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PCBX-9821R20? The number is on the edge of the board faceplate side. I think the component side, hard to see by the channel selector i think. The small board with the two holes is for a Mic like this ...RadioShack.com - Phones & Radio Communications: Accessories: Radio & scanner accessories...

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Modulator is for AM only and Compressor is for both. Do an internet search for --> TGT Modulator you will get some pics and stuff....

I found this old Kraco SSB with crystals and was wondering if these crystals can be found anywhere or is this better just thrown away? It works except for channels that are related to the 14.917, and 23.530 crystals in it, I assume it took a hit from a close by radio with power? Or do these...

Maybe the mode switch is going bad or dirty, Frequency switch will do weird stuff when it goes bad skips frequencys, channels...

I think he sells some too.. reviews.ebay.com/Using-LED-apos-s-for-displays-on-RCI-29XX-Series

Thank you for the info and opinions.

Looking into one of these due to the cost, size and the RX frequency range. Any other HT that compares or any coming I should wait for? I have read if it is used on the power adapter on high, for long keys it will cook, and a couple of software bugs that can be worked around. Looking to...

does it sound the same if the mic gain is lowered?

Thanks for the info Pluto

I Wish the coax was replaceable, seems with the K40 you have to buy the whole assembly, or splice the cable and that cant be good. Woud be nice to put a nice piece of cable on it.

you may need to lower your mike gain / modulation if you can adjust it, it will lower the swing, maybe you are swinging to much.

You guys shold post pics, Kinda neat checking out this gear. I know ive never seen many of them http://cgi.ebay.com/RARE-CB-BASE-RADIO-ARF-2001-WITH-DESK-TOP-MIC_W0QQitemZ110091200123QQihZ001QQcategoryZ48695QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem...

So the ERF2030 would be your best choice for compatibility and reliability??

The CB20W's seem to average Around $10 each w/ shipping. Ive seen lower in the past. The ERF2030's average around $5 each w/ shipping.