1973 RCA XL-100 Console in Los Angeles - Videokarma.org TV - Video

mech986 · #1 06-04-2006, 07:45 PM

Hi All,

My parents bought this RCA XL-100, Model no. GR729W, new in 1973 (when I graduated from high school!!) and used it throughout the 70's and early 80's. I do remember it being somewhat tempermental in the mid 80's after they moved to Rowland Heights east of L.A.

It has been sitting in my Mom's upstairs bedroom unused since the early 90's IIRC. I think there were some problems with it so I have not tried to turn it on or do anything with it. My dad passed away in 2004 and mom doesn't want it around any more.

I'm posting it here (or it should be moved?) for anyone to tell me if there is an interest in this (looked on a search and saw the xl-100 is a mixed bag). It would be there for the picking up to an AK'er who could take it away and give it a good home or repair it. Maybe put in a donation to AK.

Here's some pics I snapped last week. Console condition is pretty good. Post replies or PM me. Thanks.

Regards,

Bart

mech986 · #2 06-04-2006, 07:46 PM

additional pics

smoker76 · #3 06-04-2006, 09:43 PM

That is a beautiful set! Somebody will want it for sure. I am too far away or I would love it.

mech986 · #4 06-05-2006, 10:28 AM

Thanks smoker76,

I'm hoping someone near or in Southern California will feel the same way.

Regards,

Bart

mech986 · #5 06-22-2007, 09:45 PM

Hi all,

Still looking for any Ak'er's interest in this TV Set. Let me know.

Regards,

Bart

Sandy G · #6 06-22-2007, 09:52 PM

Dammittall, why are th' Good 'Uns ALWAYS too far off...Snaggunfrassundirtyrassin'grumblemumblegrumb le....

Gianni · #7 06-22-2007, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by smoker76

That is a beautiful set! Somebody will want it for sure. I am too far away or I would love it.

Gianni · #8 06-22-2007, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Sandy G

Dammittall, why are th' Good 'Uns ALWAYS too far off...Snaggunfrassundirtyrassin'grumblemumblegrumb le....

Janet Jackson to 'y all, too!

mech986 · #9 06-22-2007, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Sandy G

Dammittall, why are th' Good 'Uns ALWAYS too far off...Snaggunfrassundirtyrassin'grumblemumblegrumb le....

Hey Sandy,

If there was a way to Pony Express this to you, I'd start workin' on it now. I just want it to get to someone who can use it or appreciate it. And thanks for all the well wishes you've sent to Lessa and my family. Everyone thinks you're a mean ole cuss and such, but we know better, underneath that hard internet exterior is a purrin' pussycat...

Regards,

Bart

Gianni · #10 06-23-2007, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Gianni

I am a "smoker76" too!

Gianni · #11 06-23-2007, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Gianni

I am a "smoker76" too!

Ah:
Nice TV, parbleu!

Telecolor 3007 · #12 06-23-2007, 10:17 AM

Gush, what I want to have that in my living room.

jpdylon · #13 06-23-2007, 10:22 AM

I'd like to help you out with it Bart, but I am out of room for extra sets. I've got about 4 too many and I can no longer navigate my own workshop.

I'm more of a tube tv guy, but If I had the room I'd probably come and snatch that set up just because they make such a damn good picture!

truetone36 · #14 06-24-2007, 01:37 AM

I'd get it if I could, But I don't have transportation just yet (have a '62 Corvair van but it's not ready to drive just yet, have to do some wiring work).

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kx250rider · #15 06-24-2007, 11:53 AM

If it's in danger of being thrown out, I could probably find a safe place to stick it until someone else can give it a permanent home. But hopefully someone who does want it permanently will speak up first!

Charles (near enough to LA)