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TR-696FD-1 Variable Power Mod? Where??

Robb

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Hey guys:

Ever see a variable power mod for the Texas Ranger TR-696FD-1? I bought a dual final mod kit with the IRF520N's. Each MOSFET is rated at 48 watts; so I want to be able to turn it down a few notches and not push them too hard.
Anyone else ever done this mod?

I found this kit on eBay:
eBay

I also bought the IRF520's on eBay too:
eBay
Not sure what resistor value for bias is right for maimum swing - anybody use these?

Additionally, I bought a super recieve kit for it, with the Shottky diodes for a cleaner, more accurate recieve:
eBay
Put it in today - works really well.

All I need now is the mod for the variable power adjust - anyone know a good link???
Any info is greatly appreciated!!!
 

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