Transitor for 68 radio?

Hi Guys.

The original AM/FM Stereo radio in my 68 Riv has a faulty transistor, causing the front speaker not to work.

The "blown" transistor have, as fare as I can see, part # PRT 3098067. That should be a "common" transistor #, not a GM #.

I can not find it locally, and would appresiate if any of you could advice of a possible source where I can purchase per mail order.

Per.

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Radio Problem

Hey Per -
What is the Model # of the radio ? I have a schematic and parts list for the AM/FM Buick Radios (7302514,7302534) and the transistors are listed with 4 different part #'s - (Delco, GE, International Rectifier, and RCA), but I need to know which one of the 13 radio transistors it is. The number you specified doesn't match any in my parts list. :TU:

 

Hi Randy.

Appresiate your reply.

All I know is that it is a AM/FM Stereo unit. I don't have the radio here at the moment, (will get it tomorrow), but I think most of the "paper labels" are unreadable or pilled off. Will try to get some more info on the model # than.

It is the transistor that are located, (and can be seen from the outside), on the side of the balance control, (passenger side), & located between the "heat fins". Approx 5/8" in dia.

Untill than :beer :beer

Per.

 

AM/FM Stereo Radio

OK Per -
According to my info your radio would be a #7302544 (should have a seperate FM multiplex unit) - I don't have any material available for that model, but I asume it has to be similar to the AM/FM mono radio.

The transistor you are referring to is the Output transistor and has the following part numbers:

Delco DS-501, GE-4, International Rectifier TR-03, RCA SK-3012
(Note PNP*)
*When replacing apply silicone grease to both sides of insulator.
Tighten mounting screws securely.

Hope this helps you out - LOL :beer :TU:

 

Thanks Randy.

The only label I can find on it, (partly readable), say ......804 - 4M..., but that look like a patent "thing".
On the front "chrome" cover is part # 7307423 2 casted.

Hovever, I am sure that the Delco # you gave me from the mono radio will be the same.

I am going on a six week home leave to Norway starting Sunday, so I might not be able to check it out, but I will keep you informed about it ASAP.

Thanks again, Per.

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Hi Randy & the rest of "the team".

Had no luck finding the transistor in Norway.
Anybody have any idea where I could possibly get one ordered and shipped "on-line" from the US?

Per.

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:ball:

No luck with the Delco DS-501 transistor at Radioshack.
Have tried different search to no avail.

Any other suggestions?

Per.

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Thanks Larry. :TU:

Being an absolute doork on the computer, I only know the Yahoo search ou: ou:

I have already sent them a request. Hope they are willing to ship overseas.

Will keep you informed. Thanks again.

Per. :beer

 

Radio Problem

Just a thought Per -
Buy a cheap AM, and use it for parts ? o No:

 

Yes Randy, I have been thinking of that, but can't find any locally.
Just shipping and custom tax bringing it from the US will be well over $100, and can you imagine if the same transistor is blown ou:

Anyway, just received a answer from "Larry's", http://www.ceitron.com/semi/ceidelco.html, & have ordered from them.

Thanks for helping.

Per.

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One of those days.

Hi Guys.
Just for your info, had the new transistor fitted at a shop in town.
Tested it at home before atempting to install it, & it still does not work. Getting really p...ed. :af:
Luckely I ordered two transistors, so I still have one spare in case "they" blew it.

Seems that good old radio tech's are impossible to find these days.

On top of that, my alternator quit working, :rant: , the A/C still does not work :ball: & it seems that I have a problem with changing to 3 gear.

I think I better sit down & have a beer or two ou:
(Or maybe a LARGE Vodka).

Per.

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