[Hallicrafters] trying to track down 'lytics, misc. for S-38A

Shane corpcoastfan at yahoo.com
Sat Jan 8 21:55:45 EST 2005


Hello, 
 
I'm in the process of restoring an S-38A that I purchased recently.  I've thus far re-capped everything but the electrolytics.  This is the first boatanchor I've restored - so I'm hoping that someone can steer me in the correct direction as far as finding a few specifics.
 
The old electrolytics that are in question are currently Sprague Atoms: TVA-1413 (40mf 150vdc), TVA-1205 (25mf 25vdc), and a large multi TVA-2462 (red 80mf 150vdc/green 50mf 150vdc) which is proving hard to find.  The manual for the radio calls for a 40-30-30mfd 150v, 20mfd 25v electrolytic.   

I've tracked down the first two small ones through Antique Electronic Supply, so those aren't a problem.  I'd love to just find an exact replacement for the large Sprague 2462, but nobody seems to have this.  
 
My question is what would you suggest using instead of this?
 
Hoping someone's done a resto on this radio that could send me in the right direction.  
 
Also, on a similar note - I'm also looking for a replacement volume/power for this radio.  Cosmetically, it's a real beauty - just wish I could get its guts to match!  Thanks for all your help.
 
Gary Miller
Coos Bay, OR



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