My crappy handheld LCR meter has packed it in, right in the middle
of the antenna tuner project. I did some searching over the weekend
and was floored at the prices people want for these things.
The "cheap" Chinese generics have US$600+ prices for something that
measures at 100KHz. That's just insane! I was expecting to see
some used HP meters selling for a couple of hundred bucks. Dream
on ... !
Is this really the state of reality? Or am I looking for LCR in
all the wrong places ... ?
It would be nice to get the 6m tuner completed so I can get the
TR-6 on the air, but that's going to be tricky if I can't measure
coil inductance.
--lyndon
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Selling Complete Drake Novice Station
I am selling my Drake Novice Station which is complete with a Drake 2NT transmitter, R2C receiver with xtal calibrator, all original band xtals, and a Johnson 122 VFO. All 3 have been gone through, recapped, & aligned. All tubes checked, and weak tubes replaced with new. Package includes all interconnecting cables, and factory manuals for the 2NT & R2C, and reprint manual for the VFO.?
This station? operates very well, and while the transmitter will put out full rated power, I never exceed the novice 75w input as indicated by the red line in the meter. Everything you need to put it on the air is there with the exception of your key, speaker & antenna. It's essentially a plug and play station.?
If I were to nit pick, there is a tiny bit of noise when adjusting the volume control near the bottom of the range which goes away when you stop turning it. Probably could use a shot of deoxit.?
My only reason for selling is because I'm in my mid 80's, and I'm trying not to leave technical stuff? for my family to sort out.?
I am asking $580.00 for all 3 units, and prefer local pickup in Oakland CA, but I am willing to pack everything at my expense with the buyer paying actual shipping costs with his choice of carrier. If I ship it, please use PayPal + fees. No warranty or returns, but you will not be disappointed. This is a fun rig to operate and I always receive excellent signal reports.?
I am good on QRZ where you can view my station, and I welcome any serious inquiries.?
David Cuttler KE6YX?
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Re: Drake Tr 7 pre driver transistors
You are correct but I have other ¡°house ¡° projects going on at the same time¡Hi
73
Bill
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On May 12, 2024, at 9:44 PM, Jim Shorney via groups.io <jimNU0C@...> wrote:
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It actually takes very little time to do a search in the message archive. :)
On Sun, 12 May 2024 21:01:18 -0400
"Bill WA2JHS via groups.io" <billjhs@...> wrote:
Thanks Jim¡you saved me a bunch of time!
73
Bill --
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-Jim
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It actually takes very little time to do a search in the message archive. :) On Sun, 12 May 2024 21:01:18 -0400 "Bill WA2JHS via groups.io" <billjhs@...> wrote: Thanks Jim¡you saved me a bunch of time!
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Bill -- 73 -Jim NU0C
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Re: Drake Tr 7 pre driver transistors
Thanks Jim¡you saved me a bunch of time!
73
Bill
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Found this in the group archive:
/g/DRAKE-RADIO/message/41208
On Sun, 12 May 2024 19:57:42 -0400
"Bill WA2JHS via groups.io" <billjhs@...> wrote:
Yes¡and I have version 1!
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73
-Jim
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Found this in the group archive: /g/DRAKE-RADIO/message/41208On Sun, 12 May 2024 19:57:42 -0400 "Bill WA2JHS via groups.io" <billjhs@...> wrote: Yes¡and I have version 1! -- 73 -Jim NU0C
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Re: Drake Tr 7 pre driver transistors
Yes¡and I have version 1!
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Note, this is for the version 2 predriver. If you have the version one board this does not apply.
On Sun, 12 May 2024 18:52:50 -0500
"Jim Shorney via groups.io" <jimNU0C@...> wrote:
MRF-476 or equivalent.
Also have a look at this if you have not seen it already.
On Sun, 12 May 2024 15:43:08 -0700
"Bill WA2JHS via groups.io" <billjhs@...> wrote:
Hello all¡anyone know a sub for the srf2281 pre driver transistors?
73
Bill
Wa2jhs
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-Jim
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Re: Drake Tr 7 pre driver transistors
Note, this is for the version 2 predriver. If you have the version one board this does not apply. On Sun, 12 May 2024 18:52:50 -0500 "Jim Shorney via groups.io" <jimNU0C@...> wrote: MRF-476 or equivalent.
Also have a look at this if you have not seen it already.
On Sun, 12 May 2024 15:43:08 -0700
"Bill WA2JHS via groups.io" <billjhs@...> wrote:
Hello all¡anyone know a sub for the srf2281 pre driver transistors?
73
Bill
Wa2jhs -- 73 -Jim NU0C
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Re: Drake Tr 7 pre driver transistors
Jim¡thanks¡I knew about that article and forgot all about it¡.duh!
73
Bill
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MRF-476 or equivalent.
Also have a look at this if you have not seen it already.
On Sun, 12 May 2024 15:43:08 -0700
"Bill WA2JHS via groups.io" <billjhs@...> wrote:
Hello all¡anyone know a sub for the srf2281 pre driver transistors?
