Shortwave Resurrection: A Sticky Switch Fix on a Hallicrafters
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Summary
Restoring a shortwave radio gives a strong sense of nostalgia and mystery, but often these devices require a lot of old-school patience to get them working again - even more so than many modern gadgets.
A prime example is the Hallicrafters S-53A, which, when restored, is a brilliant illustration of small, well-placed fixes over drastic changes, with a legendary durability.
This restoration, by [Ken’s Lab] was mainly hindered by a very stubborn dial, but benefitted in the end from strategic application of lubricant to the dial.
This brought the radio back to life, and served as a reminder of the durability of these vintage devices.
