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Old 29th Jun 2017, 11:27 am   #9
kalee20
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Default Re: Cossor Melody Maker 494 A.C. Valve radio

Yes, it's a good set to start with! Chassis comes out easily, all one-piece, it's well spaced out, dial drive is simple. These Cossors are disappointing in sensitivity so need a decent aerial, but sound quality is good.

Really, of all the waxies, the only one to change immediately is the one coupling to the output valve, as Dave G4EBT says. The rest may be below par, but are unlikely to stop the radio working. So get replacements in, but don't change them yet. It's easy to introduce an extra problem which never existed!

If it has been switched on recently and didn't blow up, then the HT electrolytics are likely to be OK. You can feel the can for the first few minutes when you switch on yourself, but if it stays cold then leave alone. They either go leaky (and get hot) or dry out (you get loads of hum).

Look forward to progress!
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