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Review Summary For : Ron Baker - WB4HFN
Reviews: 46MSRP:
Description:
Drake and Collins expert repair and restoration
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.wb4hfn.com/
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N4FO Rating: 2022-10-21
Fantastic Work & Excellent Communication Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I purchased a 2C Receiver online and I purchased it in an unknown condition by the seller, but was at a bargain price that was too good to pass up, and I have always wanted one.
After I received it and did an initial inspection, I determined it needed to go to Ron for some work. I reached out to him to see if he did work on the 2C and he said that he did and so I sent it off for a Full Service. Ron fixed it in a few days and sent me an invoice and pictures of the 2C after the repair. I sent payment and he promptly shipped it back to me.
I received the 2C back in fine shape and it sounds great and looks great.
Thank you Ron for a fantastic job!
73 de N4FO Steve H.
W5NG Rating: 2022-10-16
Simply amazing work! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Ron did Drake radio repair for me in the past. He was great then, and he is great now.

I recently sent him a TR-4CWrit and an R-4C for complete refurbishment. I just got back two radios that look and perform like they came out of a time machine from the Drake factory in 1978. Maybe better, if that’s possible!

Once again, thank you Ron!

73 de W5NG George
AE9DX Rating: 2022-04-01
Simply the best!!!!!! Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
Here's one more "OUTSTANDING" to add to the list!
Ron has repaired several of my "4 line" rigs for me and as others have stated they have come back working and looking like new.
The service is great and his prices are reasonable. What more can you ask? As I sit and write this, my R4C is chattering away CW in the back round........
K7FD Rating: 2022-01-05
Drake R7 refurb & alignment Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
My experience with Ron was top notch. Emails quickly answered. Provided print out of work performed. Extra attention to details. Thorough.

John K7FD
KG6AQZ Rating: 2021-08-07
R4-C repair Time Owned: more than 12 months.
After 15+ years of great service, my trusty TR-7 began to act up.The digital readout ran wild rendering the radio unusable.Ron did a super repair but then the readout failed again.Ron found the trouble was a translator board which was replaced, solving the problem.He repainted the case a second time with like-new results.The TR-7 looks and acts like a new radio.A special surprise was the PTO.The smoothness is unbelievable and a pleasure to use.Overall, the radio looks to be good for another 15 years. Tnx Ron.


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Earlier 5-star review posted by KG6AQZ on 2017-06-23

My Drake 2C needed some TLC after being used for 20+ years. Ron WB4HFN did an excellent overhaul and repair including painting the cabinet and face-plate cleanup. On air results were excellent. Much more sensitivity and amazing audio-the XYL took a look and listened and asked if I had bought a new radio!! I will be sending Ron more of my Drake equipment in the future.He delivers excellent results.Tnx Ron!
Just received my R4-C back from Ron. Looks and works fine. It was in need of a good overall tune-up and clean up. PTO is so nice and smooth now. It is still a wonderful receiver after all these years. Tnx Ron
N7SU Rating: 2019-08-16
Excellent Drake radio service at fair price Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I am adding my endorsement of Ron Baker to the long list of satisfied customers listed here. A few months ago Ron serviced my T4X-B and R4-B. I was very pleased with the results and the documentation I received. I have several other pieces of Drake gear that I am going to send to Ron for service. Ron has the skills and equipment necessary to perform the necessary repairs and maintenance service on these Drake radios and I happy we have him as a resource in the amateur community. 73
KL7EZ Rating: 2019-06-20
EXCELLENT PRODUCT & PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
Ron Baker (WB4HFN) completely refurbished my Drake C-Line. Refurbished equipment includes a T-4XC Transmitter, R-4C Receiver, MN-2000 Matching Network, MS-4 Speakers (2 each), L-4B Amplifiers (2 each), L-4PS (2 each), AC-4 Power Supply and W4 Watt Meters (2 each).

Ron completely worked through the transmitter/receiver… Provided VFO/PTO cleaning, applied new bearing grease, mechanical calibration, cleaned all switches & controls, cleaned band switch with DeoxIT, replaced blue tint & white background filters, provided chemical degreasing chassis brush clean wash & blow-out with air hose, tube sockets cleaned & degreased, all tubes checked & cleaned, all tube pins cleaned & straightened, T/R relay checked, contacts cleaned and tension checked/adjusted, full radio alignment, exterior cleaning, case washing, paint touchup & buff waxing, front panel knobs cleaned and polished and white lines restored.

Ron’s chassis wash included a thorough scrub and steam clean. Any damage such as rust spots and corrosion were removed as much as possible. Chassis clear coat sealer was applied to protect the equipment from further deterioration.

Ron repainted the case of each piece of equipment. This process included sanding down old painted covers to bare metal, primed surface, applied two smooth paint coats and a final textured finish.

Ron replaced the old existing AC power cords with a new three wire ground power cord.

Ron also replaced can filter capacitors with new filter capacitors as the old filters may be dried out, leak, or faulty. All electronic or mechanical components were tested to ensure to proper operation to specification. Any faulty components were replaced.

In general, Ron exceeded all expectations. Ron is polite, patient, excellent communicator and extremely knowledgeable. Ron has worked on Drake equipment since the 1970’s and his skills are superior. All these talents and values were provided at a very reasonable expense. Equipment repair turnaround time was fast. My equipment looks and operates like brand new. If you are needing assistance in bringing your Drake gear back to life, give Ron a call. You will also be a very satisfied customer. Ron provides a very interesting and detailed web page at http://www.wb4hfn.com.

Thanks Ron!

Scott
Gallatin, TN
N9AI Rating: 2018-09-24
Fantastic Drake Work Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
Sent a TR7A to Ron because the output was low.
He did a terrific job fixing it up and getting
the output corrected.
I would recommend him to any Drake owner that needs
a bit of help.
N4PSE Rating: 2018-08-15
Awesome! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Ron repaired my R4B; great communications, turnaround, and fair pricing. Do not hesitate to use this nice guy for your Drake gear.
KB2DHG Rating: 2018-06-05
repaird my T-4XB Time Owned: more than 12 months.
My DRAKE T-4XB had died and after several attempts to repair it myself, I had to finally give into sending it out to a professional. My search for the best Drake Repair person pointed me to Ron. AND I AM SO GLAD I found him.
He fixed my T-4XB which turned out to have multiple problems. Not only did he fix it, it came back looking and working better than ever! His pricing is very fair and he is honest. I could not be happier THANK YOU RON BAKER!