Johnson Viking Ranger I Transmitter, #12 Rebuild Complete

Description

EF Johnson
Viking Ranger I , #12
SN: 137868
This Ranger I is wiring version II ( includes keyer/bias sub panel and PTT).
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Johnson Viking Ranger I SN: 137868
Rebuild Complete
* Overhaul/rebuild started
* Unit disassembled to chassis
* VFO Module overhaul complete, module tested.
* Front Panel Repaint ( and eventually re-decal) is underway.
* All tube sockets installed.
* Power transformer and HV filter choke installed.
* 8 new 6-32 nutplates installed on rear chassis face.
* Front panel : two coats of primer, two coats of Johnson Light Grey on upper portion of panel. Lower portion gets two coats of Johnson Maroon.
* Under-chassis wiring re-work in process. This is slow going as the entire under-chassis wiring needs repairing/rework We start at one end, usually the RF section and move from there.
* RF under-chassis wiring approximately 80% complete
* Wiring installed for keyer/bias sub-panel
* Wiring installed for PTT circuit
* Buffer and PA tuning shafts and shaft couplers installed
* Power transformer input wiring and line filters installed.
* Second stage panel re-paint successfully completed.( see photo). We will allow two weeks for the paint (enamel) to cure before we start the decal process.
Note: Enamel cures rather slowly and becomes harder as it cures.
* Installed coarse loading switch, loading variable capacitor
* Under-chassis wiring complete
* Under-chassis RF & Modulation wiring completed
* Temporary meter installed, Metering tested: Osc,Buff,Grid, PA, MOD
* Top chassis shield installed
* PTT & Keying wiring installed
* Under-chassis shield installed
* PA HV circuit installed
* VFO module installed & tested
* Crystal Oscillator tested
* PA Plate components installed
* PA Coarse loading capacitors installed
* Panel re-paint completed and cured.
* Panel decal process started.
* Panel decals installed, sub-panel decals installed
* Panel and sub panel rework complete. We allow a week for the clearcoat to dry and the panel be ready for installation.
* Decal installation complete on panel and sub panel
* Panel Meter installed
* Panel installation started.
* Knobs cleaned, clearcoated and installed.
* Ball drive snubber assembly installed and adjusted.
* Dial pointer installed and adjusted.
* Dial installed
* Dial Lamps and transmit lamp installed
* Keyer adjusted for VFO cut-off in Non-transmit ( PTT not energized) * Green Knob on sub-chassis*
* Cleaned PTT relay contacts
* Metering checks
* Modulation checks, Modulation metering tests.
* Case photos coming soon. Case needs repaint, currently painted Johnson Maroon.
* Adjusted Modulator Idle IP. ( Red Knob on Sub Chassis)
* Power and modulation tests
* VFO calibration tests
* Cabinet Photo posted. Yes, the cabinet does need a repaint. Cabinet has new rubber feet installed.
* Photos show rebuild process.
*Alll sales final, no warranties or guarantees expressed or implied. No returns. Technical assistance, if needed after sale, via Email.
***** This unit is equipped with PTT ( Push to talk), therefore tune up and transmit will not work unless the PTT  circuit is energized. A "test" switch is provided on the PTT module to energize the PTT circuit when the unit is out of the case and a microphone with PTT switch may be connected to the MIC connector. ****<~~~~~~
* Refer to included schematic for microphone connector pin-out.
* This unit is shipped with several pieces removed and packaged separately in the shipping carton:
1) AC Line Fuse Cap
1) HV Rectifier Tube
2) Modulator tubes
1) Rear panel jumper plug
1) Main VFO tuning knob.
3) Long case rods.
* Case secured using the 8 6-32 machine screws on rear lip of chassis.
* If you have never operated a vacuum tube transmitter from the 60's and 70's, we highly recommend acquiring a copy of the Ranger Owners manual for study and reference.
Shipping Via Fed Ex, insured for sale value. Double Boxing standard, Insured for sales price. Gross shipping weight approximately  100 # . Fed Ex shipping is approximately .00~.50 per pound. Shipping fee includes Fed Ex pickup and packaging materials.
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* Unit SN: 137868
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