Description: ZENITH Model H723 AM- FM radio Completely Restored For sale this beautifully restored classic receiver from ZENITH, manufactured in 1953, with its attractive design. All details were taken care to achieve a beautiful restoration. All the components in the cabinet were completely disassembled for an effective cleaning.The burgundy bakelite case was sanded and buffed to enhance its appearance and gleaming, it has no scratches or dents.The components in the front panel were restored, the dial numbering was meticulously repainted, the gold metal mesh grille and the pointer were repainted. The grille cloth was replaced with a new speaker cloth in a burgundy color. The back cover is original, was cleaned and re-tinted.A reproduction of the tube layout label was placed at the bottom of the case. Internally the radio looks excellent.All the components in the chassis were dismounted for cleaning. The chassis itself was deeply cleaned.The main tuning capacitor was cleaned and lubricated. The old film and electrolytic capacitors were replaced by new components, as well as the defective mica and ceramic capacitors and out of tolerance resistors; respecting their original location and arrangement in order to maintain the originality of the wiring. The electrolytic capacitor can was re-stuffed with new components.All the mica capacitors inside the I.F. transformers and FM discriminator were replaced with new mica capacitors or NPO ceramic capacitors. The old selenium rectifier was replaced with a 1N4007 diode and a dropping resistor was added to achieve the operational voltages. Resistors out of tolerance were replaced with new components.Switches, potentiometer and electric wafers were cleaned and lubed.Vacuum tubes were checked and the defective tubes were replaced with NOS tube.The tube base sockets were cleaned. A new polarized electric cord was installed.Electric wires in bad condition were replaced.The dialing mechanism was completely disassembled, cleaned and lubricated. The dial cord was replaced.The speaker was replaced with a NOS speaker. Finally, a complete alignment was done following the manufacturer's instructions. It is working properly in the two bands: AM and FM. See the photos attached. If you have any questions please let me know.The pictures posted are from the receiver on sale.Restored by "hallirestorer", take a look at the Facebook page. A copy of the operational manual is included. Although this radio has been restored to its original specs, it is still a vintage radio with vintage technology. At the time it was manufactured it was not subject to the RF interference that is generated today from flat screen TV, computers, cable modems, LED lighting devices, etc. Careful placement of the radio may be necessary to minimize audio interference. Radio aprox. size: 14 X 8 X 8 inches NO RETURNS I'll ship the receiver very well protected, please read my feedbacks. Thank you.
Price: 350 USD
Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
End Time: 2025-01-05T02:16:55.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Zenith
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
