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For all your Collins repair and restoration needs, please contact me.

My speciality is the S-Line and KWM-2 equipment. Collins parts on stock, both new and used - please inquire on availability or from other sources. I know that many of you are new to Collins so if I can assist you, please feel free to call me at (814) 487-4403.

Also, allow me to assist you in buying or selling your Collins.

We are located near Johnstown, Pennsylvania, 70 miles east of Pittsburgh. Visitors to the Collins Radio Center are always welcome Drop off your Collins for repair/restoration if you wish.

Thank you - David Knepper, W3ST/W3CRA, editor of the Collins Journal and secretary to the CRA.

Join the largest Collins organization in the world today at www collinsra.com. Our email address is collinsradio@comcast.net

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KK7RV Rating: 2009-08-20
KWM-2A Repair Time Owned: more than 12 months.
After inquiring and searching for someone to repair my KWM-2A, I was told by a friend to contact Dave Knepper. Just talking with Dave on the phone convinced me that he was more than qualified and knowledgeable to repair my radio. I sent my KWM-2A to him which had many faults, and he repaired it and sent it back to me like a new radio. He repaired the radio and cleaned it up, resulting in a radio that look like it just came from the manufactory, and it performs awesome. I am more than satified and pleased with this radio, and thanks to Dave for a superb job. Anyone needing repairs on their KWM-2A should contact Dave immediately, you will glad you did. David Knepper will treat you right too.
WA1RM Rating: 2009-07-16
Great service Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Dave got a 75S-3 back up and running for me. It had been poorly shipped, and was the victim of various tries at repair that didn't work. He found broken and missing parts. When returned, all was well. E-mail and phone calls were returned promptly, very good communication about the repair and process. Repair rate is very reasonable. I would not hesitate to do business with him again.
WN9DDV Rating: 2009-07-12
Excellent Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
It would be difficult to say more good things about Dave and his skills and knowledge of Collins equipment. He fixed my KWM-2 that had some problems and gave me expert advice. He discovered problems that I did not know were there (such as seeing the PTO needed work and rebuilt it). Plus, he is a very nice gentlemen who is available to speak with on the telephone. To say that his charges are reasonable would again be an understatement. I highly recommend Dave.

Richard Pumphrey wn9ddv
AE3U Rating: 2009-06-20
KWM-2A Time Owned: more than 12 months.
The old KWM-2A, that I'd acquired a few years back, was in need of a good "going over". So after a bit of checking around, I decided to contact Dave Knepper and have him apply his talents to this venerable old rig. The unit was operable, but in desperate need of a good "oil change and lube". So off she went to Dave and wow, what a great job he did! The rig now proudly sits in the middle of my operating desk and works great. Receives like a champ and transmits like a gem. You just got to love the warm glow of vacuum tubes!

Thanks Dave
K1RE Rating: 2009-06-18
Extraordinary! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Every now and then, we may be fortunate enough to come across a real "jewel in the ruff." Dave Knepper is just that jewel! I had purchased a RE KWM-2A that was in need of restoration to original configuration, mechanical lubrication, a good cleaning and knowledgeable TLC. Not only does Dave perform the work exquisitely, he does so correctly, quickly and at rates that must have been in place at the time this gear was originally manufactured! His attention to detail and communication are superb. I highly recommend Dave for any and all Collins work.
Ron Egalka, K1RE
N7VXD Rating: 2009-06-08
The Genuine Article Time Owned: more than 12 months.
If you have a piece of Collins equipment that needs some repair or just some good old fashioned TLC, I highly recommend that you send it to Dave.His follow-through from start to finish is truly amazing,and his knowledge of the S-Line definately pays off. Dave has a network of Collins collectors that that can solve just about any situation you might encounter. His prices are resonable and his level of expertise really shows in the finished product. DON'T HESITATE, SEND IT TO DAVE.
WA5JUM Rating: 2009-03-10
KWM-2 Tune p Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I recently purchased a used KWM-2 over the phone and had it sent to Dave Knepper directly. Dave went through the transceiver and it looks and acts like it did when it was new. I am really pleased with all the personal attention. Dave kept me informed of the progress, let me know when he ran into some issues, and all were resolved beyond my satisfaction. Dave heads up the “Collins Radio Association” and also helps people like me get their gear up to speed.
KB1QIP Rating: 2009-01-10
Collins S-Line Repairs Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
David Knepper/W3CRA is well deserving of great review. Having found a complete S-line setup that was in need of someone who really knows this equipment I was reffered to Dave for help. I cannot say enough about Dave. He truely likes to help folks get this old Collins equipment up and running. I called him reapeatedly asking questions before I even sent my KWM2 off to him.
I figured I would do most of the clean up myself and have the expert tune it back to factory specs. What a great help and always willing to help out on the phone too.I will also add Dave does repairs at a very reasonable charge. If you are looking to revive Collins radio equipment Dave Knepper should be your first call. He can point you in the right direction of parts for do it yourselfers. Wonderful service.
KB6YH Rating: 2008-12-30
Collins repair expert Time Owned: N.A.
Dave repaired the tuning mechanism of my 75S3B repaired an audio problem I thought that I had to live with. He perfectly aligned the radio after cleaning and lubricating all critical points. He also corrected a mechanical problem in the ganged preselection rack. He is a pleasure to talk to and my radio was shipped back to me in its best condition ever. All this, and reasonable prices. Dave is great!
WA4VFR Rating: 2008-11-19
KWM-2 Repair by Dave Knepper W3CRA Collins Radio Assoc. Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
Last Month (October 2008) David Knepper repaired my KWM-2. I bought this KWM-2 on ebay, and it was DOA. It appeared that someone else had worked on it and had just given up....leaving a mess inside for someone else to deal with.
I had seen reviews of Dave on eham....so I decided to give him a try. Good Move on my part. He cleaned up and repaired the shoddy previous work....and even cleaned it up cosmetically.
Dave was great. He is fun to deal with. Very pleasant and obviously very knowledgeable about Collins equipment. And yes....very reasonable in the cost department.
I feel like I made a new friend in this process. I am very pleased with the whole transaction !! Thanks Dave. Anyone with a problem with Collins equipment...or just needing info should give him a try !
Travis Brookshire WA4VFR