2meter modes
I havnt messed with 2m or 6m since getting my ticket...i don't care much for close ragchew unless its miles away or dx...should I get into ssb? Or what's 6m like? I like long distance or should I just...
View ArticleShortened Dipole
After 4 attempts trying to build one, I finally gave up and had somebody make one for me. My problem with the full sized one was that I had to tie one leg to a neighbor's tree and everytime the wind...
View ArticleAdvice for aircraft HF radio please
I occasionally ferry light aircraft from the USA to Europe and beyond, and many times, HF radio is mandatory (e.g. when crossing the Atlantic, direct), in which case I rent a radio (and tuner, and...
View ArticlePresident Grant Classic Confusion
Hello - I joined while waiting for my new-to-me rig to arrive. Back a zillion years ago I had an old President Grant export radio that was super loud and clear in both TX and RX. If memory serves, it...
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Solar Cycle 24 is dead to me ... how'd you do?
As pointed out by a few other OP's on another thread, this Cycle has seen better days. In fact, in my location here north of Montana, it has shut down as of February. Some of you closer to the equator...
View Articlesmooth audio?
What is the best sounding radio and MIC combo you have ever heard (without hi fi) just a MIC and radio.. Cobra 2000/ turner 2....was the best I have heard!
View ArticleUK SSB?
I've read in a couple places that 27.275 Mhz is the SSB calling channel, but when skip is rolling and I can hear the queen's english up on 38 there's nothing coming in on 27. is anyone using 27 in the...
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PDL 2 Beam new in box.
Hi all... Dan here in Myrtle Beach S.Carolina... I posted the inquiry about the old vintage antenna i aquired that was new in box. Had some great replies.... The other antennas the guy had that were...
View ArticleUSA/North America booming into UK/EU
Currently listening to superbowl on the Flex and getting lots of US/Canadian stations S9. Some fantastic conditions out there if anyone wants to try some DX. Its starting to get dark here so after...
View Articlegroundwave talking?
What kind of distance do you guys experience with your omni or beam Antennas...what antenna? How high ECT. Thanx n advance
View ArticleBrowning Golden Eagle no OB2 tube.
Picked up another Golden Eagle 2nd one in a month but unlike last one this one seems to be working ok. The only thing is the OB2 tube is missing in the Sams Photofact book this is a voltage regulator...
View ArticleNewish Galaxy 99V2 Tech Special. Sell or Trade
Have about a 1 year old Galaxy 99V2 that has developed a problem on AM. Sideband is 100% and works as should. These are awesome radios, has same new style board as used in the 98VHP etc …. - On AM/FM,...
View ArticleD&A PDX-400 meter?
I am restoring my PDX-400. It was a decent amp back in the day, but time has taken it's toll. I need a suitable replacement for the meter. Any suggestions?
View ArticleJust picked up a Cobra 138XLR....check this out
I'm just taking it apart to clean it and replace the meter light and touch up the faded meter. Look at those WW2 submarine relays...they are a gold colored metal can, anyone seen that before? It has a...
View ArticleIs it time to try again??
seems that conditions hasn't totally left yet, shall we try another contest??
View Articlesirio Performer 5000 swr problem
hi i have a Sirio 5000 Performer and sirio 145 magnet mount president lincoln and a ts dx350 and a workman hp201s meter all mounted in a 1996 Nissan quest all is new except radio and the dx350....
View ArticleANYONE HEARD THE JAMMER ON 38LSB
His name is Phil ***** located at **** Perth ST North Madison Ohio He jams 38lsb 24/7 Lets make this a$$hole famous!!!!
View Article40 Meter Digi Sstv
I'm looking for info on the 40m digi sstv activity on 7173 lsb. Can someone tell me if stations are using the "Hybrid" mode like they are on 14.233 mhz? Is there much activity... best times to listen?...
View ArticleSERIOUS PIECE OF TEST EQUIPMENT
I recently received this picture from my friend mike of Mike'sradiorepair@gmail.com He recently acquired it and although I've yet to research it I'm sure some of you are familiar with it. Very...
View ArticleFS: Galaxy DX66V
I have for sale a clean used Galaxy DX66V with chrome covers. I bought this radio used to install in my shack so I never had it mobile. The top & bottom covers and bezel have some light scratches...
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