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Recent content by Mars

  1. Mars

    Got my first DX today

    Very cool! I did Pa to Ca on 10 watts, not DX but still far. My first DX was Italy on 90 watts and a simple EFLW so I share your enthusiasm.
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    Confused after being granted Vanity Call

    Some call signs are tongue twisters and even using phonetics can be difficult for DX stations to decipher. In my case it was that and I wanted my initials so it worked out for the better over all.
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    Yaesu FT1000D 11m Mod

    Dont expect the 1000 to sound good on AM. It will swing in reverse and that rf amp is good for around 25w on AM. It's a sideband rig and that's where it performs very well. Loud CB stations on 11m will sound a bit crappy as well from it's narrow band rcvr & filters primarily designed again, for...
  4. Mars

    antenna analyzers

    Look into Rig Expert brand. Well made, easy & intuitive to use. Better IMO than any MFJ, costs less than a Comet, comes with a protective weather case for use outdoor. Will give measurement length of coax, length, Smith chart & way more. Nice large color display that is easy to see even in daylight.
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    Finally Passed my Technician & General this weekend!

    Congratulations! I shared your excitement thinking back on my exams. I had to wait over 2 weeks for my call to be valid but the the time will pass quickly and meantime just listen to the bands and spend time reading up on things.
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    Base IMAX 2000 Antenna Delamination

    I recently bought a new IMAX also and applied numerous coats of Krylon urethane to the glass & chrome metal. Also applied it to the mounting bracket and swapped out the steel U-bolts & fasteners for stainless hardware. I suspect the coating will last 2-3 yrs. before needing reapplied.
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    Base An idea for strengthening iMax 2000 top section

    Not upset - I'm still here :whistle: - just haven't checked in since summer has me busy with other things.... like relocating the radio bench to another room in the house and installing a new 30' mast, ground wires, & feedlines for the antennas.
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    How much does your station weigh?

    YAESU FT series, CLEAR CHANNEL AR3500, PRESIDENT HR2600, DRAKE, BAOFENG 638
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    Base An idea for strengthening iMax 2000 top section

    Thank you for your concern. I thought about that before going through with the idea. Since the center section still flexes normally, that shouldn't stress the bottom section. Keep in mind the PVC is thin wall, not the stiff pipe often used in residential plumbing. It's flexible much like PEX...
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    Base An idea for strengthening iMax 2000 top section

    I've read numerous owner comments stating the top section of the iMax 2000 top section makes them nervous seeing it bend in high winds. I slipped a 4' section of 1/2" thinwall PVC pipe over the top section and held everything in place using hot-melt Gorilla Glue brand poured in & around both...
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    Check the Korg Nutube 6P1 Out!!

    Interesting!