[drakelist] This what you looking for Al?
Resent-Date: Wed, 14 Nov 2001 18:25:38 -0500 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 14 Nov 2001 18:22:41 -0500 Subject: [drakelist] T-4XC TR Relay X-Mailer: Juno 5.0.33 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sender: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Resent-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Resent-Cc: recipient list not shown: ; Hi all, This may be old news to everyone, but I haven't seen anything (info) on the T-4XC 4PDT TR relay. When I had the TX apart, I wrote down all the info from the relay itself. I was looking thru my Mouser catalog (#608)and found an equiv. relay with just about the same part number... My orig relay is PB R10-E1-Y4-V2.5K @ 48 VDC. the one I found in the Mouser catalog is PB R10-E1X4 V2.5K @ 48 VDC. Mouser # 655-R10-E1X4 V2.5K (4PDT 48V 5A Contacts) $15.30 ea. Pin-out on both are exactly the same This has probably been beat to death before, but allow me one stupid question: Whats the difference between the Y4 and X4? The only diff. I can see is the X4 has a 6-32 mounting stud on one end, in addition to the 3-48 stud on the bottom of the relay If this is all useless info disregard it, I'm a bit slow at times. But, I like to try to find equiv. parts for my older radios.. 73 and sorry for the BW, John K1RC GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO! Juno offers FREE or PREMIUM Internet access for less! Join Juno today! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/web/. -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
Re: [drakelist] Should I get rid of my 7 line?
At 12:20 AM 8/1/03 -0500, George, W5YR wrote: The likelihood of a microprocessor or other such complex chip failing in a modern radio - barring a lightning hit - is so small as to be negligible. In fact, barring infant mortalities on all the electronic parts these days, the failure rate is just about non-existent. Once a radio has survived the first few months, it is just about cast in concrete. In general this is very true! The one gotcha in this equation is still the lowly electrolytic cap. These things have lifetimes that are many many times shorter than the semiconductors they're adjacent to. I think it's this technology that's going to start haunting us as solid state gear ages. 73 John -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
Re: [drakelist] Ultimate Drake CW station?
I'd vote for the B line as well. I've got the blank line, A, B and C line on line, and am most fond of the B. Regardless of the way you go, you'll not go too wrong! John K5MO At 11:30 PM 8/12/03 -0400, Tim Kass wrote: Well, the C line is superior in selectivity, but mostly if it has been modified, the first IF is too broad...also get a reciever with serial number above 25,000 as there were really 3 variations of it made, the last was better...the B line is complete as is..there are mods to improve audio and other areas, the C line had separate xtal filters available where the B is four pole xtal filters and are built in...filters are not cheap, INRAD has them but there around $100 each or so. The B line is still my favorite... 73 Tim K8WBL From: N4EKV [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: N4EKV [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [drakelist] Ultimate Drake CW station? Date: Wed, 13 Aug 2003 02:13:51 - I'm interested in adding Drake twins to my station and I was hoping the List here could point me in the right direction. I operate 70% CW and mostly do weak signal work on 20M. I'm thinking B line or C line but I don't know the merits of each. I'd also be interested in common mods and aftermarket enhancements that I've seen mentioned here and in other classifieds. What would be your ultimate Drake CW station? 73, Adam Nathanson Martinez, California www.n4ekv.com -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- _ Tired of spam? Get advanced junk mail protection with MSN 8. http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.507 / Virus Database: 304 - Release Date: 8/4/03 -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] T-4XB Tyco Filters
Anyone have an idea when Drake used USB and LSB crystal filters manufactured by Tyco in the T-4XB transmitter (early/mid/late production)? (The two T-4XB's I've owned up to this point have used CF International filters) Thanks, John -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
Re: [drakelist] T-4XB Tyco Filters
