Re: [BVARC] Mobile antenna tuning question

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

That wasn’t it.  I used the uhf connector port and it’s still swr off the 
chart. 


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On Tuesday, May 28, 2024, 10:23 AM, Eddie Runner  wrote:

 I would call COMET and see if this is normal...Eddie (NU5K)
On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 06:34:01 PM CDT, terry leatherland via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 I'm sure someone knows about Mobile antennas. Our friends at River Oaks Car 
Stereo for sure. Anthony?Here is my dilemma , or something I am doing wrong. 
I bought this antenna to mount on my new truck. I have a brand new Comet 
analyzer. The antenna is hood lip mounted with a comet Hood mount. When I 
analyze the raw antenna thru its one piece of coax, it is perfect 1.5 or less 
on 2Meters @ 50ohms. But when I dial up  to 440 Mhz, the swr and Ohms is off 
the chart.My radio is my old reliable Kenwood TMV71 of which I have 3 identical.
Shouldn't I be able to just change the band knob to 430 and it read good SWR?  
Do I have to find the resonant point of the upper band and start trimming the 
top length down to 440 good swr?I'm perplexed or doing something dumb. 
Terry



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Re: [BVARC] Mobile antenna tuning question

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

John.  Thanks.  That’s probably it. !   I’m using the same so239 for both.   


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On Tuesday, May 28, 2024, 4:51 AM, anthony moro via BVARC  
wrote:

I would have to agree with John. Also if the antenna has a set screw on the top 
part then maybe it could be shortened or lengthen. But first check the 
analysier. There have been a few of them that I have used and needed a 
different connector to measure different bands.
On Mon, May 27, 2024, 7:23 PM John Denison via BVARC  wrote:

  Terry are you using the CAA-500 Comet analyzer? If so, then are you using the 
N connector to test 70cm? The manual states that the UHF (SO-239) connector is 
for everything 300MHz and below, and the N connector is for 300 to 500 MHz. As 
it is, its like there is no antenna connected to the N connector and thus your 
SWR is at infinity.
 
 73
 John Denison
 KD5YOU
 
 On 5/27/2024 6:33 PM, terry leatherland via BVARC wrote:
  
   I'm sure someone knows about Mobile antennas. Our friends at River Oaks Car 
Stereo for sure. Anthony? Here is my dilemma , or something I am doing wrong.  
  I bought this antenna to mount on my new truck. I have a brand new Comet 
analyzer. The antenna is hood lip mounted with a comet Hood mount.  When I 
analyze the raw antenna thru its one piece of coax, it is perfect 1.5 or less 
on 2Meters @ 50ohms.  But when I dial up  to 440 Mhz, the swr and Ohms is off 
the chart. My radio is my old reliable Kenwood TMV71 of which I have 3 
identical. 
  Shouldn't I be able to just change the band knob to 430 and it read good SWR? 
 Do I have to find the resonant point of the upper band and start trimming the 
top length down to 440 good swr? I'm perplexed or doing something dumb.  
  Terry 
  
 
  
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[BVARC] Radio Repair in TExas

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I have seen posts asking for references for Radio Repair shops. Mark this down. 
   Hamrepair.comIt is the company of NF5P in San Antonio. He fixed a radio for 
me years back when he was in Dallas. I am emailing with him about something and 
he is responding fast. So mark this down in your information folder. 
Terry
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[BVARC] Mobile antenna tuning question

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I'm sure someone knows about Mobile antennas. Our friends at River Oaks Car 
Stereo for sure. Anthony?Here is my dilemma , or something I am doing wrong. 
I bought this antenna to mount on my new truck. I have a brand new Comet 
analyzer. The antenna is hood lip mounted with a comet Hood mount. When I 
analyze the raw antenna thru its one piece of coax, it is perfect 1.5 or less 
on 2Meters @ 50ohms. But when I dial up  to 440 Mhz, the swr and Ohms is off 
the chart.My radio is my old reliable Kenwood TMV71 of which I have 3 identical.
Shouldn't I be able to just change the band knob to 430 and it read good SWR?  
Do I have to find the resonant point of the upper band and start trimming the 
top length down to 440 good swr?I'm perplexed or doing something dumb. 
Terry



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Re: [BVARC] BVARC BoD Meeting- sorry i missed

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Hi Folks. For once I am in town and I totally forgot about the meeting last 
night. I was hungry and started a steak on the grill and at 7 I realized i 
forgot. I guess I need to lock it in my multiple calendars that control my 
life. :-( Terry
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On Friday, May 24, 2024 at 06:02:54 PM CDT, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
  The next BVARC Board of Directors meeting is Sunday, June 9th, at 5:00 p.m. 
via Zoom.  As always, all are welcome to attend.

BVARC Admin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
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Re: [BVARC] Board of Directors Meeting

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What time for the sat am board meeting. I don’t see it in the announcement 
Terry 


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 Correction:
BVARC Board Meeting this Saturday.  As always, all are welcome to attend.

Meeting will be in person (only) at Bayland Community Center,6400 Bissonnet St, 
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Re: [BVARC] Packet Radio in Houston

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Scott, That's a perfect case for APRS digipeater works. You should do some 
googling on that and see what special software interfaces you need. I use a 
Tiny Tracker  but it is offline for a while. Long range I'm converting the Tiny 
Tracker to a Raspberry Pi HAM digital utility but I don't have enough time to 
attend to it yet. Still not retired. Kd5you is one of  our Winlink experts. The 
Ft Bend County Emerg  Radio group uses Winlink check-in in every Monday. 

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 02:38:18 PM CST, Scott Little via BVARC 
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 Hi all,
I recently got setup for packet radio at the ham shack, but I haven't
found any good systems to connect to other than some Winlink nodes...
can anyone point me to some?
Thanks,
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Re: [BVARC] BVARC Annual Banquet - January 18th, 2024

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I will miss the banquet this year due to a number of conflicts that have 
emerged. Mainly a commitment to the Coast Guard Auxiliary for Boat Crew Academy 
for 6 straight Saturdays and yet another year of mid-week trips to Dallas 
starting again in mid-January. 
Terry 

On Friday, December 22, 2023 at 10:37:47 AM CST, Mike Hardwick via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 The cut-off date is coming up fast for food tickets and awards nominations. 
Please go to the BVARC main page to order your food tickets for the BVARC 
annual banquet. For the awards nominations, please send me an e-mail with your 
recommendations for the Loop & Zepp, K1JT, Dr Bill and, of course, the Order of 
the Key. Both the purchases and nominations have to be in no later than January 
3rd, 2024. 
Information on the banquet and awards are on the BVARC web site on the main 
page. 
Please sign-up as soon as possible. 
If you have any questions, please contact me. 
Have a great Christmas. 
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Re: [BVARC] I need a net control sub for Monday 25th 8pm

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I still need a net control substitute for this coming Monday if someone wants to take the reins at 8pm on the 146.94 repeater for the Monday nite net. Terry K5pgfSent from my iPhoneOn Sep 15, 2023, at 10:27 AM, Terry Leatherland via BVARC  wrote:Let me know if someone wants to take the Mic for net control that nite.  Reply to me at k5...@yahoo.com TerryBrazos Valley Amateur Radio ClubBVARC mailing listBVARC@bvarc.orghttp://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.orgPublicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/bvarc@bvarc.org/ 
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[BVARC] I need a net control sub for Monday 25th 8pm

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Let me know if someone wants to take the Mic for net control that nite.  
Reply to me at k5...@yahoo.com  
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Re: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience?

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Funny.   I was the one asking for joint brains to figure out how to do things.  I certainly can’t give a class since I am at pi ground zero.  I have a pi4 and loaded it with pi Linux. And monitor .   Next is sound, and then ham softwares , and then wires and cables to connect to radios.  That’s why this is a hobby. We can discuss tomorrow nite at the Bvarc meeting. 73Sent from my iPhoneOn Jul 11, 2023, at 3:58 PM, Mike Knerr via BVARC  wrote:We should have some room available at bayland park.Mike Knerr KI5UBL 73 On Tue, Jul 11, 2023, 1:47 PM Michael Shanks via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:Well Terry it looks like you’re gonna have to give a class on this or somebody is don’t we have room in the place where the testing is doneSent from my iPhoneOn Jul 11, 2023, at 11:09 AM, Ido Samuelson via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 5:19 PM terry leatherland via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:Sounds like I have started a HAm R-pi club of sorts inside BVARC :-) I received 3 responses. I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon. Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx






On Monday, July 10, 2023 at 06:56:41 AM CDT, M Reiter <beachcat...@gmail.com> wrote:



Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu loaded to it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a winlink, and since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the winlink stuff with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still work. at least one will be a HF CW repeater in the future.MarcKI5ZHOOn Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56 PM terry leatherland via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new Pi4.  Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their brain?   John Kd5you? TerryTerry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
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Re: [BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience?

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Sounds like I have started a HAm R-pi club of sorts inside BVARC :-) I received 
3 responses. I'll cook up a group zoom to talk things soon. 

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

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 Happy to be a co conspirator, I have an orange pi 5+ that has ubuntu loaded to 
it. that was intended to either fly in an RC aircraft or be a winlink, and 
since I do not have the aircraft yet, be happy to workout the winlink stuff 
with you. I also have several RPi that may or may not still work. at least one 
will be a HF CW repeater in the future.MarcKI5ZHO

On Sun, Jul 9, 2023 at 5:56 PM terry leatherland via BVARC  
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I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new Pi4.  
Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their brain?   John 
Kd5you? Terry

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[BVARC] Raspberry Pi Digipeater - anyone with experience?

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I am embarking on a slow side-project to build a digipeater from my new Pi4.  
Does anyone have any experience with this that I can pick their brain?   John 
Kd5you? Terry

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Re: [BVARC] General Meeting May 11th - RSVP for Food

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Sorry  I will have to miss this one. 
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 06:59:06 PM CDT, Mike Hardwick via BVARC 
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 The BVARC general meeting is coming up in just a few days so I want to make 
sure there is enough food for the members coming out to the meeting. I have 
received a few RSVP's but unfortunately some of them did not indicate whether 
they wanted to eat or not. 
So if you would like to have a BBQ baked potato Thursday night, please send me 
an e-mail letting me know. I also need to the people that responded earlier to 
resend their answer. I need to get the answer no later than Monday. I did 
mention earlier about a Wednesday deadline but that will be too late for the 
cooking team to make adjustments to the food purchase. I apologize if this 
caused any convenience with anyone. 
I also did not list a full menu so here it is:
Baked PotatoYour choice of BBQ sausage or BBQ BrisketSour creamCheeseBacon 
BitsChivesButterBlack Beans
There will be chocolate chips cookies and maybe another desert as well. And as 
always, water and soft drinks.
So come on out for a good time at the May11th general meeting for information 
on Museum Ships Weekend, have some good food and something new - "ham radio 
trivial pursuit"!
Mike Hardwick, N5VCXPresident Brazos Valley Amateur Radio 
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[BVARC] Committees

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Mike ,  mr President. 
I lost the committee ping email so here is a reply.  I will volunteer for the 
finance and governance , and procedures committee , or whatever you choose to 
name that type function. 

