E.F. Johnson Viking I Vintage AM/CW Transmitter

The Johnson Viking I was an amateur or ham radio transmitter sold in kit form or pre-built from about 1949 to 1952 and was capable of AM plate modulation or CW (Morse code). Notice the very high quality craftsmanship that went into this transmitter!

[Tom-WTMD]

A great piece of history ! Its on my get list! So far I have a Ranger, Valiant, And the 500. All have fantastic audio and are fun to use!

[kaclg]

Hey Larry, cool old Rig! I purchased a Heathkit DX-100 AM, CW transmitter along with a Heatthkit SB-303 receiver. Cant wait to get those old timers on the air. They worked when I bought them but looking for someone to go through both units and possible re-CAP, Re-tube, ect. so that the gear is in top shape. Ben a ham since 1978 but was not active for many years. Great Videos! Keep em coming 73, Doug, KA0CLG, Saint Paul, MN.

[HAMRADIOJOE]

HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY....

[niz]

You're right, don't see as much out there on the Viking I. I hope the restoration goes well. I'm currently working on a Viking II project that hasn't worked in 30 years. All the best, Larry. Will stay tuned for updates.

[skycarl]

What a cool old rig Larry. Hopefully after you get it in shape, a follow up vid with you transmitting would be really coo. Hope all is well and have a great New Year my friend. 73

[vhfgamer]

Really good to see another video from you Larry, and looking forward to the video of you tearing into this gem to get it running again!

[MtMan]

Good Morning Larry, looks like it's going to be an Interesting project Barry

[northdakotaham]

Really clean looking unit and hopefully doesnt take too much to get it back going. I always seem to have problems with pots freezing up. 73. Kevin KB0BRY.

[wbzur]

Looks good, I will be waiting for more videos!

[KAGE]

My Dad had a Viking II. I used to operate the PLATE switch for him. I remember the relays clunking and the red light. I was maybe about 5 years old at that time. Hope to see it running soon, Randy

[kayleehitchcock]

Great rig Larry. Your right not a lot of videos out there on the viking I. I have one along with a few other Vikings i need to get mine going maybe I will hear yours on the air

[nxcscrutch]

As always, very good video Larry. I worked on a couple of them back when I first started working on that stuff. I would change those cap's out also..

[Radiowild]

Nice transmitter! Had a Viking II with external VFO. Used it for 160 and 80 AM. Once you change filters, you could probably do a smoke test into a dummy load! Thanks for showing 73's Bob KC2RDU

[mdad]

Very tidy transmitter Larry, I used to hear many stations using these form the USA on 10m.
Looks a great project and hope you get it up and running soon. Happy New Year 73 M0DAD

[beentheredoingthat]

I sure do like the videos that you do like this! 73! N0RVS

[buzzsah]

It looks to be in good shape for its age.

[TerryMcKean]

Nice!... definitely thumbs up and thanks for sharing. :-)

[RicardoBugiganga]

Very nice shack !
Tks for share . 73 👍PU2RBH

[fanger]

Hi Larry. I would like to get more into AM. Right now, I just have a Kenwood TS140 and it does a good job on 40 meters AM. I do know of some hams out there who work AM and CW exclusively. They talk about the Viking a lot. Would like to see those tubes light up someday. 73, KC3BXZ Joe

[EXTIQUE]

LOVELY TRANSMITTER LARRY. 73'S, , (KD8EFJ)