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63superreverb
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TV 2 tube tester

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Does anyone have any information on Tube Testers TV-2 C/U

I just purchased this tube tester very good shape no sticky meters...but it seems to test most tubes really good 12AX7 EL-34 EL-84 but....but when i test 12AT7s seem to test very low even with newer tubes....is this a filter cap problem...or ????
any information or tube tester repair information would be greatly accepted, phone numbers, email, web sites, ect....personal information..
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Re: TV 2 tube tester

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Those old testers need calibration...my Sencore MU-140 has 2 tubes inside.

Get the thing calibrated.

I had mine done by Chris Hayedt but he sadly passed away some years ago...

Others will chime in...you may Google Hickok TV-2 for maintenance manuals and/or repair/calibrate tech...

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Thanks for the reply Tubetwang
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there is a guy on Ebay who calibrates and services Hickok's you can find him on Ebay when you search Hickok.
All you need is a standard service ( cleaning and more then likely a few parts replaced ) and a calibration and you'll be good as new!

I'd guess $200 and it's good as new!
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