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

[Paolo Gramigna]

Thanks for the prompt answers!
just to be sure...
are the higher value capacitors (C5 or C30, for example) electrolytic 
capacitors, or paper ones?
I see that the value indicated on the "tin pot" is sometimes different 
from the value I see in the schematics I have.
I'll guess that it's better to follow the value on the "tin pot". Am I 
correct?

Thanks again...

IK4YNG Paolo



I will try to save the "tin pots" and I'll place the new caps inside 
them, si the look of the receiver will not be spoiled too much...

Il 01/05/16 17:05, Glen Zook ha scritto:
> 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
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> *From:* Paolo Gramigna <admin at controllo.it>
> *To:* arc5 at mailman.qth.net
> *Sent:* Sunday, May 1, 2016 3:09 AM
> *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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