[R-390] Re: Vol 28, Issue 18: R8B tuning mechanical encoder.

[WD9INP/4]

Cecil,

I have read that Drake charges a flat $600 repair for an R8B. That was to 
Canada, but it would probably be the same to anyone in the US.

What is entailed in getting to the encoder, and is it reparable for the 
average tech?

73 de Charlie

Charles A Taylor, WD9INP/4
   Greenville, North Carolina
----- Original Message ----- >
> Input on an R8B purchase......the mechanical encoders used for the main
> tuning are showing their age and failing.  Why Drake chose  to move from 
> the
> optical encoder used in the earlier R8's is a real mystery.  They rarely
> fail.  Be careful when buying a used one that it tunes smoothly with no
> hiccups....
> Not sure what a replacement costs if they can be bought...Drake has been
> good about this in the past.
> Cecil...