[Johnson] Ranger I bezel

[Rick Brashear]

Brian,

Be extra careful with the VFO shaft, it is connected through a semi-flexible
coupler that is easily broken.  I have had to repair and/or replace many of
these over the years.  Outside of that, it's just a matter of taking your
time and not losing the parts. HI HI

Good Luck and Happy Thanksgiving..

Rick/K5IAR


-----Original Message-----
From: johnson-bounces at mailman.qth.net
[mailto:johnson-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Rodger
Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2007 6:57 PM
To: BRIAN ROBERTS
Cc: Johnson Reflector
Subject: Re: [Johnson] Ranger I bezel


Hi Brian,

Actually, the bezel comes off fairly easily so I don't think you will 
have any problems.  In addition to the main tuning knob you will need to 
pull the two small knobs to get to the nuts just above their control 
shafts.  It has been a little while since I have been into my Ranger but 
I believe that one or both of the small control shafts also have 
couplers on them so if the knob is stuck you may be able to loosen the 
coupler and remove the entire shaft instead.  After you remove the two 
small nuts then the only thing holding it on are the pilot lamps which 
are released from the nuts in the back.  Again, I don't think you will 
have any problems with this project.  On the other hand, I spent about 
20 minutes last night getting the tension reset on the anti-backlash 
gears in the Hallicrafters ARR-7/R-45 I was working ont.  I hate having 
to fool with those split gears but I realize they are a necessary evil 
to reduce backlash.

Have a nice Thanksgiving.

73, Rodger WQ9E

BRIAN ROBERTS wrote:
> Gents:
> I have been told that removing the bezel on the Ranger VFO is not a thing
to do for the faint of heart.   And much like the fool who tries to repair
his watch, I would like to solicit any advice from those who have gone
before me.   What do I need to do (or not do) to remove the bezel with a lot
of hand wringing an gnashing of teeth.   Thanks.  Brian   K9VKY
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