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I wonder why the original lead was replaced with this though! It wasn't a bodged on add on bit. It went to the switch threaded through the original grip which because the flex is so thin wasn't gripping it at all. This wire is much thinner than the usual twisted flex found on table lamps and fairy lights though and as stiff as solid wire, it can be bent to shape and stays that way!
I have replaced it with a period bit of flex like the original would have been (red and black).
I won't be selling the radio so I don't see the old colours being an issue. I have replaced a few caps and given it a clean inside and lubed the tuner indicator that was tight. I now have a radio for my garage (used on a plug in RCD!)
It should be ok in the garage as I have a much cherished classic car so it has a central heating radiator in there and the Bush is on a shelf above it.
The old bit of wire has been saved from the bin it will be used to tie runner beans in the garden! Should be safe enough for that!