Kenwood TH-D74A tribander FCC test report now published
The FCC just released the test report for the new TH-D74 tribander, which I've attached. This new 144/220/440 HT will support D-Star, includes a built-in TNC and GPS and also has built-in Bluetooth and...
View Articleconsidering an M400 starduster. whats the deal?
just want to know the inside scoop on this antenna. are they made by workman? or sirio? both? if so, which one is better? what improvements need to be made to make it sturdy? SS hardware etc...? should...
View ArticleTiny Anytone "Smart" CB radio
Saw this on Amazon and thought someone might be interested if they have a newer vehicle that has limited space to mount a CB radio. Actually its an $60 (8) watt 10 meter AM/FM mobile radio that can...
View ArticleNew Icom ID-51A Plus 2 announced
Icom has released a few details on the new ID-51A Plus 2 D-Star HT. It has all of the same feature set of the very popular ID-51A Plus / Anniversary Edition, but now adds the capability to connect...
View ArticleRf probe and AF voltmeter?
What's the difference between a rf probe and an AF voltmeter??? Thanks
View ArticleMagloop Quality Comparison Chameleon P-Loop vs Alpha Coaxial Loop Series
Magloop Quality Comparison Chameleon P-Loop vs Alpha Coaxial Loop Series ​ - Captain Crunch
View ArticleWhich CB Shops are still accepting mail-in repairs?
Bells CB, Bob's CB Radio and DTB Radio are no longer accepting mail-in repairs. So who's left? Any suggestions for a reputable and qualified CB repair shop?
View ArticleCap missing, Uniden Washington PC-385AG board.
Just acquired this radio and noticed that cap C85 missing. It was snipped out. Don't see any of the popular mods mentioning this?
View ArticleVERDICT Chameleon MPAS vs Alpha EZ Military Comparison
VERDICT Chameleon MPAS vs Alpha EZ Military Comparison ​- Captain Crunch
View Article300 ohm feed doublet antenna with coil
I made a doublet antenna fed with 300 ohm twin lead i wanted to hit 80 meters. i am tuning it with my MFJ-949B i can tune 10-15-17-20-40&80 easy. But it started out as an 80 meter antenna feed with...
View ArticleBest omni matching system?
What omni antenna is the most efficient? I know that people say the Antron 99 has a "lossy matching system! What omni has low loss?
View ArticleBug out vehicle
If I was out foraging in a SHTF situation and I came across this vehicle, I would seriously consider plans to assualt it and take their shit. I certainly wouldn't commander it, though. However, it is a...
View Articlelisten twice; talk once
My old k40 finally bit the big one- so I'm thinking Wilson 1000, 5000, or sirio 5000. One thing I liked about the k40 was the 1/4 turn feature- made it real easy to reach up and undo when pulling in...
View Articleworktruck install
ok. last of my trucks to get upgraded/new install... View attachment 18449 View attachment 18450 View attachment 18451 View attachment 18452
View ArticleDESK MIC FOR KENWOOD HF
Knowing which Kenwood desk mic (.MC series) sounds best on Kenwood hf transceivers is what I'm trying to find out? I won't be using any outbound audio gear and am not interested in a studio type mic....
View ArticleYaesu FT-857D FT-897D 857 897 Frequency modification expansion
Before and after pictures for the USA 857 897 D frequency conversion. MODIFY AT YOUR OWN RISK! Solder jumper 7 8 9 and 6, then reset the radio by holding the F and VM keys down while turning the radio...
View ArticleAnnouncing the W9WDX Worldwidedx.com Amateur Radio Club
We have applied for and received authorization to form our own Official Amateur Radio Club! The vainty callsign W9WDX has been approved. The Worldwidedx.com Amateur Radio Club is open to all site...
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