B&B Tech: Full Monte TS-50/S

"FULL MONTY" TREATMENT FOR THE DRAKE 2B RECEIVER

The Drake 2B was a great entry-level ham receiver in the 60's, and it still is today! It offers tube receiver "feel" and "warmth" but with modern rig-sounding AGC, a choice of diode (AM) or product (CW, SSB) detectors, and great selectivity. In addition it is a very stable rig.

We are pleased to be able to offer the Full Monty deal on any Drake 2B that is in GOOD COSMETIC SHAPE and is not a "basket case". Here's what we do (be sure to read carefully, please):

	Replace the can electrolytic with a new, multisection filter cap (not NOS, but NEW!) and bleeder/divider resistors (color will not match the original, but size will).
	Replace V10, 6X4 rectifier tube (note 1) if needed.
	Replace V9, 6AQ5 audio tube (note 1) if needed.
	Replace other tubes (note 1) if needed.
	Replace C78, audio output cathode bypass capacitor.
	Replace other tubes and components as needed (note 1)
	R&R (remove and replace) all tubes and clean tube pins and sockets with Cailube D5.

	Clean all controls and switches with Cailube D5.
	Lubricate tuning hardware.
	Replace spindle drive cord. Dial drive cord replaced if needed (usually, not).
	Align RF and IF stages as needed.
	Add 10-1 crystal to provide 28.0-28.6Mhz coverage (note 2).
	Install 3 wire AC safety ground cord (note 3)
	on-air receive check, all bands

All this for a Flat Rate of only $199 (see notes)

IMPORTANT NOTE: FOLLOW OUR SHIPPING ADVICE! It's not recommended to use the orginal boxes to ship your radios. The original box could be destroyed, and the rig can be damaged if the foam is a little loose and the rig slides around inside the box. See the SHIPPING PAGE for packing instructions. Use of the original box(es) for shipping is not recommended.

NOTES ON THE 2-B FULL MONTY:
Note 1. All tubes and other components are extra, in addition to the Full Monty labor charge. We charge cost of components plus a small markup to cover shipping expenses.
Note 2. Stock 10M coverage is 28.5-29.1 Mhz; to receive 28.0 to 28.5 Mhz, a new crystal must be installed. If desired, we can add this band for only $29.95. This covers the new crystal and alignment/checkout. Please note, crystal prices are quite volatile; this price is subject to change. The cyrstals are manufactured in the USA and are not cheap!
Note 3. We highly recommend the installation of new 3 wire AC safety power cord for all vintage tube receivers. Addional charge of $24.95 will apply to the Full Monty labor charge. This will cover the cost of a new, 6' three-wire AC power cord and a new grommet, plus the additional labor to enlarge the power cord chassis entry hole to accomodate the new grommet. See our discussion of this subject here.

Basic Full Monty, Drake 2B	$ 189
Add: 28.0-28.5 Xtal	$ 29.95 (subject to change)
Add: 3 wire line cord install	$ 24.95
Total, Full Monty and all options, if needed	$ 243.90 (subject to change)

Please remember that tubes, electrolytic caps, and shipping will add to the final repair charge. You can see why we recommend the 2B full Monty only for radios in good cosmetic shape!