[Heath] heathkit parts

[Robert Groh]

I have two opinions here - first the kind of discouraging one - I doubt very 
much if there is a hoard of dials out there.

Second is just a thought - the burgeoning capabilities of 3D printers at prices 
that a hobbyist can afford (i.e. less than $1,000) is opening up a distinct 
possibility of someone being able to make dials with very low first time capital 
costs.  That means, with low front end costs, that part cost should be low 
(well, low'ish).  So there is an idea for you to pursue - find someone (or maybe 
even a small firm) that has the capability of and the desire to scan a dial into 
a computer and reproduce some (or at least the worm guide part).

Bob, WA2CKY




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From: "wa6mhz at cox.net" <wa6mhz at cox.net>
To: heath at puck.nether.net
Sent: Sat, January 19, 2013 9:18:50 AM
Subject: Re: [Heath] heathkit parts

Somewhere, in the world, is a lifetime supply of Heathkit SB series dials, which 
are not manufacturable it seems as no one 

ever has come up with a replacement.  The original dials crack, sometimes so 
badly the tracker won't move through the worm guides
anymore and the dial is useless.  So there is a desperate need for these dials 
and someone is hoarding them.  Maybe they are waiting 

for the price to skyrocket on them  On Ebay, I see them going for $50 or more!  
That is probably the most COVETED Heathkit part, and someone who bought out the 
remaints way back when has them stashed.  Wish they would un-earth!

--
Pat Bunsold WA6MHZ
Curator
Crest Radio Museum

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