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Old 04-04-2011, 05:03 PM
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Originally Posted by old_coot88 View Post
Yes, that coil form should be rigid and not wobbly at all. It crystalizes from heat and gets crumbly over time. Are you monitoring the HOT cathode current? It may be high since the coil is no doubt detuned from the 'dip' it was originally set to.
No, I have not checked that. Another person has posted saying that his set had similar problems and that the coil should be replaced. Would I use an amp clamp or break a connection and connect an ammeter in series to check this current?
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