Tool for Philco Compensating Condensers - Printable Version

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Tool for Philco Compensating Condensers - markmokris - 07-14-2015

Where can I find a tool for adjusting the trimmers (compensating condensers) in the Philco Cathedrals (Model 60, 89, etc)? It looks like I need a small socket wrench-type tool (pencil size) that will fit the little hole and the little nut. It should be non-metallic of course.

It has to be somewhat "hollow", since there is usually the end of a threaded post sticking out through the adjusting nut.

You guys know what I mean.

I try to adjust them from the side with a pair of needle noose pliers. To say this doesn't work very well is an understatement.

Thanks,

Mark K8KZ

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RE: Tool for Philco Compensating Condensers - klondike98 - 07-14-2015

http://philcoradio.com/phorum/showthread.php?tid=242&pid=1389#pid1389
[url=http://philcoradio.com/phorum/showthread.php?tid=242&pid=1389#pid1389][/url]Here's a thread on the topic

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RE: Tool for Philco Compensating Condensers - morzh - 07-14-2015

Yes, I used a ball pen tube and heat formed it around a nut of a proper size.

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RE: Tool for Philco Compensating Condensers - markmokris - 07-14-2015

Wow! Great thread and great tips!

Thanks guys!

Mark

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