Bob, This seems to be a good repo grille cloth for your set! Not exact, but pretty close!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ANTIQUE-RADI...item5aed3914c8

Thanks, that does look pretty good. I better go for a larger side for when I screw up. Boy do I hate installing grille cloth!

I can't wait to pull the chassis and get it cleaned off :)

Here's a closer look at the veneer loss. I've seen pretty good repairs just done with painted on faux wood grain. I guess I could give that a try.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8371/8...7446ff64_c.jpg

I agree. Sometimes grille installation goes like a breeze, other times everything goes wrong!
As far as the finish, I find that darkerening those bad spots is the first step to making them dissapear. Then a little stippling-in if necessary. You've done impressive cabinet work befor Bob. I see this one as an easy job for you!

They are pretty sets. I have a rare version with a matching Turntable/Tabletop setup. It has the very first 3-speed Webster-Chicago turntable in a drawer. It was an easy cosmetic and electronic resto:

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...10Resto015.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...Resto004-3.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...Resto003-3.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...Resto003-2.jpg

Shemp & Moe approve!

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...Resto009-1.jpg

[QUOTE=M3-SRT8;3059375]They are pretty sets. I have a rare version with a matching Turntable/Tabletop setup. It has the very first 3-speed Webster-Chicago turntable in a drawer. It was an easy cosmetic and electronic resto:
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Very nice! That set and the Philco 48-1000 are two of the best examples of that early post-war modern deco look with tabletop TV sets.

Was that ion burn caused by the "OFF DOT"?

SR

I found it hard to believe, but the 12JP4 doesn't use an ion trap so the burn is inevitable.

Awesome find! Congratulations!

Thanks. I went with decojoe67's suggestion and picked up this grille cloth. Actually, it's not really grille cloth as it's rather heavy but definitely better than what's in there now.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8366/8...9b6d1d23_z.jpg

Glad I could help Bob. It at least has the general idea of the original. The reddish color in it actually works with the cabinet color. I think it'll look fine.

I finally got around to pulling the chassis on this beast. Hey it's only been 3 years :rolleyes:

It was getting late and I didn't have a chance to take photos under the chassis. I'll do that tonight.

So far it looks to be in good condition and pretty much all original.
https://c7.staticflickr.com/1/603/31...238d3dff_c.jpg066

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/385/31...01748a9c_c.jpg

https://c3.staticflickr.com/1/573/31...42881488_z.jpg

That melted gasket material sure is a mess! Any suggestions for cleaning it off ? Hoping to avoid using a gallon of paint thinner :yuck:

https://c5.staticflickr.com/1/700/31...ab8a26a6_c.jpg

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/563/31...1ed9336b_c.jpg

Here's the underside - heavy sucker!
https://c5.staticflickr.com/1/261/31...3b4ab8f2_c.jpg

Odd place for a tube ?
https://c6.staticflickr.com/1/482/31...d0bd5c58_c.jpg

Hope the power delay relay is still good.
https://c7.staticflickr.com/1/606/31...38838656_c.jpg

I don't trust candohms :no:
https://c6.staticflickr.com/1/667/31...ddcf2dfa_c.jpg

The tuner shaft feels sloppy so I'm assuming the worst - the shaft is broken :tears:
Not sure how to get it open to confirm. Seems like the CRT is in the way of removing he screws on the side.
https://c7.staticflickr.com/1/289/31...9d630db0_c.jpg

Cool set. It looked liked Dumont made the tuner obviously, but seeing the underside it looks like Dumont made the whole thing. That'll be a great performer once restored.

Heat likely was the cause for that gasket material turning into a lava flow. So I conclude cleaning it on a hot summer day in a 110 degree attic would be helpful. :D BTW I still don't have my model 125 finished. Way too many projects and not enough hobby time. :sigh:

I know what you mean. I'm getting ready to move

Acetone had little effect so I got to thinking maybe it's the same gasket material as the Motorola VT71. Bingo, water slowly but steadily dissolves it :)