Restore smooth tuning and maintain accurate station selection in your vintage radio with this reliable braided dial cord. Made from braided nylon, this cord offers the perfect balance of flexibility and tension. While it allows for slight natural stretch, it is far superior to twisted cords, which tend to stretch excessively over time and compromise tuning accuracy.
This cord connects the tuning knob to the dial pointer system, providing a secure grip and smooth travel across the tuning range. Ideal for restoring the original function and feel in vintage radios from brands like RCA, Zenith, Philco, GE, Motorola, Silvertone, Westinghouse, and transistor sets by Sony, Toshiba, Sanyo, Panasonic, and Hitachi.
For enhanced pulley grip over time, a light touch of violin rosin may be applied.
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0.4mm (.016") – Ideal for transistor radios and light-duty tube radios
0.8mm (.032") – Labeled “Thin” or “Standard”; commonly used in vintage sets
1.0mm (.039") – “Medium” or “Light”; fits many tube and transistor radios
1.5mm (.059") – “Thick” or “Heavy”; best for robust tuning assemblies
2.0mm (.079") – “Extra Thick”; for heavier-duty tuning mechanisms
3.0mm (.12") – “Super Heavy”; used in console or large format radios
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🧵 Material: Braided nylon – durable with slight, controlled stretch
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🔧 Use: Dial cord replacement for vintage radios, shortwave sets, tuners, etc.
📦 Packaging: Ships coiled or bagged (no spool unless specified)
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