[Hammarlund] HQ-170(?)

[N4ue@aol.com]

Hi all, new subscriber to the list and a true boatanchor fan (or should I say 
tube radio fan, as not to offend?) Although I have had a few HQs that I 
temporary custody of, I now have an HQ-170A on it's way.
I cannot seem to find out what the differences are between the:
 170A
 170AC
 170C

Does the C stand for 'clock'??? It appears the A has a clock also. Coverage 
appears to be the same.......
Can anybody help?

Also, do these old girs need the tubular caps replaced? I have been through 
this many times with Collins radios, but neverheard anyone mention "black 
beauties or brown tu**s" in relation to Hammarlund. My guess would be the 
caps are suspect due to the technology of the time and age.....


thanks in advance. Ron

N4UE