Terry
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Re: [BVARC] Monday 24th Net Control substitute

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Sending out a ping again. I am going to be in Oklahoma with 3 grandkid cowboys 
under the age of 5 next week. I cannot do Net Control Monday nite. If anyone is 
interested in taking the mic control, please let Mike Hardwick, N5VCX know. He 
is the new net master.  I'll take the reins again next month 4th Monday. 
Terry
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On Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 07:37:00 AM CDT, Terry Leatherland via BVARC 
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 To anyone that can carry the flag, I am called to Dallas again on Monday the 
24th,  so I cant be the net control for that evening at 8pm on the repeater.
I can swap with someone  next week, the 7th though.
If someone would like to take the reins and try the fun duty, let myself and 
Mike Hardwick know. N5VCX.  Mike is now the net coordinator.

Terry
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[BVARC] Hoa antenna presentation

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

There have been several questions on how to get a pdf of my presentation from 
this past week.  
I will be glad to send a link to my google drive for it but do not post it to 
you tube or any other globally accessible place please.  
Just send me a ping to k5...@yahoo.com and I’ll send a pdf or link.   Please 
keep it to yourself. 
I am currently fishing offshore Gulfport ms , back Sunday, tomorrow.   
Cheers  
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[BVARC] Monday 24th Net Control substitute

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To anyone that can carry the flag, I am called to Dallas again on Monday the 
24th,  so I cant be the net control for that evening at 8pm on the repeater.
I can swap with someone  next week, the 7th though.
If someone would like to take the reins and try the fun duty, let myself and 
Mike Hardwick know. N5VCX.  Mike is now the net coordinator.

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Re: [BVARC] BLT-109 N5EKO/B

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Hi. I am speaking on HOA stealth antennas on April 13 in the in person meeting. 
Would you like to chime in on your Attic Folded dipole. ?  I can give you some 
air time. here is my presentation.   I had 62 people in the room at the 
hamfest.  so Im doing it again.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14p-gafwkrX-qe2_Kr0QAVtgDlt1xR2b6/view?usp=share_link




Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 11:04:09 PM CDT, David F. Reed via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Excellent; good job; please let us know before the next one is launched; maybe 
some of us could come for it, and who knows, you might end up with more helpers 
in the long run!
73 de W5SV, Dave



On Mar 19, 2023, at 22:10, Walter Holmes via BVARC  wrote:

Just an update, that this balloon launched 2 weeks ago from the GHH is just 
making its second pass over China right now.  
https://aprs.fi/#!mt=roadmap=4=a%2FN5EKO-109=604800=604800
      Walter/K5WH  
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Re: [BVARC] Need a Monday nite net control for march 27 net

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Ping      Is there anyone available  Monday 27th to be net control? I will be 
out of town in Los Angeles. I need a sub.
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Monday, March 13, 2023 at 06:51:33 PM CDT, Terry Leatherland via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 I am called to Los Angeles for work on the 27th.  Would someone like to take 
the net control reins on that Monday in 2 weeks 8pm.  If yes email me at 
k5...@yahoo.com. 
1st one gets the job 

Terry 

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[BVARC] Need a Monday nite net control for march 27 net

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

I am called to Los Angeles for work on the 27th.  Would someone like to take 
the net control reins on that Monday in 2 weeks 8pm.   If yes email me at 
k5...@yahoo.com. 
1st one gets the job 

Terry 

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Re: [BVARC] Radio Merit Badge - Need help for Saturday!

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Cannot do this saturday. 
I have colleague at work that teaches this merit badge in Austin. I am trying 
to get his presentation to follow,.

On the weekends my first priorities are fishing and golf and tennis  so all 
else comes second.  :-)


> On Feb 1, 2023, at 8:16 PM, Jeff Greer via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> Nope.  Wrong link.  They are here:  
> https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/Merit_Badge_ReqandRes/Radio.pdf
> From: Jeff Greer 
> Sent: Wednesday, February 1, 2023 8:15 PM
> To: bvarc@bvarc.org 
> Cc: ralph e phillips 
> Subject: Re: Radio Merit Badge - Need help for Saturday!
>  
> Forgot to include a link to the badge requirements.  They are here:  
> https://www.samhoustonbsa.org/merit-badge-days
> 
> -j
> From: Jeff Greer 
> Sent: Wednesday, February 1, 2023 7:38 PM
> To: bvarc@bvarc.org 
> Cc: ralph e phillips 
> Subject: Radio Merit Badge - Need help for Saturday!
>  
> BVARC,
> 
> The Sam Houston Area Council (of Scouts BSA - formerly known as Boy Scouts of 
> America) has a merit badge event happening this Saturday.  They would like to 
> offer the radio merit badge there, and, in fact, have about a dozen scouts 
> signed up to take a 4-hour radio merit badge "class," but they don't have a 
> ham to teach the class.
> 
> I'm sending this out hoping that one of us is available on Saturday (Feb 4th 
> - this wknd) and willing to teach the class (which may involve signing up for 
> Scouts BSA on their website and filling out a form and taking some youth 
> protection training online).
> 
> I've copied Ralph Phillips here so he can forward this request to OFARC as 
> well, and because he can provide powerpoint slide decks to anyone who 
> volunteers to teach the class...
> 
> Thanks for your consideration; if you're able to help, please let me know 
> ASAP, as there's precious little time left to pull this together.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Jeff Greer, W5JEF
> BVARC Corresponding Secretary
> Father of Joey and Kellan
> Cubmaster
> Cub Scout Pack 167
> St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
> Houston, Texas
> (281) 989-5798 (mobile)
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Re: [BVARC] GHHF Org meeting - February 2nd

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Eddie,.Im on the EMROG net tonight and just heard about an ARES meeting at the 
Hamfest at 7am saturday.  That spurred the thought that we need to publish a 
schedule of meetings for the Hamfest if its not already on the website.I'm 
poking around on it and dont see any, but I'm probably missing it.
When Rick has a session schedule solid we should post it i think.
Terry


 

On Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 08:15:13 PM CST, Eddie Runner via BVARC 
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  Next HamFest planning meeting is this Thursdayevening at 7PM..

Lupe Tortilla 15801 Southwest FreewaySugar Land, Tx 77478

 Eddie (NU5K)
  
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Re: [BVARC] GHHF Org meeting - February 2nd

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Ill be on an airplane again but will call in from the car as soon as I land 
Hobby.Terry 

On Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 08:15:13 PM CST, Eddie Runner via BVARC 
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  Next HamFest planning meeting is this Thursdayevening at 7PM..

Lupe Tortilla 15801 Southwest FreewaySugar Land, Tx 77478

 Eddie (NU5K)
  
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Re: [BVARC] real deal antenna question.

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Marc,I will be presenting a session surrounding this topic at the HAMFest in 
March. Feel free to come listen to my 50 years of HOA Stealth antenna 
experiences. Some of the principles are the same for RV antennas. 
You can expand from there with all the many mentors in this email reflector.73. 
 :-) Terry
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Monday, January 30, 2023 at 09:53:53 AM CST, M Reiter via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 I am a total noob. (new guy for the older folks).I ordered an icom 7300  and 
want to do all the things i can with it but mostly ARES, and POTA.  so of 
course I am thinking about antennas,  I really like building antennas,  however 
the one I built for 146MHz receives crystal clear but does not transmit as far 
as I can see.   I do not have a bunch of money to spend on professional 
antennas so i would like to make usable ones on the first try.
I have materials like steel tubing, aluminum tubing, pvc,  wire rope shackles, 
pullies, and lots of 18ga wire.  a welder, knot skills,  I am thinking putting 
two steel 20' tubes up with guy wires would be easy enough, maybe even could 
get them as high as 30ft, and this is great for 10m 20m, but when I start to 
think of 40m and needing a 65ft dipole, 65ft in the air, I feel defeated.  are 
these "rules"  really just best possible requirements and putting a 65ft dipole 
at 30ft will be fine forPOTA, and maybe even some DX on the right days or 
nights?  I am intending to build out my "shack" in an RV because I have some 
Gypsy blood somewhere way back. otherwise I would just build two 70ft towers in 
my back yard.  I will assume that 80m is not really a mobile band, and I would 
only attempt it if I was really bored and living in the desert.   I did order 
an antenna from a website that builds ground radial vertical antennas, for 
10-80m,  I assume this will work in the USA.  and maybe an occasional DX on the 
perfect days,   Obviously I have been reading too many internet sites and my 
information may be very flawed so I am asking yall as I know you know the truth.
what is the absolute minimum I need to run some 10,20,40M dipoles in a park.  
how high?  do I need an analyser? good swr meter?   some proper 1:1 baluns? 
dummy load?  other?  

I know I should have gone to the field meet. 

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[BVARC] Awards Banquet Survey for Nominations. Its easy.

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

BVARC’rs.   Please take a moment to press the link below and take the 4 
question survey as to who you think should be awarded any of the 4 honors at 
the January 20 awards banquet. The survey is only visible to K5PGF 
(administrator) and President Mike Hardwick, N5VCX.

Thanks for your continued membership in the BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB. 

Terry K5PGF.  2023 Board Member

Let Terry know at k5...@yahoo.com  if something is 
amiss with the link. Dont flood the email reflector.
If you have issues with taking this survey, then press delete.  :-)


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[BVARC] Welcome new ham KI5YZU

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Bvarc.  Please welcome my friend Denny who lives in sienna.  Just got his 
technician.  We are getting him on the air at home this weekend. 

Terry. K5pgf 

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Re: [BVARC] Hamfest Planning Mtg

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

nevermind. followed the e bread crumbs to see that you moved it to Friday even 
though it was labeled today.  See you then.
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 07:06:21 PM CDT, terry leatherland via 
BVARC  wrote:  
 
 Jeff  Zoom wont let you into the meeting tonight since it is a scheduled 
meeting for Nov 4.  Is there another meeting ID?
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 10:31:50 AM CDT, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
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  Reminder: Hamfest planning meeting tonight!

BVARC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Hamfest Planning MeetingTime: Nov 1, 2022 07:00 PM Central Time (US and 
Canada)
Join Zoom 
Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85235425844?pwd=Qi9GbjhSSTZGM0wwOVBoS1V5SHBtZz09
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Re: [BVARC] Hamfest Planning Mtg

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Jeff  Zoom wont let you into the meeting tonight since it is a scheduled 
meeting for Nov 4.  Is there another meeting ID?
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 10:31:50 AM CDT, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
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  Reminder: Hamfest planning meeting tonight!

BVARC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Hamfest Planning MeetingTime: Nov 1, 2022 07:00 PM Central Time (US and 
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Join Zoom 
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Re: [BVARC] Beacon - A patient on Life Support

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Kudos to all that have come before us in this endeavor.

