RON RAMIREZ, PHILCO HISTORIAN & COLLECTOR - Repair of 1939-1942 Philcos

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THE REPAIR OF 1939-1942 PHILCOS AND OTHER RADIOS WITH RUBBER-COVERED WIRING

The restoration of Philco radio receivers made between 1939 and 1942, as well as other early radios (such as many Atwater Kent, Majestic and Zenith receivers) which utilize rubber-covered wiring under the chassis, is a VERY time-consuming procedure.

A repair such as this simply cannot be done in a few hours' time. It often takes from a few to several days, depending on the size of the chassis and number of tubes employed, to redo one of these sets.

Therefore, I have instituted the following policy regarding the repair of sets with rubber-covered wiring, including all 1939-1942 Philco sets:

I offer two levels of restoration on these sets. First, I offer the top-level restoration, which includes replacement or resleeving (as appropriate) of all of the rubber-covered wires under the chassis for maximum safety.

Prices start at $350 plus parts & shipping (price is dependent on chassis size) for the top-level work.

I also offer a a "fix-it-quick" level which only includes replacement of the capacitors (and other components as needed). I will make every effort to be sure no wire touches another but this level of repair carries NO WARRANTY as I do not touch the rotten wire insulation with this level of repair.

Prices start at $200 plus parts & shipping for the "fix-it-quick" level of work (again, price is dependent on chassis size).

PLEASE SPECIFY which you prefer (top level or fix-it-quick) when submitting a 1939-1942 Philco for repair. If you do not specify, I will assume you want the top level work with rubber insulation replaced.

No down payment is required for electronic (chassis) restoration work on sets using rubber-covered wiring.

I have a Philco made between 1939 and 1942 with pushbuttons. I looked under the chassis and I see several cloth-covered wires. Does this mean my restoration will be cheaper?

Usually, no, unfortunately. Some 1939-1942 Philcos used cloth-covered wires between the pushbutton assembly and the associated components in the back of the chassis. Underneath these components, however, a large amount of rubber-covered wires are present, and still must be taken care of. Don't be fooled by the presence of some cloth-covered wires - it is still just as difficult to service these sets.

Thank you for choosing Ron Ramirez to restore your vintage radio!