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LGD makes a tuner just for the FT897D and after talking to people and here on the net the 897 seems to be a real good pick for a Base/Moble unit being its HF/UHF/VHF so it will get me were I need or want to go.....

I have my computer pluged into the XS900 and have a open plug so it would just be further back-up and protection for my Transciver..It holds enough power to run my system another 8 hours.

You folks are getting me on track I think.......Been looking at this G5RV JR antanna,40 thru 10 meters to go with the FT897D... Iam trying to get the basic set-up then get into it more as time goes on...Will look into the LDG tuner....

So whats the best way to go on PS.......rs-35 or the FP-30 ?....internal or external, I also will be useing my APC XS900 battery backup for power and outages and surges... Is the tuner worth it(FC30)or is haveing my antanna outside better..?.

Thanks Qwazyone....... Just got off the phone with a guy who said the same thing. Go with the FT897D and dont look back...... Now I just need to take the time for a 6+ hour round trip...Not sure if I want it UPS'd to me....Will have to confur with the other half heeheehee.;)...

Let me start by saying HI and my name is Jim..... My wife and i have thought about getting into the hobby of Ham Radio for a few years and now Iam on the search for a Transceiver,I still have to take my Technician class test and hopefully my General class test at the same time but here is my...