> On Oct 8, 2022, at 4:06 PM, Eddie Runner via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> the LABOR problem, is exactly why I posted this article on the reflector.
> 
> so far several folks have offered some support..   
> 
> My opinion is we have a BEACON PARTY once a month where a bunch
> of us get together at a restaurant, or someones house or at bayland park
> 
> OR AT MY STORE IF NEED BE...
> 
> and fold and address the newsletters..   If we act like it is FUN, then i 
> expect to 
> generate a lot of helpers wanting to socialize..
> 
> If we act like its HARD BACKBREAKING LABOR, then no one will want to help..
> 
> do you remember the story of TOM SAWYER?
> Tom appeared on the sidewalk with a bucket of whitewash and a long-handled 
> brush. 
> He surveyed the fence, and all gladness left him and a deep melancholy 
> settled down upon his spirit.
> 
> Tom pretended it was FUN and BEN did all the whitewashing.. 
> 
> SMILE...
> its all in the presentation
> 
> Eddie (NU5K)
> 
> 
> On Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 03:32:20 PM CDT, k5hm.ron--- via BVARC 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> I have discussed this issue with K5IZO often.  I know how passionately he 
> feels about the Beacon.
> 
> He and I have agreed to disagree.  I declared for an electronically based 
> Beacon going forward.
> 
>  
> Actually, NONE of the options offered address the real problem.  That is, who 
> is going to put the Beacon together and publish it?   Whether  you chose 
> option 1,2,3 or 4, A person or persons has to do the work of editing and 
> putting together and sending out the Beacon month after month.  That problem 
> still remains regardless of how you deal with the costs. 
> 
>   
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[BVARC] Is there a board mtg Zoom this morning? I can finally make one. :-)

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

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[BVARC] Fwd: Hurricane Ian hero: Maryland firefighter uses his ham radio to send rescuers to Florida's Sanibel Island | Fox News

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

My wife sent this to me this week. It is pretty cool about our hobby. I dont 
know if this has gone around, but here is a good read.
Terry 
K5PGF


> Begin forwarded message:
> 
> From: Nancy 
> Subject: Hurricane Ian hero: Maryland firefighter uses his ham radio to send 
> rescuers to Florida's Sanibel Island | Fox News
> Date: October 8, 2022 at 5:09:10 AM CDT
> To: Hubby Leatherland 
> 
> 
> https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle/hurricane-ian-hero-maryland-firefighter-ham-radio-send-rescuers-sanibel-island
> 
> 
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Re: [BVARC] September BVARC newsletter now online

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Eddie   Did the board ever setup an OPT out flag for the paper newsletter?   
This has been discussed for many years off and on.
If so, I will opt out to save the club my 2$ mailing fee every month. 
I’ll read it when you send this announcement.  :-).  I do need the reminder. :-)

Terry. K5PGF


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> On Aug 28, 2022, at 8:38 PM, Eddie Runner via BVARC  wrote:
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> 
> Get the new newsletter now
> 
> https://bvarc.org/newsletter/202209.pdf
> 
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Re: [BVARC] Monthly Tailgate/Breakfast at Freddy's Cafe

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Sorry for the controversy gentleman. I didn't realize the email was forwarded 
from Katy org. Yes. Stay the course.
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Saturday, August 6, 2022, 10:40:17 PM CDT, Ron Litt via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Stay rhe course Jimmy.  I will be there 

Ron Litt, K5HM
On Sat, Aug 6, 2022, 22:18 Jimmy Vance via BVARC  wrote:

  I participate in both clubs, and this is for everyone, not just KARS which is 
why I didn't place a club name on it.  Trying to keep it low touch where it 
takes care of itself and doesn't need someone stuck 'running things'.   It has 
been mentioned/discussed at BVARC board meetings as well as at least one BVARC 
general meeting.
 
 The location is where KARS has been meeting for breakfast for about 4 years.  
The food is good, the parking lot is big. Being an industrial park, pretty much 
everything else is closed on Saturday so there isn't much traffic to deal with. 
 
 
 Hopefully it takes off and becomes a regular thing. If it does, it does, if it 
doesn't, it doesn't.  Will try it for a few months and see what happens
 
 --jv
 
 
 
 On 8/6/2022 9:53 PM, Steve Agee via BVARC wrote:
  
 Thanks, Rick. I reviewed his original message and saw nothing about KARS 
posted in it. Although, I was thinking to myself, that would be a perfect place 
for that club to meet. When he said "we" I took it to mean BVARC. Of course, 
that parking lot in Stafford worked great for our club. Perhaps look at that 
location for us again in the future.
 
 Thanks,
 N5ZUA
 
 On 8/6/2022 9:46 PM, Rick Hiller via BVARC wrote:
  
 As I understand it, it is a function of  KARS -- Katy Amateur Radio Society, 
not BVARC, so the location for KARS is relevant.   BVARC reflector listing by 
Jimmy was a courtesy and a marketing move. Rick -- W5RH   
  On Sat, Aug 6, 2022 at 9:36 PM Steve Agee via BVARC  wrote:
  
   It seems like northeast Fort Bend County works best for the majority of 
folks. Your location is in far west Harris County, which may not be so 
accessible to the majority of members. A discussion on where to have it would 
probably have been better for attendance, rather than just naming a place in 
the far western area, that may be out of reach for many. Of course, it is very 
close to me.
 
 N5ZUA
 
 On 8/6/2022 6:08 PM, Jimmy Vance via BVARC wrote:
  
I hadn't really thought about moving it around.  While on the face this may 
sound good, in theory I think having it at the same location would make it 
easier on everyone. But this topic can be left open for more discussion 
 
 --jv 
 
 
 
 On 8/6/2022 5:32 PM, Terry Leatherland wrote: 
 
Jimmy.  Good idea.  Can the club consider moving it around west south and north 
in ft bend county ? 
 I think we can easily get permission for the movie theater parking lot by the 
mall in the far corner by the mall sometime 
 Terry 
 
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On Aug 6, 2022, at 11:35 AM, Jimmy Vance via BVARC  wrote: 
 
  
 
 We are going to start holding the monthly tailgate again on the 3rd Saturday 
at 08:00 
 
 No Fee, just come setup in the parking lot 
 
 
 Freddy's Cafe 
 16830 Barker Springs Rd # 400 
 Houston, TX 77084 
 
 https://goo.gl/maps/pk4dpCjwauATKhs9A 
 
 73 
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Re: [BVARC] Monthly Tailgate/Breakfast at Freddy's Cafe

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Jimmy.  Good idea.  Can the club consider moving it around west south and north 
in ft bend county ?
I think we can easily get permission for the movie theater parking lot by the 
mall in the far corner by the mall sometime 
Terry 

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> On Aug 6, 2022, at 11:35 AM, Jimmy Vance via BVARC  wrote:
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> 
> We are going to start holding the monthly tailgate again on the 3rd Saturday 
> at 08:00
> 
> No Fee, just come setup in the parking lot
> 
> 
> Freddy's Cafe
> 16830 Barker Springs Rd # 400
> Houston, TX 77084
> 
> https://goo.gl/maps/pk4dpCjwauATKhs9A
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> 73
> Jimmy Vance
> NA5D
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Re: [BVARC] Field Day Bow Out

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I have been in Covid Jail for a week. Just came out yesterday. But Im stayiung 
away from FD for caution for you all.
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Friday, June 24, 2022, 11:27:33 AM CDT, K5IZO via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Regretfully, like Big Al (N5XZ), I too have to bow out of Field Day for the 
same reason.  Both my wife and I tested positive for COVID about 10-12 days 
ago.  We eventually tested negative this past Sunday.  I had both shots plus 
one booster so it was very mild. However I will still be in the quarantine 
period until this Sunday.  

I had signed up for some “graveyard shift” CW slots, but since removed them.

Enjoy yourselves.

Tnx es 73
de John, K5IZO 

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[BVARC] Kd5at is on 7.184 on Uss Alabama

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Now. 

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[BVARC] Baby Noah future Ham

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Hi all.  I thought you might like a laugh for today. My 2 yr old grandson has 
seen me talking on the radio.  So today he sang his abc’s on the air   

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aOJedfJOr85Wud6Q3ebTAbpyWHArii0v/view?usp=drivesdk

Cheers 
K5PGF

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Re: [BVARC] masts & towers

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Jeff, For the last 10 years before I moved to Riverstone in 2017, I had a 
fold-up antenna I engineered with the help of a mechanical engineer.The mast is 
a 20' 2" steel pole. I welded a c-bracket for the eaves of my garage to use as 
a pivot at the 8' mark.It required 62lbs of counter balance after compensating 
for the weight of the pole above 8' and the 22lb antenna.I could fold it up and 
down with one finger.At the bottom I put a short pipe in the ground to secure 
it with a bolt.
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It worked great with a MFJ rotatable 
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Now I have a folded dipole up 20' in the trees using a tree in the middle and 
that same mast on one end. 
I also have a 40M Skyloop with the same mast and trees.
You are welcome to come to Riverstone and see sometime.TerryK5pgf
Oh yea. I also used to be a HOA board member in Colony Grant.I have a letter 
that passed for my application before I became a board member based on that 
fold up antenna.






Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Wednesday, March 30, 2022, 03:02:14 PM CDT, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
  Hi, BVARC!
I'm curious as to what others are doing for masts/towers.  I'm in an HOA ("no 
antennas") with a tiny little yard.  Nobody has complained so far about my 
homebrew "DX Commander" style fan vertical, which looks like a 31' jackite pole 
(because that's pretty much what it is, with some 3d-printed wire spreaders).  
I was holding that up w/ a 5' piece of 3/4 copper water pipe driven halfway 
into the ground.  Worked for several months, but the wind finally bent the 
pipe.  I have some 5' electrical conduit that looks a little tougher, but I may 
resort to guying.  The metal inside the bottom of the fiberglass pole, I 
suspect, interferes with my 10m element, anyway...
I'm also wanting to put my Ed Fong DBJ-1 (which looks like a 5' PVC pipe) up 
with the feedpoint 25-30'.  I picked up a couple of old tires, and I'm thinking 
of filling one with concrete (think tetherball pole) and mounting a couple of 
pieces of angle iron in the concrete, so I can drill holes, put some sort of 
mast between them, and make a "tilt over" base/hinge for the mast.  Has anybody 
built a self-supporting (non-guyed) 30 foot mast out of, say, some sort of 
stock from Home Depot/Lowe's?  The internet has lots of stories about using 
chain link fence top rail (10' sections), but most say that 2 of those (20') is 
all you join before it gets super wobbly.  Would love to use some sort of 
square tube - maybe nesting sections - but not sure where to get 10' sections, 
and not sure aluminum would be strong enough or steel would be light enough...
Anyway, that's where I am.  I thought I'd float this out there to benefit from 
the experience of those who have been there and done that.  Hope y'all can help 
me come up with something that will work while avoiding poor choices that could 
cause damage or hurt somebody.
Thanks!
-Jeff, W5JEF

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Re: [BVARC] 10-10 Net Tonight

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Ok I’ll try. 

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> On Feb 22, 2022, at 4:07 PM, n5xz via BVARC  wrote:
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> Join us tonight 28.488 8pm. TAKE 10 METERS BACK!
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Re: [BVARC] N5XZ North American QSO Party, CW - January

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Glad to see you are back on the air  
You probably heard. I took a hidden strike the same time you did.It took out my 
CAT computer control on my FT991.  Now I have a complete new station.FTDX10  + 
Expert amp 1.3K  + new computer   +  2 antennas.  One Folded Dipole  One 40 M 
Full wave loop.

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Sunday, January 16, 2022, 12:25:26 AM CST, Allen Brier via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 
    North American QSO Party, CW - January

  

Call: N5XZ

Operator(s): N5XZ

Station: N5XZ

  

Class: Single Op LP

QTH: TX

Operating Time (hrs): 8:50

  

Summary:

 Band  QSOs  Mults

---

  160:   

   80:   

   40:  381    61

   20:  179    57

   15:  110    42

   10:   33    19

---

Total:  703   179  Total Score = 125,837

  

Club: Texas DX Society

  

Team: TDXS2

  

Comments:

  

First real contest in a while. Good conditions.

