[CW] E.F. Johnson Speed-X bug #114-520

[Rick Dettinger]

Some time ago, I mentioned that I was re-conditioning a new to me Speed-X bug, probably from the 1950's.  I had a request to post photos when I was finished.  Since I am done with the project, and since I just got my first digital camera, I reckon it is time to give it a try.  
I totally dis-assembled the bug, soaked the small parts in alcohol, and used a tooth brush to clean.  The larger parts got cleaned with toothpaste and a cloth.  The finger pieces were in bad shape, and, since I prefer the Vibroplex type, I made my own.  The wood is Ebony, and the knob is lathe turned and glued on the thumb piece.  It works well for me.  I am obviously not a stickler for historical correctness.  I replaced the insulating bushings  with new ones from Vibroplex.  The are available from Vibroplex and work well.

73,  Rick Dettinger  K7MW
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