From bilyod@msn.com Thu Aug 28 14:32:42 2003
Subject:RE: Question about Leslie 46W

That was Don Leslie's first speaker for non-hammond organs. The W stands for Wurlitzer. He only made non-hammond Leslies for Wurlitzer at first then later exanded out to other organs. The only difference between the Wurlitzer Leslies and other non-hammond Leslies was the hook up acsessories. Don Leslie used to not like his speakers on other organs than hammonds. I worked as tech for a Wurlitzer dealer who had sold a Wurlitzer to a club. The organist playing there did not like it. He wanted a Hammond. My boss was afraid he would lose the deal. I told him to get a Leslie and install it. That might appease the organist. Don Leslie got wind of it and came down to hear it. He liked it and said he was going to start making Leslies for Wurlitzers. Thus the beginning of the 47,147,145. The 46W did not have the power of the ones for hammond.So soon after he upped the power and called it the 47W. So there you have THE REST OF THE STORY. Since I no longer have a schematic for 46W I am going to make a guess. Maybe the 46W could be converted to 47---147. You might need a higher rated power transformer...I don't know. Anyone know?

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From: David Jacques
Sent: Thu, Aug 28, 2003 10:14am
To:
Subject: RE: [CWSG] Question about Leslie 46W
$100 for a 46W is a good price. But you should know the limitations.
First, they were build really well.. meaning HEAVY!!! Much heavier than
a 145. Also, they are kind of short on power. Since it sounds like you
need your amp rebuilt, if it was me I would consider replacing the amp
with a good 147 amp, giving you additional power and control. You will
also need a two speed conversion kit for the chorale speed... Also,
don't forget an upgraded woofer and driver...

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I don't know if this qualifies as a clonewheel question, but here goes:
I
finally picked up a Leslie, a 46W, to use with my new Electro (there, I
got
the clonewheel tie-in). In looking at the underside of the tube amp,
the
capacitors (those waxy cylinder thingies) have turned gooey and probably
need to be replaced. Can anyone make a suggestion on where to get
these?
Also, I think the tube sockets will probably need to be cleaned, so any
suggestions on how to do that would be appreciated.

Just for those who like to read about it - this cabinet is in great
condition with all of the original parts. Grand total to buy? $100.
He
he...while I realize this cabinet is not as lusted after as the 122 or
147,
I am very proud to have it (those cabinets aren't easy to find around
here,
or anywhere I guess). Can't wait to get my 147 preamp up and running to
hear my Electro through it.

Thanks in advance for any answers!

Josh

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