  

Rig: K3/P3

Ant: 4el SteppIR @ 25 ft

S/W: N1MM

  

North American QSO Parties - CW - 2022-01-15 1800Z to 2022-01-16 0600Z - 707

QSOs

N5XZ Max Rates:

  

2022-01-16 0133Z - 5.0 per minute  (1 minute(s)), 300 per hour 

2022-01-16 0137Z - 3.0 per minute  (10 minute(s)), 180 per hour  

2022-01-15 2139Z - 2.0 per minute  (60 minute(s)), 119 per hour 

  

N5XZ Runs >10 QSOs: for computer named: MEDIACENTER

  

2022-01-15 1903 - 1919Z,   14028 kHz, 35 Qs, 133.8/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-15 1933 - 2012Z,   21029 kHz, 65 Qs, 100.0/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-15 2041 - 2057Z,   14031 kHz, 46 Qs, 175.4/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-15 2107 - 2123Z,   14034 kHz, 39 Qs, 149.4/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-15 2147 - 2154Z,    7031 kHz, 17 Qs, 143.0/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-15 2219 - 2232Z,   28032 kHz, 27 Qs, 123.8/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-16 0111 - 0125Z,    7036 kHz, 23 Qs, 101.3/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-16 0127 - 0137Z,    7036 kHz, 32 Qs, 181.4/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-16 0149 - 0154Z,    7029 kHz, 14 Qs, 173.8/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-16 0156 - 0204Z,    7029 kHz, 18 Qs, 135.3/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-16 0206 - 0218Z,    7029 kHz, 26 Qs, 126.0/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-16 0223 - 0259Z,    7027 kHz, 67 Qs, 110.8/hr N5XZ 

2022-01-16 0321 - 0331Z,    7027 kHz, 15 Qs, 89.7/hr N5XZ

  

  

Posted using 3830 Score Submittal Forms at: http://www.3830scores.com/

  

  

Allen R. Brier N5XZ

1515 Windloch Lane

Richmond, TX 77406

713-705-4801

  

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Re: [BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest/Tailgate Planning Mtg

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

i can make this. c u then
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, 07:19:02 PM CST, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 When: Jan 9, 2022 7:30:00 PM
--
BVARC Admin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: GHHF/GHT planning meeting
Time: Jan 9, 2022 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
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Re: [BVARC] This Sunday at 7 pm - Hamfest planning meeting!

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Sorry  I have a Christmas party to be at.
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Wednesday, December 15, 2021, 05:24:34 PM CST, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 All, 
If you can, please attend this meeting this Sunday, as we continue to define 
what the 2022 Greater Houston Hamfest will look like.  There are lots of great 
ideas, but we need all the help we can get, and we want to hear your feedback 
and get your ideas on what makes sense as we continue to monitor the 
pandemic...  Hope to see everybody there!

Topic: Hamfest Planning MeetingTime: Dec 19, 2021 07:00 PM Central Time (US and 
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[BVARC] End fed half Wave Long Wire 80-10 800W - for sale _ special deal

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Hi all, I have my MFJ End fed antenna down to put up a different one. Therefore 
I have a special deal for the 1st bidder to support the BVARC 2M Repeater 
fund.MFJ-1982HP, $109.95. 800 Watts, high power, 80-10 Meters, 132 feet.

The antenna is 1yr old and it worked well with 1.5SWR or less across the band, 
but its uni-directional radiation pattern doesn't suit me.It radiates like a 
bat, nub on the back, all out the end. :-)So my proposal for anyone is:1st Ham 
to make a >=60$ donation after today to the BVARC Repeater fund (on the 
website) and send me the proof after this by email, I'll put it in the mail to 
you.
How's that for supporting the club?If you need more info, call email or text 
me...
73s
Terry -K5 Pretty Good Fellow.
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Re: [BVARC] Elections! Chili! November BVARC mtg is F2F or Zoom!

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Rick,I cannot join the face meeting as I have a church group at my house next 
Thursday. Otherwise I would skip one for this. We meet every thursday but break 
in the winter and summer.It is still ok to put my name on the elections roster 
for non-officer position and we'll see what the people say
I may or may not be able to zoom in just for the vote, but we are right in the 
middle of our group session at 7.In fact, Can I give you (Rick) my proxy exceot 
for my own positional vote? Consider this my proxy.
Terry

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Monday, November 1, 2021, 03:35:56 PM CDT, Jeff Greer via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
  BVARC,
The November face to face meeting is on, with an option to join remotely via 
Zoom.  We encourage all to attend, as we will hold elections for the next 
iteration of the BVARC Board of Directors.
Topic: BVARC Monthly General Membership MeetingTime: Nov 11, 2021 07:00 PM 
Central Time (US and Canada)        Every month on the Second Thu, 4 
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Jan 13, 2022 07:00 PM        Feb 10, 2022 07:00 PMPlease download and import 
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Re: [BVARC] BVARC NEWS BLAST 9-12-21

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I'm in town and will be NTC tomorrow nite.  Terry 

On Sunday, September 12, 2021, 07:57:09 PM CDT, Rick Hiller via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 

TEXAS QSO PARTY -- A Fun Event for Texas HF'ers -- details below




NETS




BVARC Stir Crazy Net -- 


Tune into 146.94 every weekday at Noon for a fun, information packed 1 hour.  
Check in and maintain your sanity and improve your Ham Radio knowledge.   
Spread the word.  All are invited, as with all BVARC nets and activities.   

 

Monday Night Net --  8PM, September 13,  join Dave, N5EKW, NCS

                                    146.94 Repeater.  C U there. 

 

Wednesday Night Rag Chew Net -- 3910 KHz at 7PM.  John, K5LKJ - NCS.  Just 
chew'n the rag on 75.  Early check-ins from 6:30.  Telephone check-ins call 
832-474-3713 during the net.

 

GHSN -- Greater Houston Simplex Net --

4th Thursday of the month for a propagation study.  

Visit the web site at   simplexhouston.com  for dates, times and frequencies

Mark, N5PRD, is the point of contact.  Contact him at:  n5...@yahoo.com




New Slow Speed CW Net --  Thursday Evenings at 8 PM on 7.090 +/- 5 KHz.

     Contact John, K5LKJ, j...@heatingtapes.com, for more info.



===

 

 News, Presentations, plus On Air and Social Activities

 

September  2021 BVARC Beacon Newsletter, in color, is on the web site at 
www.bvarc.org.   All BVARC News, technical information and editorial comment.




BVARC Elections Coming Up -- November Meeting


Offices that need filling -

           President – 2-year Term

           Treasurer – 2-year Term

           Two Year Director – 2-year Term

           One Year Director – 1-year Term

Should you have an interest or just an inquiry, please contact  Rick -- W5RH -- 
contact info is on the BVARC roster.




TEXAS QSO PARTY -  This coming weekend.   

     =Starts Saturday at 9 AM to 9 PM and then continues Sunday 9 AM to 3 PM 
All local times.

     =TDXS meeting on Thursday is all about the TQP -- so watch the BVARC 
Reflector for a note from

           Doug Seyler about the Zoom meeting ID.  

      =Full info is in the latest September BVARC Beacon in your mail box or on 
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Re: [BVARC] Lightning got me too.

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I had a typo below.  1$ for every 100$.  my insurance is 56$ for 5600$


On Friday, October 8, 2021, 03:56:18 PM CDT, terry leatherland via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Some of you have been following my blurbs on my FT991 trials with losing 
computer control.Being a computer guy I have been chasing the computer end of 
things for over a month since I did in fact Update my operating system about 
the same time as the September 6 Lightning storms.
Well, as a goose chase would ensue, it turns out that today Yaesu  technical 
support has verified that my microprocessor is now faulty for the bits that 
control the CAT control. The tech rep said that was major problem and a 600$ 
board + labor to repair. 
It is also good to note that I had recently installed lots of lightning 
arresting solutions, and I still got zapped. 
Fortunately for me, I have been a ARRL insurance payee for many years. Now I am 
entering a claim for the radio, and things appear to be promising.So now I 
think I'll upgrade a bit with the claim and some of my own money.I say all this 
to let the newcomers know that the 1$ for every 10$ of equipment value ARRL 
charges is a GREAT deal. You should do it.This is only the 2nd time in my 40 
years of HAM to have a problem. The 1st being when punks bashed my car window 
right out in front of my house and stole my remote control head for the radio 
under the seat. The bad part was neither they nor I had a workable system 
afterwards.  :-(
73s and I'll talk Hf on the other side of this thing.
Terry  - Pretty Good Fella.

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[BVARC] Lightning got me too.

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Some of you have been following my blurbs on my FT991 trials with losing 
computer control.Being a computer guy I have been chasing the computer end of 
things for over a month since I did in fact Update my operating system about 
the same time as the September 6 Lightning storms.
Well, as a goose chase would ensue, it turns out that today Yaesu  technical 
support has verified that my microprocessor is now faulty for the bits that 
control the CAT control. The tech rep said that was major problem and a 600$ 
board + labor to repair. 
It is also good to note that I had recently installed lots of lightning 
arresting solutions, and I still got zapped. 
Fortunately for me, I have been a ARRL insurance payee for many years. Now I am 
entering a claim for the radio, and things appear to be promising.So now I 
think I'll upgrade a bit with the claim and some of my own money.I say all this 
to let the newcomers know that the 1$ for every 10$ of equipment value ARRL 
charges is a GREAT deal. You should do it.This is only the 2nd time in my 40 
years of HAM to have a problem. The 1st being when punks bashed my car window 
right out in front of my house and stole my remote control head for the radio 
under the seat. The bad part was neither they nor I had a workable system 
afterwards.  :-(
73s and I'll talk Hf on the other side of this thing.
Terry  - Pretty Good Fella.

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[BVARC] Does anyone have a FT991 I can test computer control with me on theirs in SOuthwest Houston

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Hi all,I have been wrestling with Ham Radio Deluxe and any other CAT program 
losing talking control from my Desktop PC USB to the radio over the USB 
cable.This weekend Wx5KR and I validated that my computer now seems to be 
working, but the Radio USB port does not notify the computer that it is alive. 
The settings all point to USB on the rear as the interface.
If anyone wants a free lunch, I'd be happy to host you at my house with your 
Ft991 to plug in and see if yours works.Or I can bring my computer to you 
somewhere sometime.
We're trying to see where the problem lies.Ugh.  :-(
Just reply to me if you have a solution to offer.
Terry
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Re: [BVARC] Newbie's first HF radio

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Congratulations. Stick with a major brand.  Yaesu. Kenwood. Icom  Alinco  
eleckraft Buy used for a while and then gradually sell up. 

There are great major radios available for 300$ Range. When you get your feet 
wet, then you’ll know what you like. 

Add in a Signalink for digital. 
Add in a mfj or other tuner. 
Antenna is the most important piece.   Continually perfect them starting with 
dipoles. 

The fun begins. 

K5PGF

Sent from my iPhone

> On Sep 14, 2021, at 4:32 AM, D. Howard Bingham via BVARC  
> wrote:
> 
> I have an un-used Yaesu FT-840 with power supply & antenna tuner FOR SALE at 
> $ 350.00 if interested (Formerly owned by 2 Former BVARC Presidents & used at 
> field days.
> 
> Can't use at current residence due to no antenna permitted at the House.
> 
> If interested, my address in Deer Park is listed in BVARC Directory.
> 
> My Phone: 281-684-5301
> 
> 73
> 
> D. Howard Bingham
> 
> KE5APJ
> 
> --
> 
>> On 9/13/2021 9:38 PM, cw3sting via BVARC wrote:
>> The FCC already has my upgrade to General in the database. Much thanks for 
>> the excellent job by the VE's who gave me the exam and took care of the 
>> paperwork.
>> 
>> Now that I have more of the HF world open to me, I'm looking for advice on 
>> an entry level (i.e. cheap) HF radio. I don't do CW, so my initial needs 
>> will be voice and data.
>> 
>> My leaning is toward the MFJ-9420X, but I'm open to suggestions.
>> 
>> Thanks in advance.
>> 
>> 73
>> Mark Stingley
>> KI5QVL
>> 
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[BVARC] Louisiana Traffic net on 3910- Hurricane activation

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

BVARCers. With the coming Hurricane to our brethren east of here, people may 
want to monitor the Louisiana traffic net on 80 meters 3910 at 600 pm.They are 
activated for Hurricane Ida assistance.I am also one of my church Missions 
leaders, so if we hear of needs, we'll relay things on the net Monday nite. I 
will be the net control.I'll be monitoring their net tomorrow nite but not 
Sunday.I checked in tonight and let them know that we are here to help.

