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Thank you, Warren. I did see that long trace and was wondering where the feedthrough went, my readings make perfect sense if it goes to ground. That is not shown on the schematic for some reason. 73, Bill

Low measured resistance from input/output connectors to ground, why? I replaced the input and output connectors on my Larcan (K4DLX kits) and was surprised that I read a short on my ohm meter from the center pin of both connectors to ground. I assumed I had messed up and inadvertently soldered...

I mentioned the internal power adjustment in the FT-847 but was later informed that this does not stop the spike, the only way to get rid of the spike is to perform this mod: ALC_FT847_cz_cast.2 I have not yet tried it but it seems fairly easy. 73, Bill NZ5N

Nice! I was thinking something could be made from junkbox parts, but perhaps better to buy that.

What are you guys using as an input attenuator to ensure the amp is not overdriven? 73, Bill NZ5N

Here's how John K4DLX modded the input and output connectors. 73, Bill NZ5N

C6ANU, We could probably work direct on 6 or 2m, I am near Ft. Lauderdale. Have had several QSOs with C6ANX, also named Mike, also in Nassau. Good luck with the project. 73, Bill

Just bought 3 Hello folks, This is really an interesting thread, sorry it seems to have stopped a month or so ago. Does anyone have their Larcan on the air yet? I am awaiting the arrival of 3 Larcans (lo-lo) and have been reading as much about them as possible. With respect to some of...