Millen #90711 VFO Restoration
The
Millen 90711 is the very rare VFO. My friend, W7AL, found it for me at
a hamfest in the Seattle area. He knew I was looking for Millen equipment.
Here are a few before photos ...
Ugly
- but it's complete!
The
copper plated chassis is quite good.
The
bottom looks like it just left the factory!
This
is the rear side of the dial - confirms the date of manufacture!
Metal
ready to be blasted and refinished
Bottom
view showing added electrolytic capacitors to replace defective can
Rear
view after cleaning, polishing, etc ...
Painting
complete; ready to assemble
Complete!
The
dial looks good with a new plastic face