From: "Gerry" 
Subject: RE: [drakelist] Drake R4B Bad Caps Question


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That sounds like a real neat place to visit! I share your reticense about
using NOS electrolytics. Even if good, modern electrolytics are far better
in several respects. Tolerance for one is bound to be much better than the
+80% to -50% encountered in the old days. ESR (equivalent series resistance)
is likewise much better than the old caps. If I had to replace the
electrolytic can in my R-4B, I'd bite the bullet and cut the can then
re-stuff it with brand new electrolytics. Everybody knows about advancements
in technology but few people seem to be aware of tremendous advances made in
component design and manufacturing.

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From: owner-drakelist{at}www.zerobeat.net
[mailto:owner-drakelist{at}www.zerobeat.net] On Behalf Of Tim Kass
Sent: Sunday, December 12, 2004 6:05 PM
To: k8su{at}adelphia.net; drakelist{at}www.zerobeat.net
Subject: RE: [drakelist] Drake R4B Bad Caps Question


"Tim Kass"  made an utterence to the
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Kevin,

I dont remember what W8UT did, probably the same thing that Im telling you, 
but I saw a neat fix that someone did on one of my R4B's, left the 
electrolytic can in place so it looked stock, but cut all the leads from it 
underside and wired in separate small electrolytics...works great.  
Otherwise, its difficult to find replacements.  I have found some at 
Mendelson's Surplus in Dayton,Ohio, they have alot of NOS but I was alittle 
concerned about them being dryed up, I bought some and used them in my 
Hammarlunds, they were fine.  I don't know if they will get them for you 
however, Mendelson's is a huge surplus place, about the physical size of a 
football field, with rows and rows of NOS as well as used parts in bins.  I 
go up there about twice a year to stock up on parts and hardware, they also 
sell screws, nuts, bolts, etc. for $100 a pound.

73, Tim
K8WBL

WD-40, Balin' wire, silicone sealant and duct tape, pretty much fixes 
everything!



>From: "Kevin Gray" 
>To: 
>Subject: [drakelist] Drake R4B Bad Caps Question
>Date: Sun, 12 Dec 2004 13:49:04 -0500
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>"Kevin Gray"  made an utterence to
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>I am working on a R4B and have a noise when I turn on the rig. I am 
>assuming
>it is the caps in the Can.  I looked on the Drake site and saw that W8UT 
>had
>a good fix.  I was wondering if anyone has tried this method of fixing a 
>R4B
>or if there is anywhere to buy a can already manufactured with these caps.
>
>
>Thanks
>
>Kevin
>
>K8SU
>k8su{at}adelphia.net
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