Hi all,
Just a suggestion, maybe a way to go for somebody that wants to experiment a
little...I've heard of QRPers using clear labels and a computer printer to
make a label to cover the front panel of homebrew rigs. They use word
processing software to place the print in the correct places on the labels,
apply the labels to the front panel, then carefully rub out the bubbles with
a Popsicle stick. If large enough labels aren't available, perhaps adhesive
laminating sheets could be used. I have not personally tried this, and your
results and mileage may vary. It is an interesting prospect for restoring
those worn front panels, though. Maybe one of you brave individuals can try
it and report results to the group.
73 de KB8TRK - Phil
----- Original Message -----
From: Michael O. Hyder <N4NT@charter.net>
To: <n0alo@southwind.net>
Cc: Ten-Tec Reflector <tentec@contesting.com>
Sent: Saturday, March 04, 2000 1:48 PM
Subject: [TenTec] Ten-Tec Panel Restoration
>
> Hello ALO--
>
> There is an interest among owners of Ten-Tec Triton radios for refinishing
> their front panels. The panels are a brushed aluminum with what appears
to
> be screened lettering on them. Over the years, fingers rub the lettering
> off.
>
> There are two main rigs, the Triton 540 analog model and the Triton 544
> digital model. Two screens would be needed to do both rigs.
>
> I can supply you with a new 544 panel if needed for making the screen.
I'm
> sure someone else would have a good 540 panel. The panels are about 4.5
> inches high by 14 inches long.
>
> The 544 panel needs one color (black), but the 540 panel may need two
> colors, black and green. My memory is dim about that 540 panel.
>
> Ideally, someone would remove his panel and ship it to you to be restored.
> We would surely want some sort of durable paint to better withstand use
over
> many years, if possible.
>
> Are you interested in undertaking such a project? Can you estimate the
cost
> of the restoration?
>
> Many thanks,
> Mike Hyder -N4NT-
> N4NT@charter.net
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