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  1. RT2020

    Astrobeam

    I was kinda thinking the dual 59u would maybe make 35 ohms but was un clear, thanks.
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    President AX-144

    I'll check that out, maybe tomorrow after work.
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    President AX-144

    Put in the SB525 that Exit Thirteen sent me and still no AM audio :headbang
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    My CB station is finally coming together

    Yes I would like to how the quad is fed, I might just build one and scrap the astrobeam rebuild.
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    Astrobeam

    Just wonder why mine has a 6' RG83U pigtail which is 35ohm and it says in the manual a 6' dual 59U? I would like to see a picture of this Dual 59U pigtail.
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    New cobra 148s

    A galaxy 959 is not an export.
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    My CB station is finally coming together

    Good job, is the quad a homebrew?
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    Astrobeam

    I used my MFJ 259B to tune and as per manual with the stock length on the driven stinger of 77 5/8" it was resonant at 26.025. I am looking for the 11 meter band.
  9. RT2020

    Texas Star DX 350

    I would think about $150 or so if it works properly.
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    Set up base station, bleeding the neighbors

    I was bleeding on my own computer speakers and I just put ferrite beads on my coax and it took care of the problem.
  11. RT2020

    Astrobeam

    Yes Staybolt would be good to know. Also Marconi I have read the manual numerous times and checked the measurements more times than I can count and also the continuity and it all checks out per the book. Also I just walked out and checked and my pigtail is RG83u and the manual says a dual Rg59u...
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    Astrobeam

    W5LZ, The tubing I used is a hair smaller on the OD. The top driven element is 2 pieces, I used it for the very top piece. I also spliced a 8" piece in on one of the tubes for the hoop. Midnight Special, turn it on its back directly on the ground? I have heard this before but was not sure...
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    Astrobeam

    Who is the expert around here on theses? I had this one up a few years ago and dropped it adjusting on it and broke a few pieces. I got the bright idea a few weeks ago to resurrect it and I remember why I was glad to take it down before. Thing is a pain in the butt to tune, can it be...
  14. RT2020

    opinions on which radio would be better for...

    I have an Omegaforce S45HP Phillipines made model and love it. This radio is trying to be my favorite, my 2950's are getting jealous...lol
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    President AX-144

    PM sent Exit Thirteen... I appreciate you, and thanks to everyone else for the help, I will keep this updated with the results.
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    President AX-144

    Pulled the Sb525 out and if I am testing it right it shows bad, so where is the best place to get one or the substitutes of 2sb809,bc327,bc328,bc666,bc638? Dont really want to make a $25 order or deal with the ebay clowns for a $2 part. Thanks, Greg
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    QJE Switching Power Supply

    I thought you were looking at a 75 amp supply in another thread? This one is 30.
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    President AX-144

    Put a 1012 in and still no AM audio. Damnit!
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    President AX-144

    Yes it is marked but TR44 is not marked TR42,43, and 45 are all right there. Guess thats why I was having trouble finding it. I really appreciate the help.
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    President AX-144

    Just looked at the AR144 I am using for reference and it has the 1012 in the spot mine has the 2245.