1939 Zenith 7S363 Console Radio Restoration

This is a rather long and boring photo and video documentary of my full restoration, electrical and cabinet, of a 1939 Zenith model 7S363 console radio. However, it may be of interest to someone who is considering a restoration of a similar model.
If you're simply curious about how good these radios can sound, just skip ahead to the 39:55 mark for an AM broadcast sample, or the 40:45 mark to see how remarkably good these radios can sound playing an external stereo source through a simple modification. To see the MP3 input modification, skip to 47:16. The final video shots were made with an LG G3 smartphone.
I owe many thanks to the authors of the following videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI9P01eYbjA (quig/quiggle soldering technique);
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8YeJ0T3DpI (a simple modification for an MP3 player input); and
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgm6Kwi24KA (a convincing test of a 6E5 magic eye tube).
Some sources for special parts:
https://www.tedweber.com/wx5 (WX5 Copper Cap rectifier from Weber Vintage Sound Technology);
http://www.renovatedradios.com/ (reproduction knobs and buttons);
http://radiodaze.com/ (decals, item DCL-ZR4); and
Adams Manufacturing Co. (now closed) for tuning belt #115.

Видео 1939 Zenith 7S363 Console Radio Restoration канала Ted Yurkon