Dual final neuter switch....

[144inBama]

Is it possible, on the 99v2, to install a variable to lower the output power? I would like to run the radio on my 1X4 again but alas it's too much drive for her. I know I could simply turn the power down but I would also want to run my 2 pill and 500V with it so I'd want full output for that. I was thinking along the lines of a circuit similar to that of the Palomar L/M/H or if possible (and preferred) a switch like the Connex 3300 ... I just have no idea where to begin on the venture or if it's possible.

 

[Slowmover]

Maybe, time for side mic magic (DX-959b).

 

[144inBama]

Maybe, time for side mic magic (DX-959b).

That's what I bought to "replace" the 99v2 and what I'm running now and really like it. I just like the v2 and the extra goodies it has.

 

[Slowmover]

That's what I bought to "replace" the 99v2 and what I'm running now and really like it. I just like the v2 and the extra goodies it has.
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Well, I’ve not the experience of some, but why take chances with the 99v2?

Besides, . . side mic rules!

Let the final duel begin, right? (No fun if you meant dual final).

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[144inBama]

Well, I’ve not the experience of some, but why take chances with the 99v2?

Besides, . . side mic rules!

Let the final duel begin, right? (No fun if you meant dual final).

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Bro....I didn't even notice the spelling...jeez, I need to wake up before posting.. LOL

 

[Slowmover]

When I got the 959 at Larry’s he said he had no problems getting single final Galaxy. But, zero Export Galaxy.

So, get a stock 959 and convert it to high power, add echo/time delay plus robot voice and a channel expansion kit . . and then run your proposed circuit. Brilliant, huh?

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[144inBama]

That is a pretty good option, I'll check into that. My Tech is down with the Rona so it'll be a few before I can set it up.

 

[Slowmover]

Nitro knobs, Goonies faceplate, chrome case . . . .

I was kidding (please accept apology), but I’d work over a stock 959 and leave the 99 and your custom 959 alone.

Here’s wishing you best of luck

 

[Slowmover]

RealPorkChop can pull it off far better than I. Especially with too much coffee already.

 

[144inBama]

After looking around, I agree leaving the v2 stock is by far the best way to go. They're getting ridiculously priced and difficult to find so mine will remain virgin.

 

[secret squirrel]

Just thinking out loud, or maybe its one or my friends Johnny, Jim, Jack or the Captain talking, but before you invest in the dual final 959; might it be more on the cost gain side to add the RM stinger board, with the upgraded power wires and extra ferrite. Then you can easily have the on off switch for the RM Stinger board. Just tune for a clean signal, and add the old Connex type echo board, the "I ain't got no panties on..." noise toy, and D104 lollipop with old Bell telephone cable. Sorry.. I got carried away.

 

[144inBama]

The v2 appeals to me not so much for the power, but the AM/FM/SSB and 8 bands as well as the 10K switch, echo and the fine/course clarifier. What I'll most likely end up doing is just turning the power down to 20-25 PEP max, have a complete alignment done and call it good. The 1X4 is "supposed" to handle 30-40 PEP drive but I've blown 3 transistors in that box, 2 of those a month apart using that radio, the driver transistor and the same final transistor twice. There is little difference in the PEP output using the 959 vs v2, maybe 50 PEP so I guess if I want to run it with the 500V, I'll just go back in the v2 and turn it up. I was just looking for a easy way to snub the PEP on the radio.