Hallicrafters S-40B ham tube type shortwave Receiver Troubleshooting dead band testing method

Numerous times over the years, I have had requests for troubleshooting dead bands on shortwave receivers. I finally had some spare time to put something together. This testing method can be applied to the Hallicrafters S-40B and others. If you need assistance with your receiver, contact me.

[@danrussell9357]

The bottom of the receiver looks great with the new caps. King Kobbler must have corn-gratulated you.

[@Tom-W7TMD]

I Love these types of videos! Thanks for sharing your knowledge Terry!

[@mackfisher4487]

Excellent Terry, something easily overlooked and gives insight to poor sensitivity on different bands.

[@mikefinn2101]

Great info video wow learned something new so happy thanks a billion 73s Mike

[@hestheMaster]

Thanks Terry for showing this testing tip!

[@sciencefollower]

It is very much appreciated, please.

[@electrolytics]

Thanks D-Lab. Videos from you like this one inspired me to get my Ham licenses a few years ago. Now I know what you're talking about(mostly) when I watch these videos.

[@dr.detroit1514]

Great stuff! I could have used this advice about 15 years ago on a Hallicrafters S-108 that had a dead band. As it was, I couldn't find it, had no idea how to approach such a problem, and I sold it with that problem noted. This may be a dumb question, but I'm guessing the A2 to GND link on the antenna strip has to be in place to test bands 3 & 4?

[@josephmagedanz4070]

Thanks for all the tips!

[@neutralobservation9418]

Sounds really good!