Congrats on the 430. It really is a nice little radio. I had one for awhile. Mine exhibited synthesizer dropout as it warmed up. I understand that was a common issue.
Thanks!
I am very proud of this one.
I remember reading somewhere that the wax they used in the PLL circuit causes a lot of issues and becomes conductive. It is there for stability. But when it becomes conductive it pretty much makes the circuit unstable. Ithe idea is the scrape it all off. Do not use heat to melt it out though. This will cause this stuff to get in places where you can not get it out like under components. After all is removes and washed out then replace with bees wax.
I already have a home for this radio. All my ham gear and service equipment is out here in the shop.
I plan on setting up a lab in the house and taking this one there. Wife is gonna love that!