Hi Garey, Thanks for the tip! I don't know the serial number of the rig the Tyco filters came out of, but I'll see if I can obtain it. I purchased the filters for a T-4XB that isn't acting like it should right now. 73, John W0DC - Original Message - From: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: John [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2003 1:39 PM Subject: Re: [drakelist] T-4XB Tyco Filters John - I don't know the answer to your specific question, but you might compare your unit serial numbers to the Serial Number Registry at: http://www89405.temp.w1.com/DrakeSerialDatabase.htm You should be able to place them in the production. 73, Garey - K4OAH Atlanta John wrote: Anyone have an idea when Drake used USB and LSB crystal filters manufactured by Tyco in the T-4XB transmitter (early/mid/late production)? (The two T-4XB's I've owned up to this point have used CF International filters) Thanks, John -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
Re: [drakelist] T-4XB Tyco Filters
Thanks Gary - That makes sense! My Tyco filters (no mention of C-F Networks) with a 1971 date code of 1971 came from T-4XB S/N 18237. The filters in my S/N 16,959 T-4XB are labeled C-F Networks with no mention of Tyco (1969 date code). 73, John W0DC - Original Message - From: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: John [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Drakelist [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2003 4:37 PM Subject: Re: [drakelist] T-4XB Tyco Filters John - I knew Tyco sounded familar to me. Aside from the T-R relay that is! I have a T-4XB with blue C-F Networks - div of Tyco filters and a 17k serial number. So that puts it right about in the middle of the run. A later B has Network Sciences silver filters and a 19k serial number, or pretty near the end of B production. Guessing earlier units had C-F Networks filters before Tyco bought them out. (Like they did Potter Brumfield and a hundred or so other companies.!) 73, Garey - K4OAH Atlanta John wrote: Hi Garey, Thanks for the tip! I don't know the serial number of the rig the Tyco filters came out of, but I'll see if I can obtain it. I purchased the filters for a T-4XB that isn't acting like it should right now. 73, John W0DC - Original Message - From: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] John - I don't know the answer to your specific question, but you might compare your unit serial numbers to the Serial Number Registry at: http://www89405.temp.w1.com/DrakeSerialDatabase.htm You should be able to place them in the production. 73, Garey - K4OAH Atlanta John wrote: Anyone have an idea when Drake used USB and LSB crystal filters manufactured by Tyco in the T-4XB transmitter (early/mid/late production)? (The two T-4XB's I've owned up to this point have used CF International filters) Thanks, John -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
Re: [drakelist] Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2004 20:51:21 -0800
As Garey points out, it would certainly take away from its value. It's easy to accomplish the same thing by making an adapter with about 8 of wire, a female jack on one end, and a male on the other... bring the connector out via this cable to a jack below the front panel. RS has the female 1/4 jacks w/housing to do a neat job of this without breaking out the (cringe) drill bits... :-) 73 John At 09:31 AM 2/13/04 -0500, Garey Barrell wrote: Mike - No doubt drilling out the panel and either putting a second jack there would decrease the collectibility of the receiver. It has been done however. I did one about 30 years ago because I got tired of reaching around the side of the receiver, between the receiver and speaker, to try and pull out that right angle plug (not an easy trick) when I wanted the speaker on. By the way, the front panel phone jack is not exactly wonderful either, since you then have this long phone plug backshell and cord sticking out between the AF Gain and Function switch. This can be a problem, depending upon whether you are right or left handed. As for selling it, the value would depend upon whether the prospective buyer wanted a receiver to use, or one to sit on the shelf and admire. 73, Garey - K4OAH Atlanta David M Eakins wrote: I notice that the R4 and R4A/C all have a headphone jack in the front panel. My R4B does not, although there is a little mark in the front panel where it would go and the Chassis has a hole behind the mark where it would mount just fine. I wonder what effect if any this would have on the resale of the receiver, should I want to sell it in the future? 73, Mike - K7OV -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.580 / Virus Database: 367 - Release Date: 2/6/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.580 / Virus Database: 367 - Release Date: 2/6/04
Re: [drakelist] Re: R-4B headphone jack drilling.
