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

[ToddRoberts2001 at aol.com]

In a message dated 8/19/2006 9:14:20 AM Eastern Standard Time, WD9INP at isp.com 
writes:
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

I sent an R8 in for repair to Drake and they were very reasonable. They 
currently list repair for the R8B at $25 per quarter hour or $100 per hour - they 
could replace an encoder in well under 1 hour. I have heard trying to replace 
the encoder yourself is tricky and you could end up with more problems if not 
done right. 73 Todd WD4NGG