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  1. KQ9U

    Just an introduction

    Looks like you've been lurking for a while. Welcome to the forum Joe. Hope to see more posts from you. I'm not a high number poster either. I do more lurking and reading than posting. You learn more that way. John - KQ9U
  2. KQ9U

    comparison between baofeng UV-5R plus and UV 82L

    According to this link, there is no difference between the UV-82 and the UV-82L. Baofeng UV-82 and UV-82X at Baofeng Tech - USA's Best Source for New Baofeng Radios And here is another link saying the same thing. Baofeng UV-82 Dual Band Handheld Transceiver Anyone know otherwise?
  3. KQ9U

    comparison between baofeng UV-5R plus and UV 82L

    I have both the UV-5R plus and UV-82. And I have a Yaesu FT-250. I've had the Yaesu FT-250 for several years. And it is an excellent hand held, but it is only single band. So I bough the UV-5R and the UV-82 so I could get on the 70cm with a handheld. Both of them together were about 1/3rd...
  4. KQ9U

    New radio for a new user

    The Alinco DJ-V57T looks like a good choice. Instead of the Kenwood TM-281A, I would get a dual band. But if there isn't any 70cm users in your area, the Kenwood would be a good choice.
  5. KQ9U

    TVZ still won't play nice

    Some people are obnoxious to get attention. Best thing would be if everyone would ignore him. But too many people can't resist the urge to respond to him.
  6. KQ9U

    Request change in my User Name

    Kewl, that was fast. Thanks, John
  7. KQ9U

    Request change in my User Name

    My call sign has been changed to KQ9U. ULS License - Vanity License - KQ9U - Danley, John W Thanks, John
  8. KQ9U

    I noticed that the FTC upgraded my license today

    Dang, I guess I got the wrong acronym. Should have said FCC. :lol:
  9. KQ9U

    I noticed that the FTC upgraded my license today

    Now I can search for a vanity callsign.:w00t:
  10. KQ9U

    Ante4nna Farm?

    I've ordered a few things from them and never had a problem.
  11. KQ9U

    I took the Exam for Extra class this evening

    I think so. I'm wanting to try to get a 1x2 or a 2x1. I figure I might as well start trying and sooner or later I'll snag one. But I'm pretty sure that I wouldn't be considered until I'm listed in the FCC database as an extra. Maybe I'm wrong?
  12. KQ9U

    I took the Exam for Extra class this evening

    Thanks guys. I'm wanting to apply for a vanity call sign. But I might have to wait for a while because the FCC isn't processing any license applications or upgrades right now. And I have to wait for my extra class to be logged before I can apply for a new call sign. From the looks of...
  13. KQ9U

    I took the Exam for Extra class this evening

    I operate on all frequencies from 2 meters to 80. Mostly on 20 and 40.
  14. KQ9U

    I took the Exam for Extra class this evening

    Thanks. I knew that I could use the extra frequencies by adding the /AE. I'm just anxious to get the certificate though because I've been studying for the last month or so.
  15. KQ9U

    I took the Exam for Extra class this evening

    And I passed it. <More audio> With the government shutdown it will probably be a while before it is announced though.
  16. KQ9U

    I passed my Tech test

    Good deal. Congratulations.
  17. KQ9U

    Just passed my tech.

    That's great. Congratulations.
  18. KQ9U

    New Ham and Loving It

    You will enjoy that Zero-Five vertical antenna. And you are right about Tom being a good guy to deal with. I have a 43 foot 10-160 meter multiband that I installed about three years ago. I am very pleased with the results. With it and a 160 meter dipole I can cover all of the HF bands. If...
  19. KQ9U

    Need help selecting a HT

    No, I have just about decided either a Yaesu FT-250R or FT-270R. The FT-250R is $114.95 and the FT-270R is ten bucks more. I wouldn't be saving that much with a Wouxun. I'm going to do some more researching before I make up my mind.
  20. KQ9U

    Need help selecting a HT

    I wish I could. :wink: But no way is that possible anymore.