Stay tuned & 73 Terry
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[BVARC] Fwd: Your Roadmap to Radiosport!

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

For any of those new hams , this might be relevant to get a kick start on 
contesting. 
73 
Terry. K5pgf

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Re: [BVARC] Programming Icom 2730

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Guaranteed to work with a RT Systems cable and Chirp software or the equivalent 
Icom software. The cable is the key. Just google RT Systems 

K5pgf

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> On Aug 11, 2021, at 12:58 PM, Mike Hardwick via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> 
> Give me a call. I may be able to help. 
> 
> Mike
> N5VCX
> 713-826-6917
> 
> On Wednesday, August 11, 2021, 12:44:55 PM CDT, Randy Pickut via BVARC 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> Hey Friends,
> 
> I've spent a lot of time trying to program frequencies 
> and repeaters on the Icom 2730 with little success.
> 
> Is there a resource at BVARC that can help me sort this out?
> 
> - Randy Pickut, KI5LQS
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Re: [BVARC] Stir Crazy net Control Sign Up sheet

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

KJ, I'm a bit late getting in on this dialogue, so sorry if this is redundant.
I'm the proprietor of the Google Sheet where you can self-service put your name 
on a day/time slot and be the net control for the noon net. It's great 
practice.I'm sure John will be glad for you to take a spot. The script is in a 
tab.Here is the link for the sheet . Anyone can open and edit it. If anyone 
destroys it, I'll make another.I believe Eddie Runner has put a link on the 
BVARC web page as well. It goes to the same sheet.
If anyone doesn't want their name and info seen, then don't put it there, just 
your call. But be the controller that day if you do. :-)
73 and good radio to all.
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On Thursday, August 5, 2021, 08:25:51 AM CDT, KJ Anderson via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 
I was a member of K7LED in Seattle for a decade prior to moving here, it’s 
roughly twice the membership on Facebook.  I mention this not as a statistic of 
any fact, but a measure of differing opinions available to the group.  And 
there are, where being a ham radio operator often puts you on the opposite end 
of the political spectrum around you.  Any time you have more than one person 
in a room with an opinion, (especially when we’re all passionate, competitive, 
volunteers), you’ll have disagreement; it’s up to us as a group to err on the 
side of grace and forgiveness, be quick to forgive and slow to anger as The 
Good Book says.
 
  
 
When I moved here, I listed to every net I could pull into for a few weeks, and 
I decided to plant with BVARC because I liked the people I heard, *the 
difference* in abilities, opinions, and backgrounds.  I don’t agree with all of 
them, and that’s ok.  But let’s remember that, see past that- I’ll ask you to 
be patient with me because I am loud and brash and will likely at some point 
rub you the wrong way as well. 
 
  
 
Feedback is good, it sounds like the script needs to be updated, I’d be happy 
to help with that (though I’m out of town for a few weeks), who do I work with 
to get this accomplished?  I’m a passionate, competitive, volunteer, can 
someone point me in the right direction?
 
  
 
Also- How does a person volunteer and get vetted to be net control?
 
  
 
-
 
KJ Anderson
 
253-380-2636
 
www.linkedin.com/in/scrumnerd
 
  
 
From: BVARC  On Behalf OfBubba Flowers via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, August 4, 2021 9:58 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Bubba Flowers ; Jeffery MacMillian 

Subject: Re: [BVARC] Net problems
 
  
 
Thanks Robert for the words of wisdom, from a new OM ham. 
 
Bubba
 
KI5MBL
 
Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
 
  
 

On Wed, Aug 4, 2021 at 9:49 PM, Jeffery MacMillian via BVARC
 
 wrote:
 

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Re: [BVARC] N5XZ Lightning Strike - Seeking guidance

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Robert. HI. I was going to ask this very question. I recently rerouted all of 
my coax and antenna runs thru a different path into my 2nd floor shack. Below 
the shack I put in a 8' copper ground rod. I have all 4 coax lines going thru 
dx engineering lightning arrestors into that ground rod. It is about 40' away 
on the same house side from my main house AC ground.. Should I just run a 
10Gauge wire leg from that new rod to the AC rod, thereby making all of them 
the same ground structure?
Isnt that called a ground loop? or am i reversed in this thinking.
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, 04:29:04 PM CDT, Robert Polinski via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 
Allen, you need to bond your ham ground with your AC ground. Robert 

  

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Mark Brantana via BVARC
Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2021 3:47 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB ; TDXS Reflector 
; CTDXCC 
Cc: Mark Brantana ; Allen Brier N5XZ ; 
Allen Brier 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] N5XZ Lightning Strike - Seeking guidance

  

I have a new 650 watt computer power supply you can have if you want it. 

Mark 

N5PRD 


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On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, 3:42 PM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC  
wrote:


As many of you know, I have suffered a direct lightning strike here at my 
station on Monday, June 28th about 6:30 am. It was essentially catastrophic for 
most of my equipment inside the shack and I am still assessing the damage. I 
even have some damage to audio gear in another room. Many other homes in the 
neighborhood also suffered damage, one of them so bad that EVERY piece of 
electronic equipment in the house was fried. I am still waiting for a power 
supply to get my computer back up and running, but thanks to Orville K5VWW, we 
have determined that the hard drive is intact. 

  

  

  

  

I am seeking guidance from anyone who has suffered a similar fate. I need to 
know:

  

  

  

  

- How did you deal with the insurance company?

  

- How did you test equipment to determine the extent of damage?

  

- Did you employ an electrical engineer to provide statement(s) to the 
insurance company to validate damage?  (was is require to?) (Any EE's out there 
available for this?)

  

- What was claimed? i.e. did you claim all feedlines, cables, adapters, 
switches, etc. in addition to radios even if there is no damage visible?

  

  

  

  

Any other information which may benefit me in my claim would be appreciated. It 
may be a while before I am back on the air again from my QTH. 

  

  

  

  

Allen Brier N5XZ 

  



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[BVARC] Mike H. N5VCX will be Net Control Monday nite 31st. Thanks el Presidente.

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

terry
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[BVARC] net control Monday nite 2M 146.94 anyone

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Does anyone want to take command of Net control this Monday 31st for me?  I 
forgot its my anniversary and mama booked a dinner. :-)Maybe one of the new 
hams?Its fun practice. Terry
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[BVARC] 20M open to Northern Italy 14.283

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

IK4GRO booming in here. He worked 5 Houston already.
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Re: [BVARC] Feedback request -- How was the Baytown EARS Swap meet?

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

I will make it a topic of the net tomorrow nite. 
Terry

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> On Apr 24, 2021, at 11:35 PM, Gary Sitton via BVARC  wrote:
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> 
> Damn, I should have gone!
> Gary
> 
>> On April 24, 2021 4:53:59 PM Monty Weeks via BVARC  wrote:
>> 
>> Hi all, I had a great time and picked up a new Mirage amplifier for less 
>> than half price, that is installed and I made a 46 mile contact on Simplex 
>> with it.  It was a blast.  Monty KI5JML  
>> 
>>> On Sat, Apr 24, 2021 at 3:05 PM Rick Hiller via BVARC  
>>> wrote:
>>> Can anyone give a 25 word, more or less, tour of the hamfest today?  
>>> 
>>> Location and set-up
>>> Number of attendees
>>> Commercial Vendors
>>> Presentations, if any
>>> etc. etc. etc...
>>> 
>>> Enquiring minds want to know, as the old saying goes
>>> 
>>> TNX  Rick   W5RH
>>> 
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Re: [BVARC] Naked wire dipole

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Hi Ralph.  I think the dialogue here has confirmed my suspicion that I/ we have 
nature induced swr rising.  
I’ll make an extension for my pole cutter and see if I can get to the 25’ 
branches this weekend.  Ugh. 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 22, 2021, at 12:22 PM, ralph phillips via BVARC  
> wrote:
> 
> 
> I agree the antenna should not touch any other object.
> A curious study at my shack... I have an 80m inverted V running from house to 
> the 2 back corners of my yard.  One near one corner is a latch of banana 
> plants.  I cut them to the ground after the any freeze and have a nice swr.  
> As they grow my swr changes and I retune after a month.  The capacitance of a 
> plant full of water off the side of the wire has a major impact.
> The same will be true for any vegetation or other obstruction
> 
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[BVARC] naked wire dipole - swr from tree bark?

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

TO: Rick W5RH. Since you are the antenna guru, I have a question that might be 
of interest to all.
As you know , I spent some time this past year perfecting some HOA stealth 
antennas in the back of my house in the creek/levi zone.Both are wires. One is 
a B Folded ALL band dipole that has very old stainless steel naked wire I 
pieced back to together (prototype).It was working great with 1.5 swr across 
the spectrum on all bands. 
However now that Spring is here, the trees have managed to encroach on the gap 
I had it running thru for 1/2 of one leg.I noticed this weekend and last night 
on the 80M net that SWR has jumped up to 3'ish.
Question: does bark touching naked dipole wires create a grounding effect? If 
yes, then I think I will re-wire it with insulated wire.
If no, then I need to look elsewhere.
Any words of wisdom other than  to cut the small branches in the gap that is 
encroaching? Except that they are 20-25 ft up and I need to make an extension 
on my pole limb snipper.  Thats probably the easiest 1st step. :-)
Terry
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[BVARC] ALS500M for sale

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Hi All. I posted my ALS amplifier in the BVARC facebook and the TExas HAm 
Swapmeet facebook group pages. , here is a 
links.https://www.facebook.com/groups/bvarc/permalink/10158362450212695/

  Im not sure if you can see it though if you dont have facebook.  Email me at 
k5...@yahoo.com if you want to discuss it more.  $700.Ham Radio Sell/Swap TEXAS 
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Re: [BVARC] Greetings and a question for you

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Dave,Speaking as a former Board of Directors of a HOA in Sugarland, I can tell 
you with certainty that almost all of the residential planned commuities and 
all areas inside SugarLand City Limits have an HOA height restriction of "the 
top of the house". No antennas can be erected , especially beams , visible 
above the roof line. Sugarland has a set of restrictions that can be found 
somewhere in Sugarlandtx.gov. I think.
I myself was able to get a waiver in Williams Grant (Hwy6 @ Williams Trace) 
where I later became a Board member , for a folding 25' tower that was down 99% 
of the time behind my garage. It was a 20' tall  2" steel pipe on a hinge.
If you choose prpoperties anywhere in the Sugarland Richmond Rosenberg area 
that are "acreage" , you are generally cleared, no HOA.
Now all that said, LongWires and Dipoles are perfectly "stealth" when connected 
to the trees surrounding most planned communities.The older communities have a 
lot of large mature Oak and Ash trees, whereas the newer communties were 
flattened.
I am glad to share with you privately my HOA approval waiver from the 2000s if 
you want.
Shoot for Wires and Dipoles that are somewhat stealth and you'll still have a 
great HAM experience.
Since Im the net control for one of the Monday nite nets on .94, maybe we'll 
use this topic again for a HOA stealth poll of experiences.
73
TerryHam since age 14 in 1973. 
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Wednesday, April 7, 2021, 01:49:24 PM CDT, David F. Reed via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Hi, Dave (W5SV) here with a question for you members...

