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Reviews For: COLLINS REBUILDERS - Collins S-line Repair by K2LRC

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Review Summary For : COLLINS REBUILDERS - Collins S-line Repair by K2LRC
Reviews: 129MSRP:
Description:
We repair and repaint Collins S-line radios with many years of experience with over 40 years as an active Ham.

Our services include complete Laboratory testing of all the gear using HP and Bird equipment. We use all original documentation and maintain a stock of parts and an excellent selection of replacement tubes. This is now a full time operation now located in Penryn CA.

See the web site for more details and contact information.

Product is in production
More Info: http://www.k2lrc.com
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W1QD Rating: 2013-11-25
very happy Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Collins gear has always been considered "high end"
equipment. As with fine "retro" automobiles, it is important to have the best mechanic. I highly endorse Peter, not only for his fine workmenship, but also on his excellent communications skills and turn-around time. Recently he repaired my 30l-1 amplifier and upgraded my 516f-2 power supply.
Very pleasant experence; if you love quality gear than please consider Peter Wittenberg as your "Collins" go to technician.
K4GNO Rating: 2013-11-20
Excellent Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Peter just repaired my 30L-1 that developed a problem in the bias circuit. He does an outstanding job, is very fair with his charges, and really cares about the quality of his work. Peter has done work for me before, and I highly recommend him for any Collins repair and restoration.
WW7Q Rating: 2013-10-21
S-Line Project Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Peter has been nothing short of a miracle worker when it comes to fulfilling my dream of owning a pristine, working S-Line. I picked up a "rough" 75S-3B, had it shipped to Peter who worked his magic and restored it to perfect working condition. I mentioned I was then on the hunt for a pristine 32S-3 - no problem! Peter literally "assembled" one for me and I took delivery of it last week. It looks new-in-the-box to me! I put the word out I would like to finish off the station with a 30L-1 - no problem! I can hardly wait to see what Peter "builds" for me. Peter is the best - not only in our business relationship but as a friend who has faithfully shared his passion for Collins radios with my dream of owning the very best (IMHO) - the Collins S-Line. Thank you Peter!
KK4PLI Rating: 2013-09-25
Repair of 30L-1 Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Picked up an early 30L-1 amp from an estate sale - unit powered up but as is the case, needed repair. Sent unit to Peter to check out and determine needed repairs. It required more complicated repairs than expected. Peter stuck with it till he got it performing as a Collins should - and at a reasonable cost given the time and effort apparantly required. Given what was discovered about the unit, probably would have been ahead of the game to pass on the original purchase - - But with Peter's gracious assistance, I felt the overall investment was acceptable. I wholeheartly recommend Peter and Collins Rebuilders!
WB8RYX Rating: 2013-08-17
KWM-2A, PM-2,312B-5, 30L-1 WE Refurbish Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
Peter did a great job bringing this Collins equipment back to life. This equipment had seen heavy use before being put in storage for 10-15 years. The station was very dirty and in my opinion not safe to even plug in. The KWM-2A sounds fantastic and is superior to my current state of the art digital communications receiver. I could not be more pleased with the service and the cost.
WY6K Rating: 2013-08-14
Does great work Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I had Peter do a pretty complete refurb of a KWM2-A, both functional and cosmetic. I was very happy with the work he did!

I recommend him!
KV7H Rating: 2013-07-17
Superb! Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
I either purchased from Peter or had him refurbish 8 different Collins products, including power supplies, receiver, transmitter, etc. and could not be more pleased. His work is excellent and he is HONEST with you. Both qualities make him a very good bet to keep your Collins equipment working like it should
N1BZ Rating: 2013-07-10
Collins KWM-2A & 516 Power Supply Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Peter repaired my Collins KWM-2A and matching 516F power supply. He replaced the tubes, aligned the radio and recapped and tested the transformer. Peter also kept me updated throughout the process. It's amazing how great the radio performs and sounds. Been getting rave reports. Peter has all the test equipment knowledge to get those historic rigs up and running.
Thanks Peter!

N4TL Rating: 2013-06-03
KWM-2A RE Tune Up Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I shipped one of my KWM-2As to Peter and he did a great job fixing it up. I used his suggestion on how to box it up and ship it. Everything went well. I have a second one that needs some work and plan on shipping it to him on Thursday this week.


W4WTC Rating: 2013-05-28
Consistently Great Results Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
Over the past 3 months Peter has repaired and recalibrated (4)Collins Radios for me. This included a KWM-2A, KWM-2,32S-3 and a 75S-3C. I am very happy to recommend Peter to any other Ham who desires to have the job done in the best possible way. In particular, the 32S-3 was one of those "borderline" challenges of making a decision to repair,abandon or keep for parts. Peter stuck with finding a solution to the problems and the result is gratifying...its back on the air and sounds great according to those who give the critical reports. My thanks to Peter for a great track record in repair of my Collins gear. I recommend him highly ! Terry, W4WTC