Oh, the humanity!!! ;-) John K5MO At 08:03 PM 2/13/04 -0500, Garey Barrell wrote: As long as we are confessing ... I put an L-Pad control in one corner of an MS-4 so I could turn down that RTTY racket while still putting enough into the TU to saturate the limiter. 73, Garey - K4OAH Gerry wrote: In my original R-4B I defaced the MS-4 speaker grille by drilling a hole and installing a 1/4 jack. MS-4 speaker grilles are much easier to find than R-4B front panels! I guess you could even make a new grille and paint it to look original. Anyway, this solution or defacing also solves the problem of having the headphone jack too close to the RF gain and mode switch. Particularly if you have large fingers. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of john Sent: Friday, February 13, 2004 5:39 PM To: Garey Barrell; David M Eakins Cc: Drake List Posting Subject: Re: [drakelist] Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2004 20:51:21 -0800 As Garey points out, it would certainly take away from its value. It's easy to accomplish the same thing by making an adapter with about 8 of wire, a female jack on one end, and a male on the other... bring the connector out via this cable to a jack below the front panel. RS has the female 1/4 jacks w/housing to do a neat job of this without breaking out the (cringe) drill bits... :-) 73 John At 09:31 AM 2/13/04 -0500, Garey Barrell wrote: Mike - No doubt drilling out the panel and either putting a second jack there would decrease the collectibility of the receiver. It has been done however. I did one about 30 years ago because I got tired of reaching around the side of the receiver, between the receiver and speaker, to try and pull out that right angle plug (not an easy trick) when I wanted the speaker on. By the way, the front panel phone jack is not exactly wonderful either, since you then have this long phone plug backshell and cord sticking out between the AF Gain and Function switch. This can be a problem, depending upon whether you are right or left handed. As for selling it, the value would depend upon whether the prospective buyer wanted a receiver to use, or one to sit on the shelf and admire. 73, Garey - K4OAH Atlanta David M Eakins wrote: I notice that the R4 and R4A/C all have a headphone jack in the front panel. My R4B does not, although there is a little mark in the front panel where it would go and the Chassis has a hole behind the mark where it would mount just fine. I wonder what effect if any this would have on the resale of the receiver, should I want to sell it in the future? 73, Mike - K7OV -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.580 / Virus Database: 367 - Release Date: 2/6/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.580 / Virus Database: 367 - Release Date: 2/6/04
Re: [drakelist] Drake 2B
The two line is one of the most undervalued (this auction notwithstanding!) rigs around. Triple conversion, variable passband tuning (B model)... an outstanding CW receiver in a compact box. I've got representative versions of the A , B and C editions, and the B is the cream of the crop. 73 John K5MO At 02:46 PM 2/24/04 -0800, DAN COTSIRILOS wrote: Never liked the 2 line never will! - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2004 12:41 PM Subject: [drakelist] Drake 2B Did you all see the NIB Drake 2B come and go on epay? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=3078443152category=4673; sspagename=STRK%3AMEBWA%3AITrd=1 I knew better than to even bid. Same guy got the 2BQ for 255. Criminy. Michael N0XY -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.580 / Virus Database: 367 - Release Date: 2/6/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.580 / Virus Database: 367 - Release Date: 2/6/04
RE: [drakelist] Drake 2B (now 1A)
I saw one purchased 3 years ago, at the Cary NC hamfest, WITH original speaker and manual in very very nice shape, for $40. It clearly, was the buy of the day/week/month/year John K5MO At 04:44 PM 2/25/04 -0500, WF2U wrote: A few years ago at a small local hamfest (still lived in NY State) someone had a nice Drake 1A receiver for sale for $85! The owner was busy talking to someone about some other equipment, and not wanting to wait (thinking I may be missing something else...), I walked away and looked at stuff on a few other vendors' tables. I ended up buying a nice Hammarlund HQ-170VHF receiver for $100 and the seller took out another box and said: this goes with the receiver. In the box there were the Heathkit MT-1 Cheyenne transmitter and MR-1 Comanche receiver mobile twins with manuals and power supply. You win some and you lose some... 73, Meir WF2U Gowensville, SC -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mark Nace Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2004 9:23 PM To:Freeberg, Scott (STP); [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [drakelist] Drake 2B A couple of years ago at a hamfest, a fellow had a TR-3 still in the box.mint copper, mint everything. He wanted 300 bucks.nobody bought it..I still kick myself for not going to an automatic teller and getting an extra hundred or so to buy it. Anyone else have any stories about the one that got away? Live and learn, 73 de N5KAE -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - subscribe drakelist in body Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.580 / Virus Database: 367 - Release Date: 2/6/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.580 / Virus Database: 367 - Release Date: 2/6/04
[drakelist] TR7 and SB200