We are moving to Sugarland  in a few months, and I am hoping to find a 
home where I might be able to put up a 70' (or taller) tower.

Are there any neighborhoods you might recommend where this is possible?

Thanks and 73 de Dave, W5SV



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Re: [BVARC] Repeater Alternative

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I was wrong. The 147.00 tone is 103.5    chatting now.

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Monday, February 15, 2021, 07:22:41 PM CST, terry leatherland via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 It looks to me that 147.00 tone is 127.3?

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Monday, February 15, 2021, 07:05:59 PM CST, Mark Brantana via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 It is likely that the BVARC 146.940 repeater will be down for the next day or 
so. Considering this, we will be unable to hold the 8:00 Monday evening net or 
the noon Stir Crazy Net. Please check the usual frequency occasionally to see 
when this repeater comes back in service. Please help spread the word.

However, after speaking with Mike Hargrove, operators are suggested to monitor 
the 147.000 repeater, PL Tone 103.5. This is the NW Harris County ARES 
repeater, and should be a good source of information.

Repeating what we discussed on our net today, if emergency call 911, for 
Houston information call 311.

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Re: [BVARC] Repeater Alternative

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

It looks to me that 147.00 tone is 127.3?

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Monday, February 15, 2021, 07:05:59 PM CST, Mark Brantana via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 It is likely that the BVARC 146.940 repeater will be down for the next day or 
so. Considering this, we will be unable to hold the 8:00 Monday evening net or 
the noon Stir Crazy Net. Please check the usual frequency occasionally to see 
when this repeater comes back in service. Please help spread the word.

However, after speaking with Mike Hargrove, operators are suggested to monitor 
the 147.000 repeater, PL Tone 103.5. This is the NW Harris County ARES 
repeater, and should be a good source of information.

Repeating what we discussed on our net today, if emergency call 911, for 
Houston information call 311.

Regards,

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Re: [BVARC] Hello, all.

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I heard a Business saying this week. "When you things you are in the DARK mud, 
you are actually being re-planted to sprout somewhere else".  God has a plan 
for your next agenda.Feel free to LINKIN to me and research my 2000 
professional contacts.  But they are IT Technology folks mostly and not Oil & 
Gas or professional Engineering.If you linkin, make sure you provide me a HAm 
preamble in the statement so I can know your relate to my network...


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On Thursday, January 21, 2021, 08:40:36 PM CST, Keith NM5G via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 
Every time I changed jobs, due to being laid off, or whatever, my wife told me 
it was for the better in the long run.  And, you know, she was right!

  

The last time I was laid off, I met up with an old buddy and we started a 
business.  Five years later we had made almost 6 million.

  

73, Keith NM5G

  

From: BVARC  On Behalf Of Chris Heustis via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2021 12:22 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Chris Heustis 
Subject: [BVARC] Hello, all.

  

I had the unfortunate experience of being laid off from my job before Christmas.

  

I am on the hunt, and want to use all avenues available to me.

  

My education is in mechanical engineering, and my work experience has been, 
largely, as a requisition engineer in the oil & gas company.

  

Because of the amateur radio hobby, I am also curious about expanding into 
other fields, so I won't discount other options.

  

If anyone is aware of any opportunities, it would be greatly appreciated; I can 
provide a resume on demand.

  

Thank you all for reading.

  

-- 

Chris Heustis

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[BVARC] Ke4drf. I’m right beside you on psk on 14070. Lol

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Re: [BVARC] BVARC Club Activity - was To QRP or not to QRP

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I now use the MFJ version of this wire antenna. Works great. One of the 1st 
contacts was Germany on 40M one night @500W. Amazing. Mine is good into 
Southern hemisphere a lot now.

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Tuesday, December 29, 2020, 11:18:03 AM CST, Rick Hiller via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Sounds fun.  I'm in for one for the lake house.Rick  W5RH

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On Tue, Dec 29, 2020 at 10:55 AM mark janzer via BVARC  wrote:

 If there is enough interest, we could pull together a session for members to 
build their own 40m or 80m EFHW antenna, for the BVARC January 23rd Club 
Activity morning at the Bayland Park Community Center. The design would be this 
(credit to Rick Hiller for the reference):
19-End+Fed+Half+Wave.pdf (squarespace.com)

EFHW Antenna --- Building The Transformer - YouTube


The parts are locally sourced (JPM Supply and Home Depot), either triple or 
dual core unun (240-43), and the entire assemblage would cost roughly $60-$70. 
We'd use the 43 material for the cores, vs. 52 - to reduce the cost. The 43 
cores are readily available from JPM Supply.Members would reserve ahead 
(pre-pay via Paypal) once a parts list is fully generated.
The antenna parts would be brought to the session, box pre-drilled, and a 
nanoVNA would be present for preliminary testing.
73MarkK5MGJ

 On Tuesday, December 29, 2020, 03:21:34 AM CST, Mark Brantana via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 RonI do have a NanoVNA, and I like the dipole thought. The EFHW design has a 
match. Basically a toroid. I will likely experiment with both antennas.Thank 
you. 73.Mark N5PRD 

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On Dec 29, 2020, at 1:50 AM, Ron Bosch via BVARC  wrote:



And so everyone knows why I am up so darned late, I am waiting for the 02:22 
ISS pass to download a stinking picture since I only have 2 more realistic 
shots at doing so :-)

On Tue, Dec 29, 2020 at 1:43 AM Ron Bosch  wrote:

Mark,A few points that I couldn't make on the net, because of time.1.  I wasn't 
saying don't do it, just don't expect a bunch of QSO's.  You will be limited to 
when the band is really open, and the noise floor is low at the receiving 
antenna.  That will reduce the number of potential contacts by at least an 
order of magnitude.  That being said, operating anything is better than 
operating nothing.
2.  IMHO, and end fed antenna is not a good choice unless you also build a 
matching bridge.  You can't expect to maintain an exact 50-ohm load from an 
end-fed with just a toroid, you also need some shunt resistors, and variable 
caps, and such, and you will need to tune it depending on conditions due to 
reactance unless you built-in a big enough reactance in the circuit, and cut 
the end-fed to exactly 1/2 wave where you want to operate, and the toroid with 
that much permeability probably ain't cheap.  A better approach to me would be 
a 20M 1/2 wave dipole trimmed at operating height with an antenna analyzer.3.  
Doing this in the city, with the amount of interference, and the antenna 
compromises we have to make seems to add a whole other set of issues to making 
contacts.  If I were to do it, I might plan to take the rig out of the city to 
operate it, and get the advantage of using trees and such to get my dipole at 
33 feet up, with a low noise floor to increase my chances of contacts.  
4.  In any event, I suspect you are really going to need at least a Nano VNA to 
make sure you don't smoke the finals, since I doubt seriously that a QRP kit 
includes protection circuitry.  That will add a minimum of $50 to your build, 
although you would save a bunch on the antenna if you built a 1/2 wave dipole 
instead.  Heck, I have an extra 1:1 current balun I can part with for the rock 
bottom price of $0.02, and since I am including my $0.02 in this email, net due 
is $0.00 :-)

RonKE4DRF

On Mon, Dec 28, 2020 at 11:44 PM Mark Brantana via BVARC  
wrote:

I thought I had things all figured out. I originally wanted to get back on HF, 
and found I could get some great used equipment for about $400, not including 
antenna. Add a 10-80 m antenna from MyAntenna for around $165. I already have 
coax installed. Grand total: $565

Normally, this cost would not be an issue, but like so many others I am short 
on funds due to CV-19, so it is a bad time for this expenditure. I find I can 
buy a 20-m QRP Labs CW mini with case for about $90, and build an EFHW antenna 
for another $20 (including the matching toroid). Grand Total: $110

Everything has its advantages though. A ham since ’78, that’s 1987, I feel that
1. this would force me to improve my almost forgotten code without the 
inevitable distraction of voice alternatives,
2. this would give me a chance to build a full small project and antenna.

Today, though, some felt that this setup would lead to disappointment on my 
part. I am fully aware there will be some limitations to QRP, but the generally 
negative comments form our net were as follows:
1. The 

[BVARC] NAsa 2M Net tonight - highlight the space station communications for Slow scan tv

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

BVARC, My apologies, Last night on the 2M net I forgot to call upon Jay , 
KG5LJZ, from the Clear Lake NASA W5RRR radio club. Jay was to highlight the 
NASA group net tonight on 2M 146.64  (tone 123) that will discuss the various 
ways on 2M comms with the Space Station.I will also be a guest to start a 
conversation on Stealth HOA antenna experiences as I hosted in the net last 
week on BVARC .94.If you can listen to the 146.64 repeater tonight at 7pm, it 
should be interesting.
Cheers & 73sTerry
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Re: [BVARC] What’s the best computer cw and digital software

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Thanks Roy. Ive made progress with the sound card audio settings and made a qso 
just now. But I am seeing that imperfect code is questionable, so I have to 
write too, and read, and then quickly type ...
I haven't done key cw in 30 years.  :-(I'm catching up fast though up to my 
general speed of 13 wpm.  Practice practice...

I need some one to listen to me though and tell me if my keying is readable. I 
get a odd sound when transmitting.  Im on 40m around 7.06 right now.
Cheers AND Merry Christmas all.terry

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Thursday, December 24, 2020, 02:41:19 PM CST, Roy Storey via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Terry, I used to use HRD when I was trying to get my CW speed up. I soon 
discovered that HRD would decode signals sent from a keyboard quite well. 
Problemscrept in if I was trying to decode someone's FAT FIST.

Roy W5TKZ -- 73



On Thu, Dec 24, 2020 at 1:36 PM Chad Kitzmann via BVARC  wrote:

I’ve been using fldigi (it’s free).   Seems to work fairly well.  I’ve also 
played with cwget and cwskimmer.   None of them are perfect though unless the 
signal is really strong even then you will still scratch your head at the 
output sometimes.  

- Chad

> On Dec 24, 2020, at 9:59 AM, Terry Leatherland via BVARC  
> wrote:
> 
> I have a question for the experts.  I use ham radio deluxe.  Being 
> integrated with logging , mapping, radio control, dx spotting etc. it’s 
> pretty feasible.  However I am having real sour luck with consistency of cw 
> interpretation.  Sending is fine with my Signalink but correctly interpreting 
> the code is pitiful even when I’m on a clearly distinguishable signal locked 
> on the waterfall. Maybe I have some parameters wrong and someone can zoom 
> with me to see what’s what ??   So I’m looking to see what’s free Sw that 
> works better & easier to configure , with a logging function. 
> Terry . 
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[BVARC] What’s the best computer cw and digital software

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

I have a question for the experts.  I use ham radio deluxe.  Being integrated 
with logging , mapping, radio control, dx spotting etc. it’s pretty feasible.  
However I am having real sour luck with consistency of cw interpretation.  
Sending is fine with my Signalink but correctly interpreting the code is 
pitiful even when I’m on a clearly distinguishable signal locked on the 
waterfall. Maybe I have some parameters wrong and someone can zoom with me to 
see what’s what ??   So I’m looking to see what’s free Sw that works better & 
easier to configure , with a logging function. 
Terry . 

