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Attached is a copy of an e-mail I received from Scott, W4PA of Tentec,
explaining how their serial numbers work.
73, Dave, VE1ADH
On Thu, 21 Oct 1999, Jim Reid wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> Have two 544 Tritons here, one needs the PTO
> rehabbed and the Offset control repaired(does not
> come ON when pushed in). Other seems in fine
> shape, but face finish is "polished" from finger rubs
> a bit about the Offset control.
>
> One has S/N 544-0246, and manual which came
> along with it has a yellow-orange page in the back
> with the numerals "12-76", upper right corner.
>
> Other is S/N 544-753 (no 0 before the 7). This unit
> came along with a manual for the 540 analog version.
> I would guess this was the "newer" unit, but actually
> is the one needing the work
>
> I have the PTO rebuild kit, but the instructions to
> accomplish intimidate me, hi. Will return to TT for
> the work. Any idea what they might charge? Have
> been meaning to call them, but they are closed by
> 10 AM my time, and I keep forgetting to call that
> early in the morning! Guess I should leave a note
> for myself, hi. Or, should I jump in and attempt the
> rebuild of the PTO? Only 30 steps, you know, remove
> top, sides, and front panel; remove this,
> "DON'T TOUCH" something else......etc. . Kit contains
> several tiny parts -- little washers, a few small ball
> bearings, a brass shaft, pack of grease, and some
> other bits. Appears I would have as much success
> with this as I would at disassembly of a pocket watch,
> then cleaning and restoring it!
>
> Reluctant to take this task on!!
>
> Which is newer, and any way to know the dates when
> new from the serial numbers?
>
> Thanks and 73, Jim, KH7M
>
>
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