How NOT to buy Johnson Viking II Ham AM CW Tube Transmitter Swapmeet Special

Video 800, Landmark goal by D-Lab electronics. Has this ever happened to you? Find a cool looking Vintage Ham radio, get it home and "eyes open" a disaster! A fellow from Cleveland did. He brought this monster to me for restoration. Great project. I'm removing more than Installing. Lucky at this point, the transmitter is operation at full power, super modulation. Unfortunately, the repair cost will be equal to or more than the purchase price. Lots of time involved to UN-mod this device. The owner is very cool and understands the situation, Thank GOD. When I complete this job a follow up video will be posted. Be careful at those swap meets, used radio dealers will blow smoke up your skirt, then when you get home the radio will do the same!