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I posted this question about a year or two ago. The consensus was that although it can be done, the gain that you would realize (< 30 watts, IIRC) wasn't worth the effort.
With decent tubes that amp will cruise along all day long at 350 or so. Yes it will do 500+ if you drive the snot out of...
Damn thing went for $212 and change? Seriously? Maybe if it was NOS but in used condition and untested?
Anyone care to wager we will see it relisted due to a non-paying bidder?
Tuning an antenna is really quite simple. Most CB antennas come pre-tuned for the band and only require minor adjustment if they need it at all. For example: If you were to order an IMAX 2000 (available for $100 or less, shipped) it would come pre-tuned for the CB band and would only need...
Here's one for the TX 75 /100. It should give you a good starting point http://elektrotanya.com/PREVIEWS/45612216/23432455/rf-linear-amp/palomar/palomar_tx75-tx100_sch.pdf_1.png
Indeed the first choice would be the matching 2100 amp, but you can't go wrong with an SB 200 or 220 provided it was well-built and has been maintained.
Welcome back, but be prepared for a bit of a shock- things aren't like they used to be OTA, not by a long shot.
Always good to have another vintage-radio geek around!
Real radios glow in the dark!!
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