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2021 AGM competition results

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  • Roy Arbman’s AK708
  • John Dodgshun’s signal tracer
  • Terry Collins’ AVO VCM
There were 3 entries this year for the AGM competition.
Roy Arbman entered a very nicely restored Atwater Kent model 708 that had needed major cabinet work and won Radio – Restoration and Performance certificates 
John Dodgshun entered a clever scratch-built signal tracer using 2 valves plus a magic eye and won Test Instrument – Design and Construction certificates.
Terry Collins entered a complex restoration of an AVO VCM tube tester that had suffered heat and water damage. A tip for similar cleaning jobs; cooking oil, backing soda, detergent and toothpaste were all used. Looking like new, and with comprehensive electronics replacement Terry’s entry won Test Instrument – Complex Restoration certificate and Overall Winner certificate.
Details will be published in the year end Bulletin.
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