"David, thanks for the control explanation! I am working on installing a Philly into a cabinet that originally held a Phantom, and I will double check the escutcheon positions before I install them. I was going to position them as per a photo from…"
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Philharmonic grille cloth
Started this discussion. Last reply by Auroraoldradios Sep 21, 2023. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Sounds like Kenny Richmond is retiring; his web site is already gone. So if you need the Scott "Aztec" cloth, he still has some up for sale on eBay. I chatted with Michael Katz regarding carrying…Continue
Super XII
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brad Winder Jan 28, 2023. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hello everyone,Does anyone know if the dial pointer used on the Super XII is the same length as the one used on the Sixteen?There are lots of parts up for auction on eBay, and I am looking for a…Continue
Sixteen pointer
Started Dec 11, 2022 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hi Everyone!I am looking for a pointer for my Sixteen. I bought it with a broken dial cover and missing pointer. I found one from an Emerson that matches the style, but the pointer arms are not long…Continue
FM/AM Philharmonic parts
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brad Winder Dec 12, 2022. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hi Everyone!I am hoping to start on my FM/AM Philharmonic build this winter, but I am missing some trim pieces. And I hate starting on a project without having all the pieces to complete it.I am…Continue
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"Maybe we could talk with Michael Katz about doing this pattern?"
"https://www.richmonddesignsinc.com/grille_cloth_page_sizes_18_x_24_and_24_x_24
It's not a perfect copy of the original Scott "Aztec" cloth, but I think it looks good. There have been other copies made through the years, but are no…"
"Hi Ben,Round or square?
The round escutcheons aren't too difficult to find, as Scott used an off-the-shelf part, but they can have different finishes depending on the model and sometimes customer preference. "
"We have a local company here called Photometals, and I've had them recreate a couple chassis tags for me. Very hard to tell the original from the recreation, unless you have them side by side. "
"I can't believe how much it went for!"
"Those knobs are generic; RCA and others used them as well. "
"Good save! You're not nuts...you're a collector! Furthest I've drove one way is 4000km's ..."
"It's a bit painful to change..."
"John, I thought I would chime in...Maybe Kent could tell us if this is a possibility ...did Scott build power supplies for 25 cycle use? Could that be the issue with the differences in voltages and the fact your transformer only runs warm to the…"
"As a supplemental note to this issue, I have used chrome automotive tape to hide small areas of corrosion or blemishes on the chassis. It does quite an admirable job; you have to look close to see the edges if applied well.
Of course, this…"
"Bill,
WOW! Did that ever clean up nicely! What did you use?"
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