[Kenwood] A Kenwood R-5000 question

[Phil Atchley]

Hello
I was wondering.  Does the R-5000 share any of the "common failing" of the
TS-440S?  I.E. The rubber compound that turns conductive and causes PLL
Unlock etc.
 
I have NO problem with mine, but wondered if it would behoove me to remove
the rubber compound from the VCO's 'while it's still pliable', or not.  Or
would I just be wasting my time (it's no quick task).  Incidently, I run my
R-5000 on the 12 Volt station battery, keeps it nice and cool.

73 de Phil  KO6BB




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