07-31-2021, 04:56 AM | #1 |
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1940 radio
has any one had there radio convered to FM. doe,s it sound well. if yes who did the work
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07-31-2021, 10:45 AM | #2 |
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Re: 1940 radio
I can tell you who NOT to send it to. A friend sent a nice working 36 radio to Billtheradioguy in Shelton WA. The radio he got back was a 37, had things done not asked for and argued with him when he said it wasn't the same radio he dropped off.
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07-31-2021, 11:46 AM | #3 |
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Re: 1940 radio
Sent my '40 radio to Ralph the Radio Guy in Bartlett, IL Get at least 30 clear FM stations. Really a nice guy. He's at 773-814-5094. Tell him Carl sent you.
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07-31-2021, 02:03 PM | #4 |
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Re: 1940 radio
I sent my ‘40 radio to Joe at Classic Auto Electric in McPherson KS. He pulled out the old radio innards and refit a new AM/FM inside, same controls, works good.
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07-31-2021, 04:14 PM | #5 |
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Re: 1940 radio
Could save yourself a lot of money by just installing a Bluetooth enabled speaker under the dash. Limitless possibilities from your phone and really incredible sound for around $150.
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07-31-2021, 04:49 PM | #6 |
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08-01-2021, 06:21 AM | #8 |
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Re: 1940 radio
What is done is to remove the internals of the radio and install a couple of printed circuit boards one is a power supply. The speaker can be upgraded for better sound. I had a radio converted by R & B Vintage Radio in Mt. Juliet, TN [email protected] see him on the web www.randbvintageautoradio.com
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08-01-2021, 06:45 PM | #9 |
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Re: 1940 radio
I'll agree with Tim Ayers suggestion.
I bought a Retro AM/FM Portable Bluetooth Radio Speaker, (Amazon). Built a simple sheet metal bracket hung from 2 nuts under the glove box opening. Under $50. It runs for hours, maybe days, on a single charge. I can easily remove it for shows, and use it outside the vehicle for picnics. As a bonus, I found one with an imitation wood enclosure so it matches my dash pretty well. - When driving, I use bluetooth and play my own song selection, Big Band sounds for era correct cruising. It can make and receive Bluetooth calls, I don't use that function. - Since is is rechargeable, it does not drain my cars electric system. - I can move it between vehicles |
08-02-2021, 09:09 AM | #10 |
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Re: 1940 radio
While this option might not be for everybody, my car is already 12v. I removed the factory radio and put the radio delete plate in. Then I used a single speaker with dual speakers in it, similar to the one posted above. Then I used a hidden unit from Woody's that has FM/Bluetooth. It's about the size of a pack of cigarettes. I made my own bracket that didn't require any drilling in the car, and covered the speaker with fabric. I probably have about $150 wrapped up in it, and it's all self contained in the car.
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