Zenith 6S229 - Removing & Cleaning the old Tuning Condenser

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Жыл бұрын

While waiting on the weather to improve, taking time to remove the old Tuning (Variable) Condenser (Capacitor), some quick capacitance checks for future reference before a thorough cleaning using citric acid, water, and a few cycles in the ultrasonic cleaner with dishwashing detergent.
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@rciancia Жыл бұрын

That's great Don. These Zenith units were high end for their time and many were mechanical marvels. Good to see this one getting the right treatment from you. Its going to be amazing when you are done.

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Thank you Ron. The mechanical engineering is amazing for the period and sometimes hard to comprehend without studying. Best, Don

@jamesmann1243 Жыл бұрын

Don, I use white vinegar, to soak my tuning condenser's in. Usually over night is sufficient, then the tooth brush and simple green cleanser, to remove the old slime and oxidation that has accumulated over 70+ years of use and abuse.. great videos, love the one of the Faux finished cabinet. Great Job.

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

James, thank you for the info, it’s always great to know how others tackle these issues successfully and I appreciate your kind words on the cabinet. Best, Don

@AllAmericanFiveRadio Жыл бұрын

Nice Zenith, looking forward to seeing more and listening to it working.

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rick. Hopefully it will make sound again. Best, Don

@barryfleischer6553 Жыл бұрын

You're amazing, to do all that work and video it. You make it look so easy. So many times parts go flying or worse, I can't remember where I put them. How many times have I been working and I'll see a tube that I stupidly left on the bench roll off and break before I could catch it. Its so much easier to watch someone else do this stuff. I really enjoy your channel.

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Barry, thank you. The old floor monster eats my parts at times too. I appreciate you following the series and reaching out. Best, Don

@hinspect 11 ай бұрын

Neat video, I'll have to look over some of your other videos From looking at the beginning, removing the tuner a roll of Solder-Wck would've come in handy to avoid clipping things loose with flush cutters🤔

@RestoreOldRadios 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I keep solder-wick on hand these days; it does come in handy for sure. All the best. Don

@JoeNathan42420 Жыл бұрын

Yesterday I found an old (older than the one In this video Im pretty sure) zenith. It was in very bad condition and basically the only thing I was able to salvage was the condenser. Can't wait to get it back in working order and surfing waves again

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Very cool, I hope things go as planned. Best, Don

@greggsvintageworkshop8974 Жыл бұрын

Looking good Don, congratulations on reaching 10,000 subscribers!

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Gregg. Best, Don

@tubeDude48 Жыл бұрын

I ALWAYS clean V.C.'s and other parts in an Ultrasonic Cleaner with *Simply Green !*

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Do you dilute it or use at full strength? Best, Don

@tubeDude48 Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreOldRadios - I use full strength on really bad condition items, but use 1/2 & 1/2 on most items. I then blow them off with an air compressor, and fill the bearings with lithium grease.

@DERB_Seymour_Indiana Жыл бұрын

Hey Don. Cool stuff all. Nice touch with the documentation. :)

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

I appreciate it Doug, I need to touch it up; hard to read my chicken scratch at times. LOL Best, Don

@tectalabyss Жыл бұрын

Hi Don. I am enjoying the restore. Has always I L and S. All my very best.

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it Bobby. Glad you’re enjoying the series to this point. Best, Don

@ahmedsalim4294 Жыл бұрын

😍😍😍😍

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Best, Don

@oldavguywholovesRCA Жыл бұрын

Always a fun time on your channel. How much citric acid did you use? That stuff is pretty potent.

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

I just did a video and published it after seeing your comment; one teaspoon of citric acid with two cups of warm water. Best, Don

@oldavguywholovesRCA Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreOldRadios thank you for that Don. Can’t wait to do my next restoration video and use that method.

@deanschmeltzer9620 Жыл бұрын

Hi Don , my 6s229 the dial was not soldered on just pushed on. Careful if you get another very easy to break while installing . Also, the grid cap wire on mine was not shielded . Hope this helps

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

Dean - helps a lot my friend. I appreciate your feedback. Best, Don

@deanschmeltzer9620 Жыл бұрын

@@RestoreOldRadios It is I who is grateful I have learn so much watching your videos. I really love what you did to the cabinet . I must admit I was skeptical at first, boy that thing turned out great . Thanks

@stun3282 6 ай бұрын

Would I do something like this for a television tuner?

@RestoreOldRadios 6 ай бұрын

Check out the new series that Bob just started and he would be a great resource for your question. Best, Don youtube.com/@bandersentv?si=8NhOhnXPu_k-tyk2

@barryfleischer6553 Жыл бұрын

....I spent two weeks looking for a capacitor I never actually removed. D'oh!

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

LOL I’ve been there and done that. Best, Don

@johnsenchak1428 Жыл бұрын

Citric acid, isn't that what they use in soda? Why do they call it a gimmick capacitor?

@RestoreOldRadios Жыл бұрын

John, you’ll see my earlier reply to the citric acid question. A gimmick was just the name given as it’s a trick, i.e., twisting two insulated conductors together to form a 1 to 3 pF capacitor or so and was a cost effective solution for those low value capacitance needs. Best, Don