[Hallicrafters] Chassis Rust

[WA1KBQ at aol.com]

Unfortunately, there is no easy solution to this  one. If the goal is to 
produce a nice looking well restored ACR-175 I would  probably look for another 
ACR-175 and use this one for parts to support the  other. Actually this is the 
best way to restore any old receiver. Buy two or  three and combine the best 
parts. They don't make ACR-175 replacement parts  anymore so the only source for 
needed replacements is another ACR-175. Rust and  advanced oxidation will 
always leave pitting behind which would take a lot of  work to repair. Sometimes 
the goal is a "hero" type restoration to see what you  are capable of 
achieving and in this case it might be reasonable to pursue it.  The best way to do a 
good job would be by completely stripping the chassis to  facilitate rust 
removal followed by replating with cadmium. This is the only way  to make it look 
new and factory original again. A short cut method would be to  start by 
disassembling the receiver as much as practical and tape up or mask  areas you want 
to protect from intrusion and go after it with wire brushes,  rotary tools on 
a Dremel, sandpaper and even Muriatic acid if necessary. Clean  and dry and 
paint the chassis with something suitable.

Regards,  Greg

In a message dated 5/3/2008 2:05:02 A.M. Atlantic Standard Time,  
k7mks at comcast.net writes:
Although this post does not pertain to a specific  Hallicrafters radio I hope 
a list member may be of assistance.

I have  acquired a RCA ACR-175 receiver with a badly rusted chassis, tuning 
capacitor  frame, and power transformer case.  Short of  striping the chassis 
of  parts and then replating I'd be interested in comments from those who have 
faced  a similar problem and how you accomplished your restoration.  I have 
photos  for those who who wish them.

Thank you,

Joe k7mks   
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