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05-09-2015, 10:14 PM
I'm a proud owner of a 37-630 Code 121 console! Pretty nice shape. The cabinet needs a little work. None other than the Fred Taylor looked it over and pointed out several places that need some help.

BTW, Fred is a genuine nice guy. I saw his work and his work in process today. Amazing talent, that's for sure.

This one will have to wait till the 60B gets done, then the 116-122 Standard Version gets done. I'm posting the 60B now and will do a series on the 116 too.

This is so cool. I got it at a good price too! I don't think that grill cloth is the right stuff. Fred was pretty sure somebody pulled a cushion off the sofa and used that for the grill! LOL!

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05-09-2015, 10:51 PM
Nice radio. Had 37-640 (look similar) - very nice performer. And pleasing to the eye when restored properly.
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05-09-2015, 11:36 PM
It will get restored properly. And with Fred only a phone call away I'll get expert advice on the cabinet!
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05-10-2015, 08:36 AM
Very nice good luck with it!
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08-21-2015, 09:48 PM
yes...nice I have one also but yours is much nicer!
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08-21-2015, 11:32 PM
Gene, welcome to the Phorum!!
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08-22-2015, 10:42 AM
Really? I always thought Fred was a mean old cranky bum.... Icon_lol

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08-22-2015, 06:23 PM
(08-22-2015, 10:42 AM)OldRestorer Wrote:  Really? I always thought Fred was a mean old cranky bum.... Icon_lol

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08-22-2015, 07:30 PM
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08-22-2015, 07:43 PM
Nice find hope it turns out to be a keeper!
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08-23-2015, 12:55 AM
 I believe that the front end is the same as a 37-640, same band coverage, RF deck, and IF deck, but the power output stage is single ended rather then push pull.
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