![]() Often it's better to salvage a similar unit by destroying another clock with the same rotor. Perfectly working flip clock mechanism made in Japan. This model features a shell with typical rounded edges made of ultra thick plastic with an amazing orange finish. Obviously, these techniques are time consuming and laborous. Iconic and gorgeous space age flip clock manufactured by Sankyo in the 70s. New lubricant has to be force in and the hole sealed after the make-shift repair is complete.Īnother similar method outlined in Jim Linz's "Electrifying Times" is similar but instead of punching a hole in the can, uses "osmosis." The small gap or clearance between the rotor shaft and bearing becomes a passage way for solvents and lubricants. Of course the dirty solvent has to drained, sucked out or forced out by a quick change in temperature. Fortunately today we have powerful adhesives and epoxies and don't depend on sealing wax.Īt least several other schemes, some very good ones, involve the introduction of solvents into the semi-sealed rotor assembly through a tiny hole pierced in the aluminum "can" with a hypodermic needle this to dilute and thin the hardened and soiled internal lubricant. This model is an ivory white color and the case is in excellent shape.Everything works. Original box (no packing materials) and instruction manual. There are some very small scratches and scuffs on the case. Opening the rotor "can" has to be performed with an eye on getting it back together the way it was.sealed and leak proof. The latest addition to my expanding 'stable' of flip clocks. A super clean and refurbished late 70s, early 80s vintage AM/FM Sanyo RM 5011 flip clock and alarm/radio. Make sure that the rotor is replaced into the field assembly oriented the same as originally, else the rotor will reverse. Vintage General Electric Model 7-4601A AM/FM Digital Radio Alarm Clock Tested. Vintage Sanyo Flip Clock Model RM 5011 AM/FM Radio Good Condition Needs Work. ![]() Hopefully you recognize that the aluminum rotor and gear assembly is a slip-fit in the laminated iron field and coil assembly. Retro 1970s Sanyo Stereocast radio alarm flip clock in the Alarm & Travel Clocks category was sold for R350.00 on 12 Jul at 21:16 by Fred the Poodle in. Vintage Sanyo Flip Clock model RM 5011 AM/FM Refurbished WORKING. Some techniques suggested for the GE-Telechron rotor may prove fruitful for putting the Sankyo rotor back into service. ![]() (quote) You have to see if you can carefully open the aluminium casing and see what the problem is.(unquote)
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