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jchav62 · 07-06-2009, 09:21 AM

Hey all,

I'm looking for a two-shaft type AM/FM radio with a working cassette for my '73. I've tried a couple units but can't seem to find one with a working cassette player. I still have tapes!

Anyhow, if you have something affordable let me know...Stock or aftermarket.

Thanks

JC62

setelec 73 · 07-06-2009, 01:12 PM

I have an old audiovox that I pulled out of my 73 let me see if I can find both the knobs and I will let you know. I think the knobs are gone though... I will check tonight...

jchav62 · 07-07-2009, 11:49 AM

Cool! I have knobs that should work. What's it worth to you?

jchav62 · 07-08-2009, 12:44 PM

Any news?

Anybody else got one on a shelf somewhere?

setelec 73 · 07-08-2009, 12:54 PM

garage was blocked the last couple of days... SORRY!!! I will look tonight when I get home.... I know that it is there though just not sure of the knobs like stated earlier. Where does it need to ship to??

jchav62 · 07-08-2009, 04:06 PM

Thats cool...no problem.

I'm in Santa Fe, NM 87507...

setelec 73 · 07-09-2009, 08:56 PM

Pulled the radio out of the garage. It is an audiovox AV932... not sure how old it is, but your welcome to it if you provide it a ride....NO WARRANTY !!!!! lol I will see about posting a pic later

**78 Big10 454** · 07-09-2009, 11:37 PM

JC, I still have an AM/FM cassette radio I bought for my '78 truck in 1991 from Crutchfield that is NIB. It's a two-shaft model designed to fit like factory. Let me know if you're interested.

cheyenne402 · 07-11-2009, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 78 Big10 454

JC, I still have an AM/FM cassette radio I bought for my '78 truck in 1991 from Crutchfield that is NIB. It's a two-shaft model designed to fit like factory. Let me know if you're interested.

Let me know what you want for it if he doesn't want it. Pics too. Thanks

babyJay · 07-11-2009, 12:50 PM

Hey Joe. I put a Cadillac stereo in my 87, just took a few mods to the face of the radio to get it to come out into my stock bezel far enough. Heres one...LINK

jchav62 · 07-13-2009, 06:23 PM

PM's sent...

Thanks guys! I've been away from my computer for a few days...

454HO · 07-13-2009, 10:21 PM

I got an old Kraco 8-track if you're interested.

whiskeydented · 07-13-2009, 10:37 PM

I have a factory am fm 8 track from a 73. That is if you still have your 8 tracks. lol

jchav62 · 07-14-2009, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by whiskeydented

I have a factory am fm 8 track from a 73. That is if you still have your 8 tracks. lol

Serious? Actually, that would be cool! I don't have any 8-tracks, but that would be one heck of a conversation piece. What are you asking for it?

JC

whiskeydented · 07-14-2009, 08:26 PM

I just got the truck the other night, let me pull it and get some pics of it.

Mike

babyJay · 07-14-2009, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jchav62

Serious? Actually, that would be cool! I don't have any 8-tracks, but that would be one heck of a conversation piece. What are you asking for it?

JC

When you get it I have a mint 3 tape set of Bing Crosby 8 tracks I can send ya.

b454rat · 07-15-2009, 09:26 AM

My sister found the radio that was in my 87 originally. It's a tape deck, radio itself works, can't remember if I tried the tape deck or not. Truck had 87k on it and owned my an old man, other than being dusty in real good shape. If you want I can snap some pics on my cell for yah...

454HO · 07-15-2009, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jchav62

.I've tried a couple units but can't seem to find one with a working cassette player. I still have tapes!

JC62

In my experiance, 99% of the time a cassette player does not work it is because the rubber drive belt has deteriorated and/or the pinch roller has become rock hard. It is usually not too hard open the player up and replace these parts. Most electronics stores have them or can order them for you, or you can find them online, if you know what sizes they are. I suggest replacing both and cleaning up the heads with some isopropal alcohol and maybe you can resurrect one of the decks you already have.

Honestly, almost any cassette player you are likely to find was probably manufactured at least 15-20 years ago. Even if it was never used, the belt has surely dry rotted. It may work for a short time, but would eventually break. And if the capstan/pinch roller is not in good working order you will get terrible wow/flutter and it may possibly eat your tapes.

One last caution, I would stay away from any auto-reversing tape deck. Yes it is more convenient to not have to take the tape out and flip it over, but the sound reproduction is usually not as good because you cannot adjust the head azimuth so that it is perfect for both directions. Also the reversing mechanism adds complexity and greater opportunity for something to fail.

jchav62 · 07-15-2009, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b454rat

My sister found the radio that was in my 87 originally. It's a tape deck, radio itself works, can't remember if I tried the tape deck or not. Truck had 87k on it and owned my an old man, other than being dusty in real good shape. If you want I can snap some pics on my cell for yah...

Sounds cool... Post some pics.

jchav62 · 07-15-2009, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 454HO

In my experiance, 99% of the time a cassette player does not work it is because the rubber drive belt has deteriorated and/or the pinch roller has become rock hard. It is usually not too hard open the player up and replace these parts. Most electronics stores have them or can order them for you, or you can find them online, if you know what sizes they are. I suggest replacing both and cleaning up the heads with some isopropal alcohol and maybe you can resurrect one of the decks you already have.

Honestly, almost any cassette player you are likely to find was probably manufactured at least 15-20 years ago. Even if it was never used, the belt has surely dry rotted. It may work for a short time, but would eventually break. And if the capstan/pinch roller is not in good working order you will get terrible wow/flutter and it may possibly eat your tapes.

