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power for rci 2970dx..

i have a mfj supply for the 2970dx..its a 35 amper..on ssb the lites of the radio flicker a little..on am they flicker with anymore than a 25 watt dk..on am the amp meter on the supply swings backwards...

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Any Astro Plane Fans ?

Just wondering if anyone would like to join a Facebook group I created. "Astro Plane Antenna Group" Its nothing special, I just thought it would be interesting to hear and learn from others and their...

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centerload or base load

that is the question. i know ive read that centerload mobile antennas are slightly better than baseloaded ones question is by how much? has anyone ever tried a comparison?ive heard many different...

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Maco V58 - My first station antenna - Feedline Question

Just getting into the hobby with purchase of a Uniden 880 for mobile and a Uniden 980SSB for the base. Purchased the Maco on recommendation of longtime friend and Ham. I have the Maco assembled and...

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2970N2 Strange Problem

I just bought a brand new peaked and tuned 2970N2, hooked it up to my Ameritron AWM-30 twin needle meter fed into my Gainmaster. My vertical normally has a flat SWR. I have a room full of CB's, exports...

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External speakers any will powered speaker work?

Just preparing some logistics before migrating my mobile rig indoors. Was wondering can I simply connect my powered Logitech PC speakers into the output of the radio?

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Icom IC735 60 meter mod

Greetings gurus, I am in the Philippines are we have a new band allocation on 60m. Fortunately, we are allowed to work any frequency from 5.351.5 to 5.366.5 without channel restrictions. So here's my...

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Routing coax into existing hole in wall

I was looking at buying from Amazon the rg8x 100ft coax cable, then realized that the existing hole in the wall to my room probably wont accommodate the pl259 end, hence I'd have to cut off the end and...

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Donkey stomper 2x4

So my question is I'm running 2 xs extreme battery ( 950cca each and a 136amp alternator ) on a 6 pill amplifier ( Donkey Stomper 2x4 2290 driving 2879). Dead key is about 500 watts on the bird meter....

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Anyone have the 756 pro III?

I see that when I put the volume at 1 o'clock on a received signal, the audio starts distorting. Its not really that loud, but it starts cracking up. I use a external speaker with 2 6" and a tweeter...

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PALOMAR 300A METER BULB

I'm not familiar with the light bulb that illuminates the meter but I'm assuming it's the older type of bulb that were used in flashlights. Definitely not an LED type. It's been blinking off then back...

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If you read this, You'll get some great laughs.

So lately I've been having some questions come up after dealing with what I have on some rigs and wondered, If it is possible, Would it work, Should I do it, Etc... First is, If they (OEMs) wax a...

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free 1-16 pill amp plans

MEGAUPLOAD - The leading online storage and file delivery service class c . supposed to be like whats sold on e-bay . it is what it is ....

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POLL: Monkey Made or Predator 10k?

Which one is the better antenna?

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Pair of Eimac 3-500z tubes,

I am selling a used set of Eimac 3-500z tubes. The Extra pair came with a Henry 2kd5 I bought. They are in good used condition. They will be packaged very carefully for a safe trip. I am only asking...

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Help me identify this box please

Really not sure what this thing is. I got such a good deal yesterday on 2 generations worth of CB equipment from a widow on craigslist for $75. Bunch of pre amps, antenna switches, ext speakers, 3...

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HP 5382A Frequency Counter (working)

Up for sale is a refurbished HP 5382A Frequency Counter w/iec power cord w/option 001. This unit from the HP glory years stable is a reliable workhorse. The counter was cleaned inside and out including...

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New 2 million mile laser!!!

Great things to come....http://www.newsweek.com/worlds-sharpest-laser-created-scientists-630464 2 BILLON MILES THAT IS.

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Wacky project, in every sense of the word.

I would define a "wacky' project as one you could never justify what it costs, but did it anyway. Don't ask how much to buy one like this. If you have to ask you probably can't afford (or justify) the...

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Mounting antenna bracket to pickup

I have been using a Wilson 1000 mag mount on my pickup, which works fine. However it is too tall for my carport. I want to use a 4 or 5 foot top loaded fiberglass antenna. I have an aluminum toolbox,...

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