[Heathkit] Older Heathkit Refinishing

Bill Roberts [email protected]
Fri, 20 Sep 2002 19:22:46 -0400


Good evening.  I have a couple of cosmetic questions.

Does anyone know of a source of glossy Heath green paint?  I have seen the
HW and SB series paint which I believe is basically flat.  I'd like to
refinish an Apache cabinet which originally, had a shine to it.

Is there a source for "Heathkit" nameplates.  For example, my recently
acquired Apache arrived with the plastic 'Heathkit' name broken.  Any known
sources?

Finally, does anyone know of a way to brighten up the metal knobs on older
Heathkits.  Some nicely preserved Apaches, Mohawks, Senecas, etc. almost
appear to have chromed knobs.  Has anyone tried silver polish?

Thanks and best 73.

Bill / K8DXX