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There's a great Yahoo group for the Baofeng at:
baofeng_uv5r : Baofeng UV-5R
And a nice website as well:
Baofeng UV5R FAQ UV-5R
You'll find all the help you need there.
Many new Techs opt for a HT but then find that they want more power and get a mobile. With that being said...I would go with a Wouxun KG-UV1P. I have one and it's a sweet little radio. That way when you go with a mobile, you will have saved some money.
You're ready. I read the book twice and was passing the practice tests in the 90 percent. When I took the test..I got a 100 but the computer wouldn't print the results so I had to take it again and missed 3. No big deal. Good luck.
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