Need some hints for removing stubborn knobs plus some ideas for relettering S-40B front panel

[FRED HOLNAGEL]

Re: Hard to remove bolts etc. Try left handed drill bits for real small 
screws.  Worked for me on some optics. Fred W7PRV
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob And Bettina Groh" <rgroh at SWBELL.NET>
To: <BOATANCHORS at LISTSERV.TEMPE.GOV>
Sent: Saturday, June 03, 2006 1:58 PM
Subject: [BOATANCHORS-TEMPE] Need some hints for removing stubborn knobs 
plus some ideas for relettering S-40B front panel


> In a flurry of rash activity, I have tackled a Hallicrafters S-40B for 
> possible restoration. I've had this radio for a number of years - it was 
> in complete but poor condition when I bought it and time as not  improved 
> it. My biggest problem now is getting off several very stubborn knobs.
>
> In one case, I was able to get the screw all the way out and it still 
> won't come off the shaft. I am presently dripping thin (penetrating type) 
> oil into the open screw hole and just letting it sit.  P.S. I did check 
> for another screw - none visable.
>
> The other two knobs have (apparently) had their hex heads managled so you 
> can't turn the attachment screw(s).  One knob does turn all the way around 
> (i.e. past the physical stops)but still won't pull off. I am letting both 
> soak in the thin oil. If I can't get them to budge, I'm probably going to 
> drill out the offending screw.
>
> So any other ideas would be welcome.
>
> Second item is the redoing the front panel. It is a bit rusty on the 
> bottom edge and it (along with the cabinet) needs to be repainted. 
> Unfortunately that will, of course, wipe out the lettering (which is 
> painted/silk screened on). This probably means using decals - any 
> recommendations for sources? Or is there someone out there who can 
> silkscreen the lettering for me?  All hints and recommendations eagerly 
> awaited!
>
> Overall the radio is complete and I think warrents rebuilding - that is 
> not an economic choice, by the way, as I am sure the economics do NOT 
> favor rebuilding it.
>
> 73 de WA2CKY
> Bob Groh
> 420 NE Sunview Circle
> Blue Springs, MO 64014-2045
> (H) 816-228-6402
>
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