[ARC5] [Milsurplus] SCR-A*-183 mixed systems

[Kludge]

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From: David Stinson [mailto:arc5 at ix.netcom.com] 
> Someone mentioned the expensive tubes for SCR-183.

Ummm, it has been the topic of discussion a time or two. :-)

> Not a worry- many cheap tubes will sub just fine.
> Triode-connected 6AQ5 works, as does 1626.

Yes, they do.  For mine, I'll have two operating modes, original tubes and
substitute tubes, dependent on if it's for play or display.  The substitutes
are good for the former but for the latter where I may have the tube covers
off having the originals is a pretty good idea.  It might be interesting to
see if there are any subs for the Rx tubes as well.  

By the way, did you use the 6AQ5s for all four tubes?

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