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Re: [BVARC] Calling all CW guys: Rookie Roundup is Today

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

What's the scoop on when/where?
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Sunday, December 20, 2020, 09:32:20 AM CST, PHILIP BARTASH via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
Gentlemen,       As a rather novice HAM myself and also CWAcademy advisor 
with new students giving their all today, I ask you guys to get out there and 
give those rookies a contact.       Please take time out to give our new CW 
operators a nice welcome!  I knew it meant a lot to me when I was doing the RR, 
and I know it means a lot to them       MC es HNY       73   Phil   W2OZB   
    "TU Phil 17 TX"  
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[BVARC] Iota Caribbean island on 20m. Santa Marie island

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Fs5pl working dxpedition now on Santa Marie island 14.260.   Good signal here 
to there 

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Re: [BVARC] Custom made Cat cables

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

RT Systems has cables like that for every radio.You an probably match up one by 
the  pin outs.
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 06:12:37 PM CST, Chad Kitzmann via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Does anyone know a site or someone who makes custom order usb serial to mini 
din 8 cat control cables?  I’m putting together a Raspberry Pi that’s going to 
sit on top of my 857d for portable work but a 6 foot cable is over kill when I 
only need 8 or so inches.  I’d attempt to make one myself but soldering that 
small is not something I can do well and they usually break on me at the worst 
possible time.  

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Re: [BVARC] What time is the ISS fly over tonight. 630+?

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Yep Got a good view over SW Sugarland for the full flight. Camera phone was 
hard to track and zoom in. Fun!

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 06:58:06 PM CST, Rick Hiller 
 wrote:  
 
 It was 6:45 to 6:51
SW to North highest 45degrees.
It was very bright.

Thursday 5:57 to 6:06
Peak at 6:03 
224 @0 degrees to 313 @ 85 degrees
Right over top of Houston.

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[BVARC] What time is the ISS fly over tonight. 630+?

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[BVARC] Germany special event station on 40m 7.191

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

For what it is worth I just worked Germany on 40m   
Tested out my new high powe long wire and I guess it works. 
DM30RSV

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[BVARC] Two Pneumatic 60' towers for sale 500$ each

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Houston HamsIn case anyone knows anyone, I have a friend with two brand new 
Pneumartic towers for sale from an estate.They are disassembled from their 
former trailer/truck mount and lay in the back of a F250 for transport.They are 
they exact same thing you see in a TV truck.If anyone is interested, please 
ether email me or email the proprietor.John Bennet. CEO United Services 
Alliance Inc. His company does expert steel and other fabrication and can be 
contracted to mount the towers and any/all accessories you need in a mobile 
vehicle of any kind. Or permanent on a site with a pneumatic source. They are 
based in Texas City. United Service Alliance, Inc., Contract Design and 
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[BVARC] HAM Equipment for Sale from Estate

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Hello BVARC,My father, W4DUF in Ga. , recently bought an Estate sale from a 
very ill friend.  He has the following equipment for sale if anyone is 
interested.We can negotiate offline if you are interested.All rigs are near 
brand new and in the box.Price will be the average of recent prices sold on 
Qrz.com
1- Ameritron ALS 500 Mobile Solid State AMp2- SPS 75M 75amp power supply to go 
with the AMP3- Kenwood TS2000x4- Icom 756Pro35- ICom 761 
Plus he has 2 50' towers with beams and a hazer.  But these can't be brought 
here easily unless you know someone in Southwest Ga. Columbus Ga area.The 
towers are down on the ground now disassembled.You can look these up in Google. 
I have pics I can text.Thanks and 73

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Re: [BVARC] Rag chew net

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

I think I did that last year ☹️

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> On Aug 13, 2020, at 8:18 PM, Travis Burgess via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> 
> "Problem Exists Between Keyboard And Chair"
> 
> From: BVARC  on behalf of Ron Bosch via BVARC 
> 
> Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2020 7:23 PM
> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
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> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Rag chew net
>  
> Rick,
> Wouldn't that also be a PEBRAC error?
> 
> Ron
> 
> On Thu, Aug 13, 2020 at 7:12 PM Rick Hiller via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> 5 mins agoHave been waiting for the Rag Chew net to start.   Even 
> called out to see who was there.  No answers.   Then I realized it was 
> Thursday.   Hi.
> A class 1   “ ID 10 T “ error.
> C y’all next Wednesday
> W5RH
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Re: [BVARC] QST Stircrazy Net control stations needed.- Update to the Net Control sheet

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

This is an update for just the StirCrazy net Controllers.I added a tab sheet to 
the schedule sheet below for a Logbook.You'll see the format.Just go in and 
update the sheet as appropriate scrolling down.Dave- N5EKW- There are rows for 
you to fill in the blanks for last Thursday.
Thanks to all those who have signed up in John's absence.We have an opening 
this coming Tuesday and the next Wednesday.Anyone that wants to, please jump in 
and take one of the two last slots. Its great fun and good HaM practice. Don't 
be shy.Just poke the link below and update your name in the schedule tab, then 
as stated above, record the lob in the logbook tab.
73's and Stay safe all..

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281 455 8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Tuesday, July 28, 2020, 07:26:51 PM CDT, terry leatherland via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Attention BVarc'rsOur illustrious net leader for the Daily NOON 2M net is 
taking a deserved vacation for 2 weeks,.We need your help. If you haven't been 
a net control before this is an easy way to get practice.Therefore  we made a 
Sign Up sheet that anyone can poke and put their name in a time slot row.Press 
the link below and just put your name in a day slot that fits you.Then press 
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Re: [BVARC] tube tester

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Those tubes go in a Ameritron 811a.   I have that Amp. Bought two RCA tubes 2 
months ago for 35$ each on a trade site.They are certainly  useable if they are 
working.

Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Tuesday, July 28, 2020, 09:47:35 PM CDT, Donald Brown via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Friends,
Speaking of tubes, I have 2 RCA-branded 811-A tubes that I was given about 20 
years ago and have no use for ... would they be of interest to anyone (I have 
no idea as to their value, if any)? They appear to be like-new, although I do 
NOT have the individual boxes, nor a tester.
Thanks.
Don Brown (W5DRB)

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On Jul 28, 2020, at 21:42, Rick Hiller via BVARC  wrote:



Couldn't you simply just measure pin to pin and compare one tube to the 
others?   Find the odd guy(s) out that way.   Then, stick them, one by one, in 
the "tube testers"  from Ameritron, the 811 or 811H.  HI
John, HOC, is the tube guy.he will know73...RH
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One of the guys in KARS needs to test a few 811's, does anyone have a 
tester capable of testing these?


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[BVARC] QST Stircrazy Net control stations needed.

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Attention BVarc'rsOur illustrious net leader for the Daily NOON 2M net is 
taking a deserved vacation for 2 weeks,.We need your help. If you haven't been 
a net control before this is an easy way to get practice.Therefore  we made a 
Sign Up sheet that anyone can poke and put their name in a time slot row.Press 
the link below and just put your name in a day slot that fits you.Then press 
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wait, else someone will have to take the reins on the fly on any absentee 
control day...
73s.Regards,terry  K5PGF



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[BVARC] Selling my icom706mkiig and 2 tuners after field day

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Is anyone interested in these before I put them on Craig’s list and qrz next 
week?  At180 and ah4 tuners.  The ah4 is a long wire tuner while the at180 is 
any antenna. You can look them up on google. 
I’m open to reasonable offers. 
Good luck in the contest 
73 
Terry 
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Re: [BVARC] Monday night net.

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Now that i am grounded for another month, let me know of you need me to do 
it.Terry
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Monday, March 30, 2020, 09:11:30 PM PDT, DAVID ELY via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
  Thanks for assuming Net Control for the Monday night net.I will only be 
available on the first Monday of the month for the next 11 weeks due to a 
conflict with my duties with the Civil Air Patrol.We have been looking for more 
people who would like to participate as net control. 

73 - Dave Ely, N5EKW

On Monday, March 30, 2020, 9:38:17 PM CDT, Dwayne Jones via BVARC 
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 Thank you to the net for letting me  call the Monday night net. I had a blast 
calling it tonight. It has been awhile
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Re: [BVARC] FM Transmitter

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

I have 3. Call me anytime 
Terry 

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> On Mar 30, 2020, at 11:06 AM, Dwayne Jones via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> 
> Does anyone have a FM transmitter and antenna that could be used for a 
> evening?
> 
> Dwayne
> KB5YTA
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Re: [BVARC] BVARC NEWS #5 200319. Field Day? How about small groups?

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Rick et al. My encouragement is that maybe we need to go to small groups doing 
field day in various places. The experience is good, and maybe we can maintain 
the spirit that way. Even if not really competing, but rather experiencing.I am 
pulling together a small group of 5 or so for that purpose, Lord willing and 
time/resources  permitting.
Just a thought.Maybe the club can offer up supplies for such small groups if 
the large gathering is not possible. I have my own complete facility though, 
but even a car on 2M and HF dipole at a park will work.Back to the old days. 
Terry  K5PGF

 

On Thursday, March 19, 2020, 03:15:45 PM CDT, Rick Hiller via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 Field Day looks questionable but tome will determine what we can do.

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On Mar 19, 2020, at 3:08 PM, Larry Riendeau via BVARC  wrote:



Saw this on QRZ. Anyone want to pitch it here?



The Long Island CW Club Offers Shut-In Kids Free On-Line Morse Code Classes via 
Zoom. 



On Mar 19, 2020, at 2:57 PM, gmuller885 via BVARC  wrote:




Rick  Are we still going to have field day?


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 Original message From: Rick Hiller via BVARC  
Date: 3/19/20 2:37 PM (GMT-06:00) To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
 Cc: Rick Hiller  Subject: [BVARC] 
BVARC NEWS #5 200319 
Events and Activities for the Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club  

Looks like we are temporarily limited in our quest to be a radio club.  No club 
meetings or testing sessions, no breakfasts, lunches, BOD meetings, etc.   
Well, not in person anyway.
There will be a Breakfast HF Net on 3910 at 7AM Saturday morning, in lieu of 
meeting at the iHOP.  All are welcome. 
So, maybe we can use our radios to socialize or at least pass the time of our 
social quarantine with working new bands, building projects, figuring out that 
new DMR radio Code Plug, whatever.  Contesting is an in-home activity that you 
might check out.
We'll get thru this and we'll continue on the other side of the break.   We can 
all talk via e-mail too.  Check up on each other or assist with projects from 
afar.
The reflector is waiting for comments concerning your personal activities in 
our temporary separation period.
Just my $.02, as usual.   Best to all.  Stay at a distance, stay sanitized, but 
stay active.
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Re: [BVARC] $30 cat cable still does not work

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

I buy my cables from rt systems.   Work perfect and have great email support. 

