Fix for HW-8 VFO Cap

[Steve Galchutt]

Thank you all for your ideas and offers!!!

I found the following works great! No more loose VFO plates! Steve/N0TU

WILLIAM A STIETENROTH wrote:
> J.B. WELD is a two part mix it together epoxy that has metal in it. I
> have repaired the cylinder wall of an outboard motor with the stuff and
> it lasted for years.  It is found in most good hardware stores and auto
> parts supply stores. It takes about 8 hours to set up but when it does,
> it holds.  There are several HW-8 tuning caps around here that are
> repaired with it. Use it sparingly. Clean the plates and the shaft with
> lacquer thinner or acetone or something like that.  Mix a small amount
> and apply it to the very tips of the plates and to the grooves in the
> shaft. I use a toothpick  to apply it. Take your time, be neat, and make
> sure that everything is lined up right, as it doesn't set up fast, but
> when it does, it would be very hard to undo.
> Good Luck,
> Bill, K5ZTY