[Collins] Wooden blocks for the 516F-2

[David Knepper]

As you know, the CRA is going to offer the three supporting pieces of wood
that go inside the cabinet of the 516F-2 during shipping.  These wooden
pieces of wood stiffen the cabinet and prevent twisting of the cabinet when
shipping the power supply.

What I find interesting is that the three blocks fit perfectly in a cabinet
that has not been deformed - even slightly.  I must have five extra 516F-2
power supplies with cabinets and these blocks really tell whether one has a
cabinet that has not been deformed - quite simply the blocks do not slide
into the top or sides as they will with a true cabinet.

So if you get these blocks and find that the fit is tight, then, assume that
your cabinet has been deformed from shipping, etc.

These power supply cabinets, as many of you know, will not take much
punishment!

If you want a set of blocks, let me know.  I think that they could be used
to restraighten a deformed cabinet, even if you don't contemplate shipping
your 516F-2 to a happy buyer!

Just another service of the CRA, naturally.

Thank you.

Dave, W3ST
Publisher of the Collins Journal
Secretary to the Collins Radio Association
www.collinsra.com
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