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> On Jan 15, 2020, at 1:05 AM, Rod Neumann via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> I probably shouldn't be replying because I really don't know about FT450 or 
> FT8.  But this question totally is befuddling to me as it doesn't say what's 
> the problem. Maybe I can say one or two things that are helpful.
> 
> Here's an RS232/USB cable for $9 from Amazon.  It has a male DB9 plug on one 
> end and a USB connector on the other.   If your radio has a female DB9 port, 
> then you're good, otherwise buy a DB9 gender changer. Googling about the 
> FT450, it says the RS232 Port on the radio is male also, so you'll need a 
> female/female DB9 gender changer... like this gender change for $5 on Amazon.
> 
> Then you'll need to install the driver software.  This can all get confusing 
> with the fact that the computer will see this interface as a serial COM port, 
> so you need to set up the right COM port after you plug in the cable to your 
> USB on the computer.  Or maybe you got a disc with the radio and it has all 
> the software needed?
> 
> And reading further about the FT450 this Yaesu radio actually labels the 
> DB9 port "CAT".  Huh?  Can anybody explain what CAT stands for where it 
> applies to an RS232 serial communications port?  AFAIK the term CAT is about 
> a cable of multi twisted pair.  In other words CAT cable is like saying COAX 
> cable -- it's not about the signals going through it or what its used for, it 
> is about the physical conductor construction of the cable itself.  Or is this 
> something merely lost in the Japanese/USA translation and now we have this 
> confusing term CAT being misapplied.  Is it a misnomer?  
> 
> Or have I been Rip Van Winkle and this word CAT is now standard and has a 
> reasonable place in the vernacular, in application to what this is used for?
> 
> 
> Rod Neumann  cell: (832)444-0192
> ALLogic Inc. / AdorStore
> PO Box 217
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> 
> 
> 
>> On Tue, Jan 14, 2020 at 6:10 PM Martin Blaise via BVARC  
>> wrote:
>> I just purchased a $30 cat cable from Mouser and first of all they sent me 
>> the wrong thing. The end has male pins, not female. I did have a male to 
>> female adapter and I then plugged that into the rs 232 port on the back of 
>> the Yaesu 450d.
>> 
>> However that still did not work. I plugged the cable into the USB port and 
>> heard click click click and the radio was stuck on transmit and I had to 
>> unplug the cable to get it unstuck. I got multiple com port errors. Same 
>> problem as before. Cannot control radio with cat cable. 
>> 
>> Everyone - I cannot fix this problem by myself. I guess now I need to send 
>> the cable back to Mouser and tell them its the wrong thing. Also, I have 
>> done everything in my power to try and figure this out. I need help. Either 
>> by teamviewer or in person. I am at a dead end. I cannot operate ft8 with a 
>> stuck transmitter. My phone number is 713-305-2148. Sorry to keep bringing 
>> this up, but it is really getting frustrating. Thanks. Marty, AG5T
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Re: [BVARC] Fw: Yaesu Vx7 HT for sale

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

It is a Vx7r.  sorry
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

On Friday, October 26, 2018, 5:51:56 PM CDT, Jeffrey Davis via BVARC 
 wrote:  
 
 What’s the difference between this and the Vx7r? Find those for $150. Still 
looking. Just wanna compare apples to apples 
Jeff

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On Oct 26, 2018, at 5:48 PM, Jeffrey Davis via BVARC  wrote:



Okay I’ll go look. Preference shown to your FBCOEM Brother?  ;-)Jeff

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My price is the average of 3 prices that you can find on the eham or Ebay 
sites.   I deliver in Houston within 25 miles.  

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On Oct 25, 2018, at 9:04 PM, Jo Keener  wrote:


How Much?
On Thu, Oct 25, 2018 at 4:42 PM terry leatherland via BVARC  
wrote:

HelloIf anyone is interested in a Yaesu Waterproof HT 3 bands, let me know. 
I've had this for several years. I have the programming cable for the open 
source programs to program it.Two batteries and a charge stand.
terry
Terry Leatherland, K5PGF281-455-8090Sugar Land, Tx
 

   - Forwarded Message - From: Terry Leatherland To: 
K5PGF Sent: Monday, October 22, 2018, 5:47:40 PM CDTSubject: 
Yaesu Vx7 Ht for sale
 



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Re: [BVARC] Fw: Yaesu Vx7 HT for sale

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

My price is the average of 3 prices that you can find on the eham or Ebay 
sites.   I deliver in Houston within 25 miles.  


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> On Oct 25, 2018, at 9:04 PM, Jo Keener  wrote:
> 
> How Much?
> 
>> On Thu, Oct 25, 2018 at 4:42 PM terry leatherland via BVARC 
>>  wrote:
>> Hello
>> If anyone is interested in a Yaesu Waterproof HT 3 bands, let me know. I've 
>> had this for several years. I have the programming cable for the open source 
>> programs to program it.
>> Two batteries and a charge stand.
>> 
>> terry
>> 
>> Terry Leatherland, K5PGF
>> 281-455-8090
>> Sugar Land, Tx
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> - Forwarded Message -
>> From: Terry Leatherland 
>> To: K5PGF 
>> Sent: Monday, October 22, 2018, 5:47:40 PM CDT
>> Subject: Yaesu Vx7 Ht for sale
>> 
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Re: [BVARC] Anybody have extra 1/4wave dual band antennas

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I'll be glad to buy him one. Send me the address to send to.  2m 440  right?
terry
On ‎Wednesday‎, ‎April‎ ‎11‎, ‎2018‎ ‎09‎:‎26‎:‎16‎ ‎AM‎ ‎CDT, Bob Hawkins 
via BVARC  wrote:  
 
 Howdy BVARC, 

Does anybody have an extra 1./4 wave mag mount dual band antennas?   There is a 
vet ham who just got licensed who needs one.   Please let me know if you have 
one you can donate.  

Thank you!  

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[BVARC] HAm Car for Sale

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

Hello all. I have a 2000 Ford Taurus Wagon, Blue 89k miles, one family 
ownership, for sale. It comes wired with 3 roof mount sma and NMO antenna 
mounts and a 30-50 amp power line into the cabin. You can have an inverter with 
it too. I have a floor mount flexible remote head stand for what was an ICOM 
706 head also.If anyone is interested, send me a separate note and we can talk.
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Re: [BVARC] is the tower in tomball still available?

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

I lost the email thread from last week 
Terry
K5pgf

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> On Jul 30, 2017, at 8:10 AM, Nizar Mullani via BVARC  wrote:
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> Here is the latest 10-10 call history files for anyone using N1MM for the up 
> coming 10-10 SSB contest. 
> 
> Let's see if we can put together another team effort by BVARC club members to 
> best XZ with our combined score against his score. 
> 
> NIZAR K0NM. 
> 
> <10-10 2017c.txt>
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[BVARC] is har still open for repairs?

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

If not, is there a yaesu repair shop in houston?Terry

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Re: [BVARC] Moving Sale Kenwood TS430 Yaesu FT990 Yaesu FT902 , Ameritron SL600

[terry leatherland via BVARC]

I also have a 5500 Watt Generator for sale. On wheels  has electric starter 
12v.  Briggs and Stratton engine.  runs good,. I run it several times per year. 
5 gallon tank.,BVARC used it 2 years ago for Field day.Terry
k5pgf 

On Sunday, December 4, 2016 4:11 PM, terry leatherland  
wrote:
 

  Hello All. My wife convinced me to buy a new house. So I need to shed some 
gear.  
I have my original Kenwood TS430 with CW filter that I used in college. The 
Yaesu FT990 and 902 are in great condition.The FT990 has its own inboard power 
supply , so it plugs into the wall.The FT902 and the TS430 need a  20 or 30 amp 
power supply.
The amplifier is available too. 
I'll be running 100W K5TOM wore antenna from my new house until I figure out a 
new invisible high power antenna situation.
The cost for each these is the average of any 2 or 3 similar on eham.net at the 
time of sale.I can deliver or meet you halfway in greater Houston anywhere, and 
most times with scheduling.
Let me know if you are interested in any of these and we can discuss terms.
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Re: [BVARC] W5RH -- The Big Give Away -- Lughnasadh

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Rick. To confirm our txt messages this morning.  I will do the net tonight 
since I am now traveling next monday.TerryK5pgf

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  On Wed, Oct 5, 2016 at 10:02 AM, Rick Hiller -- W5RH via 
BVARC wrote:   The Great Druid Cleansing Give Away had lots of 
attendees.   Thank you all for comingThank you to those that took something 
home.  (JP, you are on the non-taker list.  If that happens twice you are 
branded for life HI.)
FYI -- the remaining stuff went to the dumpster as promised.
One thing that didn't get taken is a 35 foot push up TV type galvanized mast, 
which is extra to my needs.   These are sought after by folks to put up there 
VHF antennas and even lightweight Hex type Yagis.   This will go in the heavy 
trash next Monday if no one comes by to claim it by this weekend.
I hate to see it go to scrap, when a new one is in the $75 range. 
Let me know if you want to come by to pick it up.   It is about 12 feet long 
and weighs about 35 pounds. 
Rick -- W5RH    832-474-3713    wn3...@gmail.com.

  
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On Mon, Sep 26, 2016 at 6:45 AM, Rick Hiller  wrote:

No, Bill,no requirement to remove property, but it's dumpster time if it 
doesn't get taken.RH

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On Sep 25, 2016, at 8:41 PM, Bill Hornbeak via BVARC  wrote:



Can I come by to just visit or do I have to take something with me?

On Sep 25, 2016 19:53, "Rick Hiller -- W5RH via BVARC"  wrote:

October denotes Lughnasadh the "month of cleansing of material things" in the  
Druid religion, which I practise on alternate leap years (this year!).  Hence, 
I will start off October with what the Druids call a "Behgiivahhwauughh" -or as 
we know it - a Big Give Away.

Why?  Other than following the teachings of the great Druid King,YoYo Mah,  I 
simply have lots of Ham Radio "Junque" that needs to go.  Junque is the 
operative term meaning stuff you have hanging around just waiting for the day 
you need it to fix your __  (fill in the blank)   
Well, The W5RH garage, for about 25 years, has been the catch-all for many a 
random or lost pieces of RF associated parts and pieces.  If I ever was to use 
every one of these pieces it would take me into the 22nd Century, and I don't 
think the current RH physical body will last that long.  I will say, however, 
that the Junque box has been the saviour of many a wayward Ham looking for just 
the right piece of Junque to fix her or his   (again, fill in the 
blank.)
So...in light of this epiphany, I will be lining my drive way with all types of 
bits and pieces of Ham Radio Junque on Saturday, October 1 from 8:30 until 
11;30  AM.   The bulk of it is all good stuff, free for the taking, but there 
will be some better stuff for sale at very reasonable prices.
I will not be providing a complete list, or even a partial list. but in 
general, if it has to do with Ham Radio, it'll be there...coax, masts, 
aluminum, wire, parts, project boxes, books, old catalogs, boat anchor stuff, 
manuals, antennas, test equipment, speakers, microphones, patch cords, audio 
cords, headlphones, meters, etc., etc., etc.
Where:   9031 Troulon Drive   Sharpstown/Houston  77036              3 blocks 
west of Gessner, 1 block south of Beechnut.              First Street South of 
Beechnut  -- equi-distant from either 59 or BW 8.
Talk-in 146.94, but response not guaranteed.   Please,no earlier than 8:30, we 
have a "No Ham Zone" designation in my neighborhood before 8:30 on Saturdays.
Rick Hiller The Radio Hotel  -- W5RH
psboth dogs will be out and they bark, but don't bite licensed Hams.

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Physical: 9031 Troulon Drive
               Houston, TX 77036

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[BVARC] Net control tomorrow nite.

[Terry Leatherland via BVARC]

Can someone take my  spot as net control tomorrow nite?. I am now in a standing 
meeting on monday nights.
Once again . Sorry.
Terry
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