Bug 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 ArticleOscilloscope for cb radio?
What kind of scope do I need for an 11 meter radio? I was looking at a 100 mhz oscilloscope. Would that be enough to check rf power or would the 10x rule come into affect? What kind of probes? Thanks...
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 ArticleUniden grant xl
Sooooooo, I have this old uniden, looks beat but performs fairly well. So I want to get work done but nothing overly crazy. Change mic plug from 5 to 4 pin Have clairifer opened and expanded with a 5...
View ArticleCobra 29 ltd IC2 pin 6?
Anyone know the exact location of pin 6 on IC2? I'm pretty sure cobra used different ic chips and I'm not sure if I'm looking at the right schematics. I'm working on a newer cobra 29 ltd switch. Thanks!
View ArticleJust getting started
Going to take my test Saturday for my tec. Ticket. What would be a good starter base for 2 meter already have a 94hp for 10 meter
View ArticleCondenser mic on a cobra 29
years ago I ran a good mic on a 148 but had to use phantom power to run the mic...any good mics that don't need phantom power ? Or is a good mic just a waste to sound a bit better due to all the...
View Article7 ft fire stick wire
How long is the wire in the 7ft Fire stick? It's a 1/4 wave so around 108 inches? If this is true then my 2 inch mount would make it 110? If I knew the exact length of the wire should I trim it to 106...
View ArticlePalomar 300a 450W Amplifier
I have a very nice Palomar 300A amplifier for sale. It covers 40m, 20m, 15m, 10m @ 450 watts. Will drive with 1-10 watts or up to 100 watts, depending on switch position. The tubes are strong and I...
View ArticleYaesu FT-8000 parts radio
Yaesu FT-8000 parts radio. I know nothing about these radios got it from Radio tech around here that Retired and is selling/sold out. Open to a offer it at least has a good front end I think. The...
View ArticleSuper rare RCI 2900
Hello folks, back again with a super rare, great working and excellent talking RCI 2900. Radio is in excellent shape, works perfect and super loud audio. These are really rare and don't come up often...
View ArticleRf sampler smoked out my radio
So I got an rf sampler. Hooked it up to the radio, the other end to a 100 watt peak dummy load and bnc connector to scope. Turned on my radio and no power to radio. So I checked the radio and found a...
View ArticleAUTEK WM 1
Is anyone familiar with this meter and it's 12 volt power input? I've looked at as much information as I could and like the idea of a good meter that has two separate analog meters as opposed to the...
View ArticleRobyn T-240D plate mod ? for Justin
Justin, I heard you have or do modify Robyn T-240Ds for plate modulation. Do you? What are the benefits? I'm almost ready to ship my Robyn to you for some work and became aware of this. Might as well...
View ArticleNew small linear amps!
Seems there are very few small amps out there that are any good. Copper had a big list at one time I see most places stoped selling RM Italy. You can still buy a Midnight special 250 and the...
View ArticleCobra 29 ltd receiver cans L7, L8 and L9
What is the deal with L7, L8 and L9? They never end when you turn them and the are very touchy...
View Articleic7600 Vs ftdx5000MPL
I currently use an icom 756 PRO III as my base rig. I plan on retiring in a couple years, and am thinking about buying a new radio in preperation for that. I like my PRO, there is nothing wrong with...
View ArticleDIY balanced line antenna tuner
I was messing around with the idea of making a Tuner just for my balanced line antenna for home and camping.. i can fined variable capacitors and variable indicators all day on ebay... who supplies a...
View ArticleAmp recommendations/ box builders
I am going to be purchasing and amp soo. Will be for mobile use. I had my mind set on a Texas Star DX500 but after reading the last few months I might want something else. I want an amp that is well...
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