[jcassity]

my math says a 60ohm resistor across the pri and sec on that replacement IF will get you in the 15ohm area which for some reason i feel compelled to think it would be better for the radio's original design.
the next thing is to find out if the cap on each side is going to give you problems.
meaning,,, is this a tuned slug or tuned cap??????

i would get the old IF under a magnefying glass and find out if you can "see" the open and repair.,, tiny wire there like what,, 60awg?????