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    Khorns, 1980's model with no Bass, Help

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    Greg:

    I had the same problem with my '78 K-horns when I bought them.

    It was the battery trick that pretty much told the story that the woofers were shot.

    After taking out the woofers, both dust caps were dislodged and the paper cones were barely attached. Not sure if this was due to abuse or they just rotted out because they were stored in a garage for an extended period of time

    I purchased a pair of K-33E's from Bob (BEC) and now everything is fine.

    Bob was very helpful throughout the testing process and sent out the NEW replacements very quickly.

    I believe Bob has some for sale on e-bay right now and I can't recommanded anyone better to buy from.

    eBay item #5761194786

    Hope this helps!!

    JJ

    K-Horn Side Grills

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    Thanks for the reply, Tom.

    I'll set my sights on some good quality Birch Plywood.

    Hopefully my CNC programmer can do some magic and cut these out for me.

    It will save a lot of time and hassle and another plus is that my neighbor is a furniture repairer/Upholsterer and will do the the re-grilling for me.

    Thank You everyone for your help!!!!

    JJ

    Belle Klipsch Speaker Dating OL-341 & 342

    in General Klipsch Info

    Posted

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    On 3/19/2005 10:06:21 AM ohknats wrote:

    He bought them along time ago and the speaker numbers are OL-341,342.

    How do I determine how old these are? Can someone please help.

    Thanks,

    Ohknats

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    Hi:

    There should be more to the S/N than 341 & 342. Like a letter in between.

    i.e 111?341 & 112?342

    OL= Oak Laquer

    JJ

    K-Horn Side Grills

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

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    On 3/17/2005 11:00:42 PM Dylanl wrote:

    1/2" It does not need to be baltic birch. They are sprayed Black. 4'x8' sheets can be bought at Lowes or Home Depot. If you want you can get birch there.

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    Thanks, Dylanl.

    My Question #2 wasn't worded very well.

    My Question #2 should be: Are all 4 panels the same shape? i.e the notches on the bottom. (opposite side of the beveled edge).

    Thanks

    JJ

    K-Horn Side Grills

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    Hi:

    I have a couple questions regarding the side grills for '78 K-horns (WO B style).

    1. What kind of plywood was used for these grills? I found an old thread that Andy (HDRbuilder) mentioned to use Baltic Birch. This type of plywood is very hard to find in my neck of the woods unless it is special ordered. Since I'm looking for one 4x8 piece, no place will even think about ordering. (I want to keep the speakers as original as possible)

    2. Are all the grills the same shape/size? All but 1 side grill is trashed so I have no idea if all four are the same design.

    Thank You in advance for your help!!

    JJ

    RETROFIT KLF-30'S WITH MAGNETIC SHIELDING

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    Owner32:

    You can purchase bucking magnets from Klipsch, if they still have them in stock. I can't remember the prices, but they were reasonable.

    Other members may have alt sources to purchase these magnets.

    JJ

    P.S. Use the SEARCH engine (above, right) and put in... bucking magnets..

    There is a lot of info on this subject.

    Also, Welcome to the Forum!!!

    Diaphram Kits sold by Klipsch

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

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    On 3/11/2005 7:20:57 PM Tomski wrote:

    I wonder If I could hire his maid

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    Funny you mentioned that..I thought I was in a scene from Cops, you know where they show the inside of garbage houses.

    Lucky for me, I only had negotiate the obstacle course carrying a top section of one of the K-horns.

    You sure could tell they are/were strapped for cash, so hopefully it didn't go up in smoke, and I'm not talking about the legal kind of smoke.

    I look at it as I rescued a pair K-horns from a bad situation and now they are in a better place. [smile>

    JJ

    Diaphram Kits sold by Klipsch

    in Technical/Restorations

    Posted

    Tom:

    I was the one that bought the "Klitch" K-horns that were located in Richfield.

    Yes, those Cornwalls were in rough shape and knew they needed alot of work so that why I passed on them.

    As for the K-horns, it would have been a better deal if the woofers were not rotted out, but still got them at a good price. New replacements from BEC got me running again.

    There is some veneer damage but all in all the corners are good and with a little stripping and re-oiling they will look very presentable until I get the funds to reveneer.

    I would like to see some after pictures of those Cornwalls, Tom.

    JJ

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