[TMC] FS: Front Panel Hardware for the GPT-750

[John Poulton]

I recently caucused with several fellow TMC restorers to see if we could
figure out a good way to reproduce the custom captive screws that secure
the three drawers into the GPT-750 cabinet.  These things are a bit odd...
3/4" head with a screwdriver slot, necked-down busing (the 'captive' part)
and a 5/16" fine threaded portion.  The screws are stainless steel that's
been "passivated".

The bushings that are pressed into, then swaged onto, the panels are also a
bit of a puzzle.. they're brass, nickel plated.. essentially big, heavy PEM
nuts.

To make a long story short, I found a local machine shop that was not only
willing to make the things, but made them EXACTLY according to the original
TMC drawings.  The results are absolutely beautiful.

If you need to replace some of your front-panel screws, or if you're
thinking about making a custom panel (say.. for a modulator?), please have
a look at:

http://tmchistory.org/tmc_forsale/index.htm

This hardware isn't cheap, but keep in mind that it's all custom made!  TMC
didn't use ANYthing that was cheap... :)

Hint:  don't ever use a screwdriver on these screws, even though there's a
slot.  3/4" hex socket only!

Finally:  would there be any interest in a reasonably faithful reproduction
of the RTM Modulator front panel?  If so, please get back to me..

73, John K4OZY