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I would get a Jetstream JTB 1. R&L Electronics sell them. Good reviews. Good priced too
DUAL BAND BASE 8.3dB/11.7dB 144-148/440-450
11.7 db gain on 440-450 Mhz
Max wind rating: 90 MPH
Max power: 200 watts, sum of both bands
Mast size 1.5-2 inchs
Lenght 208"...
I do have a car charger. It's a Yaesu E-DC-5B, WORKS WELL. Also I have a power cord with a plug for the VX-170. BUT NEVER USED IT. Don't recall the number.
Rodger, I've had no problems other than learning how to program it. Just like Dudmuck said speak into the mike. Or buy a hand held mic. You got a very deal at HRO. Enjoy your new toy.
Airplane 1, I've run a VX-170 for over 2 years. And no problems at all. I love it so much that I was going to get a VX-7r. But got a FT-7800r instead. I may get a VX-8r.
I have 2 of the Magnum 257's. Mine have the blue display. I think they are one of the best kept secrects in the radio world. Very good TX & RX. A great performer and at great price. They even have a speech compresser installed. The lastest ones have dual 2030's and do 50 watts+. At less then...
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