[TA Forbes]

Hello, Eric: Many of the early Crosley sets had the wirewound volume Pots, and the common problem with them is the "wiper" wears through the wire, causing an open condition. Because the Crosley was an "affordable" set, they often have some wonderful problems that are directly related to their cheap construction. Additionally, early 30s Crosley models used cardboard filter electrolytics under the chassis, and they tend to leak electrolyte under the chassis and cause more problems.

This is not intended as a slam against Crosleys, as I myself like and own quite a few of the early 30s Crosley Cathedral models in my collection. In fact, I am listening to a model 127 as I write this. After the headaches that I had getting it to play, I am getting my money's worth out of it!