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Aren't we being a little melodramatic? Cloth covering that is worn or
discolored does not always indicate a break down of the inner insulation. Roll back the cloth a little and take a look. If the rubber is defective it will be evident by flexing it. Let's not always fall on the sword and over-analyze. If the cord is in a condition that causes you to ask this question, then it must be replaced. Safety and reliability are always the number one goal of any radio work. Generally, all cords should be replaced, especially those that are that old. Cloth-covered reproduction power cord is available. |
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I will maintain that any electrical cord on anything, that is as old as
we're talking about here, should be replaced. We "shotgun" capacitors. Same thing - part of a restoration. Of course if you're just talking about a cosmetic restoration (in a museum or on a shelf, never to be plugged in) then of course that's a different story. "Denton" wrote in message m... Aren't we being a little melodramatic? Cloth covering that is worn or discolored does not always indicate a break down of the inner insulation. Roll back the cloth a little and take a look. If the rubber is defective it will be evident by flexing it. Let's not always fall on the sword and over-analyze. If the cord is in a condition that causes you to ask this question, then it must be replaced. Safety and reliability are always the number one goal of any radio work. Generally, all cords should be replaced, especially those that are that old. Cloth-covered reproduction power cord is available. |
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