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  1. Blackcat630

    If you had to pick a 40 SSB CB BASE purely on asthetics what would you choose?

    I have always liked the looks of a Cobra 2000 with 2 speakers and a D104 on the desk.
  2. Blackcat630

    fix kenwood

    http://www.hamrepair.com/index.html He went through my TS 2000 a few years back. Did a good job. Good communication with me and affordable..
  3. Blackcat630

    Gmrs

    The Baofeng HT I used to have had ctcss tone scan. The "secret" tones aren't so secret anymore. This of course only works if the machine re-transmits the tone or you're luck enough to receive someone accessing the repeater on reverse..
  4. Blackcat630

    Gmrs

    Boy you hit the nail on the head there. I'm no expert by any means but we have several General class guys and a couple Extras around me that blow me away. The lack of common sense radio knowledge is sad at times.
  5. Blackcat630

    New Kenwood HF Transceiver?

    I've been waiting for a replacement.. updated version of the TS 2000 or atleast something with vhf/uhf all mode to come out... still waiting. Guess I will keep my 9700 and that's just fine with me.
  6. Blackcat630

    Remembering the lives lost and Heros of 9-11-2001

    My heart truly break for all those devastated by the "events" of 9/11. I pray that this many years later people will still push for truth regarding these horrific crimes. I don't want to open up a BIG can of worms but I encourage those that just know deep down that the official story just...
  7. Blackcat630

    8ft Grounding rod: copper or galvanized

    Grounding is essential. It's really not an option in my opinion. But as mentioned earlier it must be done correctly. Keep all connections clean and as short as possible. All grounds MUST be at equal potential (bonded together).
  8. Blackcat630

    8ft Grounding rod: copper or galvanized

    It's sarcasm. The within the ( ) in captains reply is why NOT to do it that way.
  9. Blackcat630

    8ft Grounding rod: copper or galvanized

    Yes it is. Grab a role of "seven number ten" is just the work slang for what we use..
  10. Blackcat630

    8ft Grounding rod: copper or galvanized

    I used 2 solid copper wire off each leg of my tower to its own 8 ft copper clad rod. Kept each ground as short as possible. At work we coil 2 solid put it under the butt of the pole. Throw about 6 inches of dirt on top.. it then runs up the pole hole to about 18 inches above grade. We then...
  11. Blackcat630

    very happy day today

    Congrats. Correct me if I'm wrong... I didn't think tech + was a license class anymore? I looked your call up on QRZ and it has you as a Tech issued 5/9/23. I was under the impression the next step up would be General then Extra. Only 3 classes of licenses now?? Am I missing something?
  12. Blackcat630

    What was your last meal??

    Hamburger horse shoe. Central IL original. Two pieces of bread on a plate. Two Hamburger patties on bread. Covered in fries. Then cover all with generous amount of cheese. Yellow or white (beer) cheese is my favorite.
  13. Blackcat630

    How about a "DX-DAY" for forum members

    I vote 40 USB as forum calling freq..
  14. Blackcat630

    6 Meters is OPEN

    W9FNB 50.145 5/1 11:30 utc.. well its about time! 73 Gary KG9AP
  15. Blackcat630

    6 Meters is OPEN

    Worked W4MW earlier on 146.520 from EM59. Easy 5/9 copy. 50 watts to a cx333 vertical at 36ft on my end. 486 air miles IL to NC. Love me some good tropo!
  16. Blackcat630

    Vhf/Uhf opening this weekend 8/19/23

    Sunday is supposed to be even better.. Morning and Evenings are always the best times for activity!! Good luck to everyone hope to work some more new grids myself.
  17. Blackcat630

    Vhf/Uhf opening this weekend 8/19/23

    I checked the Hepburn forcast a couple days ago and this weekend looked promising. Starting last night it has been pretty good stuff. From IL EM59 I worked OK and KS last night on 432.1 new grids for me OK new state 432. Grabbed VA on 2m ssb this morning. Also worked into Wisconsin on 1296.1 ssb...
  18. Blackcat630

    RCI 69 Base Plus

    Indeed that case style has been going strong for 30 years or better. I have always preferred the look of the handles removed..
  19. Blackcat630

    Yagi(s) for 50 MHz Lot's of Links/Building info

    Good information. Thanks for taking the time to drop all the links. I'm planning on lengthening the boom on my 5el cushcraft one of these days..