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RON! Original color for these radios
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08-08-2014, 07:42 AM
Ok The 66 first. I am thinking the grill is medium walnut and the front is perfect brown. Some look like the sides and top are dark walnut but not sure..
Anyone know?

The 80 Jr next, Is there any toner on the grill? maybe a light walnut? It actually looks like a homey maple or something?? And the cabinet medium brown?
Any Ideas to the right colors?

I want them to be restored to original factory colors.

Thanks
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