30-05-2012, 10:23 AM
It's probably worth mentioning the need - in respect of the relatively few sets that it applies to - that in the case of gram (PU) sockets fitted to AC/DC chassis (the odd Philips set, among others) that these too should be isolated by capacitors that are above reproach, such as 'Y' rated types. The original wax-coated ones fitted would be absolutely bog standard and liable to leak after the years have taken their toll. Anyone not wishing to have any form of capacitive connection for an aerial could make a purely inductive connection quite easily by wrapping a number of turns of wire around the aerial coil, either onto tape insulation or by the use of ready-insulated wire. Extended, this could then safely be used as a throw-out aerial.
Tony
Tony
