[ARC5] Restoring a BC-455-b, request advices

[Glen Zook]

Replace the capacitors!  It can make a BIG difference in the performance as well as protecting from damage caused by leaky / shorted capacitors.

 Glen, K9STH 
Website: http://k9sth.net

      From: Paolo Gramigna <admin at controllo.it>
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 Subject: [ARC5] Restoring a BC-455-b, request advices
   
Hi all,
I'm a newcomer here. I just acquired a complete (less dynamotor) and 
good-looking BC-455-B and I would like to restore it to good working 
conditions. I'm planning to use it in order to listen to the few 
remaining broadcasting stations, while enjoying the sound of a truly 
vintage radio.

I have seen several posts in the web suggesting to replace the 
capacitors, especially the electrolytic ones, with modern ones. That 
will cause big detriment to the authenticity, but probably will be 
beneficial to the functionality.

What is your wise advice?

thanks!


  
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