AE 40 with Locking handset

[Doug Rose]

Has anyone ever removed the locking metal handset adapter on an AE 40 and installed it on another. I found one that has damage to the bakelite and would like to switch it to a good AE40. Any clues. I don't want to damage another set. There is also a  plaque on it. I am done for the day and am looking for advice before I attack it tomorrow. Cracked right up the seam in the front to the dial...IT'S HEAVY!!...many thanks...Doug

[rdelius]

It can be moved but the plungers must be moved also. They are a non standard length.

[Doug Rose]

thanks Robbie.....any ideas on the plate. ...Doug

[paul-f]

ISTR the plates as simply held on by the four screws.  Simply drill and tap in the new housing.

There were several versions of the plates, as discussed here:
  http://www.classicrotaryphones.com/forum/index.php?topic=1979.msg92122#msg92122

It might be simpler to repair the housing cracks than to swap the parts!   

[Doug Rose]

I decided against trying to swap cases and listed it on eBay. Above my pay grade  ....Doug

http://www.ebay.com/itm/291407815338

[paul-f]

I decided against trying to swap cases and listed it on eBay. Above my pay grade  ....Doug

Stated another way, "Why work for 25 cents per hour?"