Well, I'm glad it wasn't the switch, as that would be a bear to fix.
Hopefully the capacitor will resolve your issue. Then you can join us on
160 and listen to the awful conditions :o)
Happy holidays and a safe, healthy, and productive new year!
Vy 73,
Don W4ZYT
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On Sun, Dec 20, 2015 at 9:38 PM, Jim Murray via Topband <
topband@contesting.com> wrote:
>
> After a pretty thorough check on the ailing 160M section this what I have
> in mind and would appreciate any further suggestions. All previous owner
> wiring is ok. One missing connection is 10M mod. 160M Padding cap (170pf,
> 7500V doorknob) is shot. Band switch appears to be still usable, no damage
> to contacts etc. Idea now is to replace the cap (with "corona washer") or
> good mica cap, new style parasitic suppressor, new (al-80a) plate choke and
> give it a whirl.
>
> Regards,jim/k2hn
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Emeritus Professor of Urology
Eastern Virginia School of Medicine
Norfolk, Virginia, USA
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