TH-79A LCD Repair

[Santec]

Hi All,

Okay I need a tech that can work on surface components.

My beloved TH-79A has lost its LCD Display. I think it may simply be a dried up capacitor but I’m not sure. After the radio has been powered down for a day or two and then powered up the display will partially charge then quickly drop out again. It plays and xmits fine otherwise.
I do not have the eyes or the equipment to work on the PCBs in this radio. Hoping to find someone in the San Diego, CA County area but will consider otherwise if necessary.
Kenwood will not work on it as it is too old although many parts are still available through Pacific Parts (PacParts.com).

Tks,

Dave
KJ6BTW

[Frank Miller]

Hello Dave,

Would you like to sell your Kenwood 79a with the LCD problems for 'parts'? The displays are not available any more (!*$&#) but I could use some of the other parts inside.

[corynel]

Hello Dave,

Would you like to sell your Kenwood 79a with the LCD problems for 'parts'? The displays are not available any more (!*$&#) but I could use some of the other parts inside.

I have a th-79a with a bad screen. its available for sale if anyone wants it.
cory
kb0nmh on qrz.com

[Alexcarrillo83]

hey dave do you have this radios for sale ?.
Alex

[Nonseven]

I believe I have two TH-79As sitting down in my basement. Should be in good working order, except probably need new batteries.