• Tektronix Scope-Mobile Cart Repair

    Originally posted in January 2017 I was lucky enough to obtain a Tektronix 202-2 Scope-Mobile Cart. Upon examining it, I found that the scope tray was loose and the tilt mechanism did not function properly.  The cause for this was broken trunnion mounts on both sides of the cart as follows: Three of the four…

  • HP Z3200 Photo Printer Scan Axis Drive Belt Replacement

    Originally posted in February 2017 HP Z3200 Photo Printer Scan Axis Drive Belt Replacement: I recently had to replace the Scan Axis Drive Belt (otherwise known as the carriage belt) in my HP Z3200 Photo Printer. I use the printer several times per week, but the print volumes I do are relatively light, so the…

  • Cubic Communications CDR-3250 VLF-HF Communications Receiver Fan Noise Solution

    Originally posted in October, 2016. Cubic Communications CDR-3250 VLF-HF Communications Receiver Fan Noise Solution I recently had the opportunity to acquire a Cubic Communications CDR-3250 VLF-HF Communications Receiver (two, in fact), fully functional, in very good condition. This is a very high quality, mil-spec receiver using DSP for the final IF, giving a large selection…