73
Bill
Wa2jhs --
73
-Jim
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Re: Drake Tr 7 pre driver transistors
MRF-476 or equivalent. Also have a look at this if you have not seen it already. On Sun, 12 May 2024 15:43:08 -0700 "Bill WA2JHS via groups.io" <billjhs@...> wrote: Hello all¡anyone know a sub for the srf2281 pre driver transistors?
73
Bill
Wa2jhs -- 73 -Jim NU0C
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Drake Tr 7 pre driver transistors
Hello all¡anyone know a sub for the srf2281 pre driver transistors??
73
Bill
Wa2jhs
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I am interested in the rv4c. Please email me off list to discuss echapm4@...?
For those going to the Hamvention this week I will be in space 7951 and,
among other items, I will have restored Drake gear. MS-4 with AC-4,
RV-4C, R-4C and TR-4CW/RIT.? Prices range from $195 to $800.
If you want specifics and can't wait for the show, send a private email.
73,
Bill, K3PGB
wabateATverizonDOTnet
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For those going to the Hamvention this week I will be in space 7951 and, among other items, I will have restored Drake gear. MS-4 with AC-4, RV-4C, R-4C and TR-4CW/RIT.? Prices range from $195 to $800.
If you want specifics and can't wait for the show, send a private email.
73,
Bill, K3PGB
wabateATverizonDOTnet
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Hi
I'm looking for a software for the Drake R8. Any sources, infos?
Daniel
HB9DDS
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Re: AF4K Crystals needs old FT-243 and HC-6/U crystals for rebuilding
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Thank you Bill !
73 ? Steve ?WD8DAS
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Re: Drake CS7 and switch box -Price Reduced
Did this ever sell??
Thanks
73
Bill
W4WCS
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Eric,
If you find any cabinets or junked amps you can text me if you like.
Chuck
231.668.1115??
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? On Fri, May 10, 2024 at 12:41?PM william stevens via <197174stevens= [email protected]> wrote: Gents By any chance is there a3rd Ot 58 MHz in that pile of ?xstals? Bill WB2UFC On May 10, 2024, at 1:22?PM, Bill Leonard N0CU via <billincolo73=[email protected]> wrote:
? Steve,
I gathered up eleven HC-6 crystals and about 70 other crystals?of various styles. I will get them in the mail to you next week. Hope this helps.
Bill N0CU On Wed, May 8, 2024 at 4:41?PM Steve Johnston via <sbjohnston= [email protected]> wrote:
AF4K Crystals needs old FT-243 and HC-6/U crystals for rebuilding
Thank you to everyone who has supported the new AF4K Crystals.? I really enjoying supplying FT-243 and HC-6/U crystals to vintage and homebrew enthusiasts.? It is especially fun to help people new to the world of vintage technology.??
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One problem:? I am concerned that I am going to soon run out of old crystals on oddball frequencies that I can rebuild onto useful frequencies.
If you have some old FT-243 or HC-6/U crystals that you can spare, please consider my need.?? If you don't have a plan to use those crystals, let me use them to equip those who need crystals in vintage holders. ?
If you are going to be at the Dayton/Xenia Hamvention in a week or so, bring your crystals along.? I'll be in fleamarket space 9001, right under the tree next to the grandstand.
Otherwise ship them to Steve Johnston, 2309 Tulare St, Fitchburg WI 53711.? I'll be glad to reimburse you for shipping.
Think of it as "crystal recycling".? The best kind of recycling is repair and re-use, after all!
73?? Steve? WD8DAS
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On Fri, May 10, 2024 at 12:41?PM william stevens via <197174stevens= [email protected]> wrote: Gents By any chance is there a3rd Ot 58 MHz in that pile of ?xstals? Bill WB2UFC On May 10, 2024, at 1:22?PM, Bill Leonard N0CU via <billincolo73=[email protected]> wrote:
? Steve,
I gathered up eleven HC-6 crystals and about 70 other crystals?of various styles. I will get them in the mail to you next week. Hope this helps.
Bill N0CU On Wed, May 8, 2024 at 4:41?PM Steve Johnston via <sbjohnston= [email protected]> wrote:
AF4K Crystals needs old FT-243 and HC-6/U crystals for rebuilding
Thank you to everyone who has supported the new AF4K Crystals.? I really enjoying supplying FT-243 and HC-6/U crystals to vintage and homebrew enthusiasts.? It is especially fun to help people new to the world of vintage technology.??
?
One problem:? I am concerned that I am going to soon run out of old crystals on oddball frequencies that I can rebuild onto useful frequencies.
If you have some old FT-243 or HC-6/U crystals that you can spare, please consider my need.?? If you don't have a plan to use those crystals, let me use them to equip those who need crystals in vintage holders. ?
If you are going to be at the Dayton/Xenia Hamvention in a week or so, bring your crystals along.? I'll be in fleamarket space 9001, right under the tree next to the grandstand.
Otherwise ship them to Steve Johnston, 2309 Tulare St, Fitchburg WI 53711.? I'll be glad to reimburse you for shipping.
Think of it as "crystal recycling".? The best kind of recycling is repair and re-use, after all!
73?? Steve? WD8DAS
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David KE6YX
Jim Shorney
K8CCA
HB9DDS
Bill