[R-390] Strange slugs in my RF deck

[Grayson Evans]

Thanks Barry, 
I ordered some replacement slugs from Fair.  Not sure if they come with the springs, hope so.  
I remember something about the two (RF, IF) being different.  They do look the same. So far, they all seem to slide OK.

73, 
Grayson

On Nov 9, 2014, at 3:12 PM, Barry <n4buq at knology.net> wrote:

> Hi Grayson,
> 
> Sounds like someone was desperately trying to make some repair parts.
> 
> The slugs should have a small spring affixed to the slug with the other end affixed to a set screw that has a spline drive.  The slugs for the RF deck are different from the ones in the IF deck - not so much size-wise as I think both are the same size, but the composition of the two slugs are different so they're not electrically interchangeable.
> 
> I'm pretty sure you can locate good slugs from either someone on this list or possibly a place like Fair Radio, etc.
> 
> BTW, these are meant to be assembled dry.  Do not use any liquid lubricant in them.
> 
> Good luck with it,
> Barry - N4BUQ

Grayson
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