[R-390] knob set screws source
Barry
n4buq at knology.net
Mon Dec 22 12:52:31 EST 2008
> yuh but--
> The knob setscrews on the R-390's aren't the normal thread pitch,
> they're 6-36 instead of the common 6-32.
> from my archives:
> "McMaster even has the 8-36 hex-key socket screws to fit the R-390A front
> panel knobs"
> Somebody here had some taps a yr or 3 ago, I bought 1 or 2, for chasing
> out the threads after painting or powder coating.
> 73,
> Al, W8UT
That's correct. I doubt the hardware stores have that thread. I have an
8-32 tap I bought for the very same reasons. I think I got it from
Fastenal.
Barry - N4BUQ
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