m II wrote:

dxAce wrote:

I had an FT-9090, think it's the same, just that the 9090 had an all metal cabinet. Mid 70's or so stuff.

I think you're right. I'm surprised the 'pinch wheel' or capstan or
whatever it's called hasn't deteriorated yet. I have an old reel to reel
with a rotting rubber 'pinchroller?'. I don't know if any new old stock
is available anywhere.

They were built like tanks. I sold mine back in '90 or so for around $50.

dxAce
Michigan
USA