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Triggermann · 16th Aug 2019, 10:26 pm

I have just acquired this AR88 from an SK estate and could do with some help as I try to resurrect it.

It's history is supposed to be...
An SWL bought it sometime in the 1950's from a surplus sale, used it till the 60's then it sat unused in a brick heated house (UK).

So 50 odd years later I step in. I have downloaded user books and circuits.
My first steps with the radio are to examine and make good any damage / aged items. AC won't be applied until it's electrically safe, and then via my Variac.

In the meantime can anyone comment / direct me to the below information..

1. Exact type of AR88, age etc?
2. Serial number, where is it? Mine has 001912 stamped on the top right hand corner of the rear panel and 002222 hand written on a paper modification sheet on the RF Shield.
3. Modifications.. clearly the signal meter is not standard, there's red light and a twist in fuse holder either side of the PHONES socket and a what looks like a female 7/8 coaxial socket on the rear panel. Is this an RAF R1556 or similar?

Thanks Andy

16th Aug 2019, 10:26 pm	#1
Triggermann Triode Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Ellan Vannin (Isle of Man). Posts: 10	AR88 - New keeper I have just acquired this AR88 from an SK estate and could do with some help as I try to resurrect it. It's history is supposed to be... An SWL bought it sometime in the 1950's from a surplus sale, used it till the 60's then it sat unused in a brick heated house (UK). So 50 odd years later I step in. I have downloaded user books and circuits. My first steps with the radio are to examine and make good any damage / aged items. AC won't be applied until it's electrically safe, and then via my Variac. In the meantime can anyone comment / direct me to the below information.. 1. Exact type of AR88, age etc? 2. Serial number, where is it? Mine has 001912 stamped on the top right hand corner of the rear panel and 002222 hand written on a paper modification sheet on the RF Shield. 3. Modifications.. clearly the signal meter is not standard, there's red light and a twist in fuse holder either side of the PHONES socket and a what looks like a female 7/8 coaxial socket on the rear panel. Is this an RAF R1556 or similar? Thanks Andy Attached Thumbnails