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    Passed General class test

    Well I guess old farts can still retain a little information. I have been studying for the past 3 weeks anticipating this mornings test. It seemed pretty easy and I did pass it with no sweat. Eeee Hawww, ok, now to start studying for the extra, I failed it! Only got about 55% on it. Next, I...
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    Getting close

    I got everything in finally. I was out working on my mast mount for the house, getting it all set up, freezing my patootie off in the wind, My fingers got to wear I could not feel the parts I was trying to fasten, so I finally decided to come in and let them thaw out a little. Now it's time to...
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    Sealing connections

    I was studying about sealing connections, everything from antennas to coax connections,etc. I was wondering if anyone ever used that spray on black rubber stuff as a sealant? I have used it on other things before and if built up with a few layers, seems to be pretty good stuff. Anyhow, just...
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    connectors

    I've got a question about connecting up an antenna. I'm looking at an Opek UVS 300 antenna, and it has a SO 239 fitting at the base as does the Comet GP 3 antenna that I also am looking at. How do ya'll suggest connecting up the coax to this connector? I've read about different ideas, but...
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    Questions and advice

    Hello everyone. I have lurked here for a while and other radio forums but like this site a lot. I have not been active for a while so just starting back up. I decided to buy a Kenwood 281 2meter rig to get things going. Due to limited budget, I have to buy things as I can, like many of us Im...
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