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Zenith 3000-1 problem and a cure
I found this 3000-1 at an estate sale last weekend. Got it for a fair price but quite grimy. The owner pulled the batts in 1997 (his note inside) and it was unused since then. Build stamp inside of 10/20/67.
Handle is strong. Chrome was minor pitted but much better with some steel wool. The vinyl is shrinking but not too bad. Problem was I could not get the back open to power it up. The piano hinge was seized. I tried several oils and nothing happened and I did not want to force. Chuck Az suggested an oil called Kano Kroil. Bought an 8oz can and used a small brush to apply. Three coats and 1/2 hour later the hinge was free. Anyone ever use this stuff?
Now for some D cells and the original Zenith AC adapter to arrive. Power up post to come.
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