W5XTL
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