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Re: [TenTec] WTB: 4229 Knob

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Subject: Re: [TenTec] WTB: 4229 Knob
From: Ron Notarius W3WN via TenTec <tentec@contesting.com>
Reply-to: Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment <tentec@contesting.com>
Date: Sun, 6 Dec 2020 22:08:26 -0500
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Yes, I know about this Bob.

Knowing how well I fumble things these days, let’s just say I’d like a 
replacement as a backup!

73

> On Dec 6, 2020, at 2:07 PM, Bob McGraw <rmcgraw@blomand.net> wrote:
> 
> I've repaired many cracked Tentec knobs using the "super glue" otherwise 
> known as Eastman 911   Take the knob off of the shaft, remove the set screw, 
> and open the crack(s) a bit using a toothpick.  Then squirt a small amount of 
> super glue in the crack, remove the toothpick.  It may be necessary to work a 
> wedge in between the outer part and the part that goes on the shaft. Allow 
> the glue to cure for 24 hrs or so.  Should be ready to go again.
> 
> 73
> 
> Bob, K4TAX
> 
> 
>> On 12/6/2020 12:50 PM, Ron Notarius W3WN via TenTec wrote:
>> I recently acquired a 4229 tuner, which has had the Hi-Z/Lo-Z/Bypass knob 
>> fail.  (Cracked plastic where it connects to the shaft).
>> 
>> Of course it failed on first use, fortunately l had a (non matching) 
>> temporary replacement.
>> 
>> Other gear also uses this knob... the bandswitch on my Corsair II, for one.
>> 
>> If anyone has a spare or three that they are willing to part with, please 
>> contact me off list.
>> 
>> Thanks!
>> 
>> 73, ron W3WN
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