[Ron Ramirez]

Wow, thanks, Steve...coming from one of the true master craftsmen of radio cabinets, that is quite a compliment. Thank you.

Today:

Wet sanded the 38-624T with 1000 grit wet/dry sandpaper.

Applied two more coats of clear Watco glossy lacquer.

Managed to get a small run on the top. It flattened out and is almost not noticeable. But you know what I will do...I'll probably sand that area again and hit it again with a bit more clear (with the cabinet right side up this time, not on its back) to get it as perfect as I can.

I won't be applying any more lacquer to the front or sides. The next step (after correcting the slight run) is to set it aside for a couple weeks to let it cure before final rubdown and waxing.

I found a grille cloth backing board from an early version 37-610T I had junked some time back. I will replace the cloth and will be using this in the 38-624T cabinet.