[Hallicrafters] SR-400 on ebay

[Duane Fischer, W8DBF]

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From: "Jim Liles" <hallicrafterssr2000 at k9axn.com>
To: <hallicrafters at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Friday, June 06, 2014 10:37 PM
Subject: [Hallicrafters] SR-400 on ebay


> Careful what you wish for!  The SR-400 on ebay is a risky proposition.
>
> It is a “C” level SR-400 with a few of the mods to make it an SR-400A. 
> Can’t see well enough to accurately evaluate the state of the radio or 
> whether anything was completed.
>
> The description says 6KD6’s have been installed.  From the photo, the tube 
> sockets haven’t been lowered to accommodate the taller finals???
>
> They apparently had problems with drift and made some very questionable 
> mods to the VFO.  Those mods will without question, need to be removed. 
> There is nothing common, acceptable, or standard practice that was done to 
> that VFO.
>
> The SR-400 is a super radio and I would recommend that you be prepared for 
> a significant commitment of time to make it right.  If you are not an 
> exceptionally strong technician, think before you decide.  Hope this does 
> not offend the seller but it needs to be said.
>
> Walt WD0GOF is selling an SR-400 that he restored.  That radio will 
> provide a rewarding experience not disappointment.
>
> A super day to you --- Kindest regards Jim K9AXN
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