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Old 04-22-2017, 03:34 PM
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Sounds identical to a Radiola 80, which I need a replacement chassis for too. I replaced the interstage transformer on it and recapped it which surprisingly DIDN'T cure an audio issue and a burning smell. I'm familiar with the process you're thinking of also, having just diagnosed and repaired an open secondary winding in a transformer for a Radiola 60. I was going to rig an outboard transformer to replace the secondary and variac the transformer up separately while watching the B+.

It's not worth it. I picked up a replacement power chassis and after checking it through had the radio playing in a half hour. Unless you really enjoy such electronic repair puzzles, I'd suggest the same.
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