[R-390] R390 cover screws

[Tom Bridgers]

Barry is correct on all points, except length is 1/4  inch.  And while yo=
u're at it, go ahead and get the lock washer, and regular washer that goe=
s with the #6 screw.  Then you'll have the radio back to as issued!

And finally, I've found the company, Small Parts, to be a great source, a=
t reasonable prices.  McMaster-Carr is also a good source, so I've heard =
on this list. =20
73's,
-tom
----- Original Message -----
From: Barry Hauser
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 9:18 AM
To: Michael Young; r-390@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [R-390] R390 cover screws

Mike asks ..

> What size screws are used for the R390 top and bottom covers?  Seems as
> though I have lost them....

Doesn't exactly sound like you're ready for a full gear train teardown, e=
h?.
;-)

I don't see any other replies on this so I'll jump in.  As I recall, and =
I'm
pretty sure, they're 6-32's round head philips.  If you can find pan-head=
,
that might be nicer.  You can probably use 1/2 inch in most places except=
 a
few where there's something right behind a panel edge.  Maybe 3/8" is a g=
ood
compromise.  Make sure they're stainless steel -- no plated screws on '39=
0's
puhleeze!

Barry




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