12-31-2017, 05:27 PM
I changed my mind about getting a tube type preamp and decided to go with a transistorized one. I found a Bozak unit for about $15 with free shipping. I can wire it to come on when power is applied to the changer from the AC switch in the radio chassis. Since it will be instant on, there will be no delay when switching to phonograph function with the radio function knob. It will also be physically smaller and easier to find a spot for in the cabinet.
This will allow me to finish the electronic related issues with the unit faster and then I can move on to repairs to the cabinet. The cabinet has some missing pieces of veneer at the rear of one side and one piece on the front of the phonograph compartment. I can get replacement veneer at Rockler and get the cabinet looking better. It will not be exactly like it was when new, but I am not a cabinet maker and do not have all the tools which a full cabinet restoration would require. The front will be very presentable after the phono compartment is repaired and if the cabinet is near other furniture no one is really going to notice the spliced pieces of veneer on the one side.
Joe
This will allow me to finish the electronic related issues with the unit faster and then I can move on to repairs to the cabinet. The cabinet has some missing pieces of veneer at the rear of one side and one piece on the front of the phonograph compartment. I can get replacement veneer at Rockler and get the cabinet looking better. It will not be exactly like it was when new, but I am not a cabinet maker and do not have all the tools which a full cabinet restoration would require. The front will be very presentable after the phono compartment is repaired and if the cabinet is near other furniture no one is really going to notice the spliced pieces of veneer on the one side.
Joe
