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AirChief 07-14-2008 08:12 PM

Air Chief Makes intense buzzing
 
I've got a real nice looking Firestone Air Chief. My first experience with tube radio. It was missing two of the sound tubes and I just replaced them. I know the sound works because of the buzzing but how do I go about fixing the problem? I have all original documents if it's helpful.
Thanks, George

radiotvnut 07-14-2008 08:27 PM

It needs the electrolytic capacitors in the power supply replaced. These capacitors are polarized; so, make sure you don't wire the new ones in backwards.

While you're in there, replace all the wax paper capacitors. These are non-polarized so don't worry about which way the new ones go in.

JB5pro 07-17-2008 05:17 AM

How about posting a photo of it?
 
That would be a nice thing to do.

AirChief 07-18-2008 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JB5pro (Post 1993362)
That would be a nice thing to do.

She ain't The prettiest, but a steal at $50.
http://a965.ac-images.myspacecdn.com...bd458905ac.jpg

gadget73 07-24-2008 12:15 AM

I'd agree on the capacitors. The electrolytics are your buzzing noise. The paper ones should also be replaced, since they're not the most reliable things and after 60+ years, they're destined for failure sooner rather than later.

Tony V 07-24-2008 03:47 AM

Thats a nice radio. You'll be really pleased if your able to repair it. Good Luck!
-Tony

AirChief 08-03-2008 10:49 AM

Thanks for all your input. I'll take it apart and see what I can do.

Sandy G 08-03-2008 12:26 PM

Yep, you about STOLE that bad boy ! Congrats !


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