[TenTec] Omni C question

[Mike Hyder -N4NT-]

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 at filexiii.org>
To: "Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment" <tentec at 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