My Cobra 142 GTL

[Terrible]

I just got the radio from ebay its a good talking good receiving radio just the meters stick is there any way to fix this my self or anyone know where i can get replacement meters for it? any info would be great thanks

 

[SmackDown]

For replacements I would go to Ken's in Michigan.


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[Shockwave]

On the back of the meter there is a small set screw that the meter movement pivots on. The screw is usually covered by a piece of clear tape. The screw usually has a coating of green locktight on it so it will not move freely. You will need a small jewelers screw driver to fit this set screw. Poke through the clear tape on the back of the meter to this screw.



You'll want to move the screw counter clock wise in order to free the movement up. The problem is that green locktight is going to prevent you from turning the screw. Using a hot soldering iron tip, heat the screw driver while it's in contact with the screw and applying counter clock wise pressure. loosen the screw just enough so the meter moves freely when rocked back and forth.

 

[Terrible]

thanks alot shockwave that worked great.

 

[Shockwave]

Glad to help. This has saved many meters for me that could not be easily replaced.

 

[azscr4mbl3r]

This worked for my old 142 gtl thanks. I wonder if the green stuff will harden back up or if maybe a dot of finger nail polish should be used. On a needle or pin or toothpick? It moved vet easy with the heat applied I thought I broke it. LOL

-Allen <More audio>