VX-7R can hear again

RF Repairs got back to my email with a lead time of 6 weeks for the part to be in the country. I spoke with the guys at JNB Electronics (http://www.jnb.com.au/) who had the part on hand, shipped next day and in my letterbox the day after. Great service. After a stiff drink I opened up the handheld, following TimC's instructions (http://pages.cs.wisc.edu/~timc/e/vx7r.html) I was able to easily replace the part and then put the unit back together...twice - I forgot the battery latch. Whack on an antenna and hearing was restored. Always great to make your own repair and I'm glad it was through hole as I'm not an SMD guy.