[Drake] Multimeter Suggestions for Drake Service

[Paul Kraemer]

A good old analog VOM, Simpson, Triplett, or other is very handy
A vtvm is also an essential. Heathkit, Eico, RCA, they are all the same. 
Tube type are best (see below)
Digital meters are solid state and may or may not behave around rf---be 
cautious with the readings---just because they are digital doesn't make them 
right
I also think a basic good scope is invaluable. Doesn't have to be fancy or 
expensive. $50 will buy a lot of good  direct coupled scope that is more 
than good enough for ham and audio gear
Paul K0UYA
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Bell" <richfbell at sbcglobal.net>
To: <Drake at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Tuesday, December 07, 2010 12:32 PM
Subject: [Drake] Multimeter Suggestions for Drake Service


I know we've been down this path before, but I don't seem to remember the 
answer.

What would be a good multimeter to be used for servicing our beloved Drake 
gear?

I know some with say a old school VTVM from Heahkit. Others will say buy a 
Fluke.

I'm trying to get the retirement test gear in order before I have no funds 
for this sort of journey.

Feel free to email me off the list, richfbell at sbcglobal.net, if you desire.

TNX & 73 W5BXE
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