One last caution, I would stay away from any auto-reversing tape deck. Yes it is more convenient to not have to take the tape out and flip it over, but the sound reproduction is usually not as good because you cannot adjust the head azimuth so that it is perfect for both directions. Also the reversing mechanism adds complexity and greater opportunity for something to fail.

That's some good info! Thanks! I've thought about opening one up and trying to fix. I've never done it before, but I think my brother has...Maybe I'll try it...

b454rat · 07-15-2009, 04:59 PM

Just left my mom's house where the radio is.....I'll try to get some tomorrow for yah....

jchav62 · 07-20-2009, 09:16 AM

Hey guys. I decided to open up the Pioneer I took out of the truck to see if it was fixable. The rubber band was good, and the tape was turning. I cleaned up the insides and wiggled some things around and it started playing. I'm going to put that one back in. Thanks to everyone for looking in your sheds and projects and sending pics. I appreciate it!

JC

b454rat · 07-20-2009, 09:40 AM

I got pics on my phone if you still want them.....

07-06-2009, 09:21 AM	#1
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	WTB - Shaft style radio Hey all, I'm looking for a two-shaft type AM/FM radio with a working cassette for my '73. I've tried a couple units but can't seem to find one with a working cassette player. I still have tapes! Anyhow, if you have something affordable let me know...Stock or aftermarket. Thanks JC62 __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

07-06-2009, 01:12 PM	#2
setelec 73 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 78	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio I have an old audiovox that I pulled out of my 73 let me see if I can find both the knobs and I will let you know. I think the knobs are gone though... I will check tonight... __________________ 1973 3/4 Ton Chevy 454 1990 Ford Ranger 4.0 2002 Cadillac Deville

07-07-2009, 11:49 AM	#3
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio Cool! I have knobs that should work. What's it worth to you? __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

07-08-2009, 12:44 PM	#4
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio Any news? Anybody else got one on a shelf somewhere? __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

07-08-2009, 12:54 PM	#5
setelec 73 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 78	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio garage was blocked the last couple of days... SORRY!!! I will look tonight when I get home.... I know that it is there though just not sure of the knobs like stated earlier. Where does it need to ship to?? __________________ 1973 3/4 Ton Chevy 454 1990 Ford Ranger 4.0 2002 Cadillac Deville

07-08-2009, 04:06 PM	#6
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio Thats cool...no problem. I'm in Santa Fe, NM 87507... __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

07-09-2009, 08:56 PM	#7
setelec 73 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 78	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio Pulled the radio out of the garage. It is an audiovox AV932... not sure how old it is, but your welcome to it if you provide it a ride....NO WARRANTY !!!!! lol I will see about posting a pic later __________________ 1973 3/4 Ton Chevy 454 1990 Ford Ranger 4.0 2002 Cadillac Deville

07-09-2009, 11:37 PM	#8
78 Big10 454 78 Big10 454 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pismo Beach, CA Posts: 842	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio JC, I still have an AM/FM cassette radio I bought for my '78 truck in 1991 from Crutchfield that is NIB. It's a two-shaft model designed to fit like factory. Let me know if you're interested.

07-11-2009, 12:50 PM	#10
babyJay Arrived on a Pale Horse Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SnagTown Indiana Posts: 2,524	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio Hey Joe. I put a Cadillac stereo in my 87, just took a few mods to the face of the radio to get it to come out into my stock bezel far enough. Heres one...LINK __________________ Jason 87 V30 350TBI/400 White w/Boss V-plow 89 R3500 CC SRW

07-13-2009, 06:23 PM	#11
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio PM's sent... Thanks guys! I've been away from my computer for a few days... __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

07-13-2009, 10:21 PM	#12
454HO Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,223	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio I got an old Kraco 8-track if you're interested. __________________ - Greg

07-13-2009, 10:37 PM	#13
whiskeydented Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: connecticut Posts: 261	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio I have a factory am fm 8 track from a 73. That is if you still have your 8 tracks. lol

07-14-2009, 08:26 PM	#15
whiskeydented Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: connecticut Posts: 261	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio I just got the truck the other night, let me pull it and get some pics of it. Mike

07-15-2009, 09:26 AM	#17
b454rat Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 3,469	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio My sister found the radio that was in my 87 originally. It's a tape deck, radio itself works, can't remember if I tried the tape deck or not. Truck had 87k on it and owned my an old man, other than being dusty in real good shape. If you want I can snap some pics on my cell for yah... __________________ 2000 GMC CCSB 454/4L80 6” lift SAS 1999 Chevy CCSB 454/NV4500 4” SAS 1999 GMC Yukon 350/4L60 6" SAS

07-15-2009, 04:59 PM	#21
b454rat Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 3,469	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio Just left my mom's house where the radio is.....I'll try to get some tomorrow for yah.... __________________ 2000 GMC CCSB 454/4L80 6” lift SAS 1999 Chevy CCSB 454/NV4500 4” SAS 1999 GMC Yukon 350/4L60 6" SAS



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07-20-2009, 09:16 AM	#22
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio Hey guys. I decided to open up the Pioneer I took out of the truck to see if it was fixable. The rubber band was good, and the tape was turning. I cleaned up the insides and wiggled some things around and it started playing. I'm going to put that one back in. Thanks to everyone for looking in your sheds and projects and sending pics. I appreciate it! JC __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

07-20-2009, 09:40 AM	#23
b454rat Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 3,469	Re: WTB - Shaft style radio I got pics on my phone if you still want them..... __________________ 2000 GMC CCSB 454/4L80 6” lift SAS 1999 Chevy CCSB 454/NV4500 4” SAS 1999 GMC Yukon 350/4L60 6" SAS

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