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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pack my radio for shipping?You can obtain packing guidelines from the major carriers, such as USPS, UPS, FedEx, and the like. In general, your table model radio should be packed to withstand at least a 6-foot drop to a hard floor. You might want to consider having it professionally packed at one of commercial mailing services. Console radios present special problems; they are best crated and shipped by a shipping service. Back to Top
Where can I find replacement vacuum tubes for my radio?Wireless Workshop maintains an inventory of tubes exclusively for use in the
radio restorations we perform. We do not sell parts by themselves. An excellent
source of vacuum tubes is Antique Back to Top
Why doesn't my radio receive anything but static?Assuming the radio is in operating condition, it may need an external antenna to receive am broadcast stations. Most radios built in the 1920's and 1930's require an antenna to be connected to the radio. A screw terminal or binding post at the back of the set marked "A" , "ANT", "AERIAL" . In urban or suburban areas, inside a house with wood frame construction, 15 to 20 foot length of just about any kind of insulated wire connected to the antenna terminal will usually give fairly decent reception. This wire can be strung along the baseboard of the floor adjacent to the radio. For rural locations or inside buildings with a lot of metal in their construction (like most commercial buildings) more sophisticated antennas are usually required. See next question Back to Top
Who is a good supplier of antennas ?We suggest you contact C. Crane Company at www.ccrane.com They have a variety of good antenna products, and the expertise to guide you toward the best antenna for your needs. Back to Top
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