Is anyone using this combination? I wonder if it's advisable to use an external relay to control the amp, or whether the TR7 switching can handle it as-is? Sage advice of the Drakelist greatly appreciated!!! John --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.622 / Virus Database: 400 - Release Date: 3/13/04
[drakelist] GB Fw: [NZDXR] Gear (Drake)
Forwarded w/Drake content Date: Sun, 16 May 2004 03:16:33 + From: Barry Kirkwood Subject: GB Fw: [NZDXR] Gear Sender: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'GLOWBUGS' X-MIMEOLE: Produced By Microsoft MimeOLE V6.00.2800.1409 X-Mailer: Microsoft Outlook Express 6.00.2800.1409 X-MSMail-priority: Normal X-Virus-Scanned: Symantec AntiVirus Scan Engine X-Authentication-warning: piobaire.mines.uidaho.edu: domo set sender to [EMAIL PROTECTED] using -f Original-recipient: rfc822;[EMAIL PROTECTED] Thought I should share this, see below. Bryan ZL2AFT has just made it onto the DXCC Honour Roll. Amongst other things, a tribute to the reliablity and servicability of tube era equipment. Am not on the Drake reflector, think someone should pass the news on. 73 Barry end Barry Kirkwood PhD ZL1DD Signal Hill Homestay 66 Cory Road Palm Beach Waiheke Island 1240 NEW ZEALAND ph/fax 64-9-372-5161 http://www.waiheke.co.nz/signal.htmwww.waiheke.co.nz/signal.htm - Original Message - From: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]Bryan Anderson To: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]DX Reflector Sent: Saturday, May 15, 2004 11:20 AM Subject: [NZDXR] Gear Hi Baz Did the first 140 countries back in the late 60's to early 80's with home brew receiver and filter type SSB rig with many long nights were spent constructing, when a bunch of guys used to gather on 80m after tea at night to help each other solve problems, about the time Warren Robinson was constructing the WR300's (which I acquired one of in recent years). In those days I used a 40m V beam at 50' east west beaming with open wire feed line on all bands. But could never work an African ? Hence the Quad, a 2el boomless tribander, described in May 1983 Break-In which was totally rubbished by the ZL Antenna Intelligentsia in spite of still remains up there 25 years later with only a rotator change and the addition last year of elements for 17m. 1982 Gary ZL2SO picked up in the USA a pair of near new Drake C Line twins for me for US$500 and they have not been out of action for more than hour since. Four years ago I picked up the late ZL2BT's L4B which I run in the tune position with a lot of ALC when occasionally used. In the SSB position the shack lights blink but in a pile up they seem to come back on the first call, can't understand it ? Bryan --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.622 / Virus Database: 400 - Release Date: 3/13/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.622 / Virus Database: 400 - Release Date: 3/13/04
Re: [drakelist] FA: DDS-X digital VFO KIT on eBay
Also 4% surcharge for Paypal? It's against the merchant agreement with Paypal to charge a surcharge. They can cancel the account for anyone doing so. John --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.714 / Virus Database: 470 - Release Date: 7/2/04
Re: [drakelist] Theta 7000 terminal units (Theta 9000)
I'll bite on this one! I've got a very nice in box Theta 9000, along with the Drake labeled BW TV/Monitor. I've never hooked it up, but it was sold to me as working. Anyone ever use these, that could comment on its functionality? From looking at the manual, it's clear that these were of JA origin, and just brand labeled. They sure were expensive! What was the difference between the 9000 and the 7000 ? John K5MO At 06:37 PM 8/2/04 -0500, JC Quinn wrote: JC Quinn [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I've been wondering why there is so little interest in the various Drake/Tono terminal units. These things cost a kings ransom new, worked fairly well and there can't have been too many of them made but you can barely give one away any more. Are Drake fans all purists that don't believe in any aids to run cw or what? I bought one in mint condition several years ago and still have it stored in its original packing thinking it was too pretty to use but it looks like I might as well dig it out and put it to use. Any comments? Jim [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- On Behalf of JC Quinn [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
Re: [drakelist] T4XC and D104
At 05:04 PM 8/4/04 -0500, Jim Shorney wrote: That preamp that comes built in to the TUG8 stand (note: 'D104' refers to the head/element only) is an abomination designed for CBers to create splatter with, and should be destroyed at the earliest opportunity to reduce the population in the wild. In my opinion. Therein lies the reason for the name D 10-4 !! If there's one thing a crystal mic does not need, it's more output... I suspect that it's intention was impedance matching... John --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
Re: [drakelist] comparison of A, B and C lines
Hi Bruce, There's quite a bit of info on the web regarding this comparison (DRAKEmods, on Thoms page is a good one). A lot of it runs to personal taste. Unmodified, most folks prefer the B... and I think I'd agree. On the other hand, I own several stations of each of the A B and C lines and they all are darned fine radios. Regardless of which you pick, they're all going to provide lots of fun. Welcome to the list! John K5MO Clayton NC --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
[drakelist] Inquiry on R4C es Sherwood filters
I have a couple nice, stock R4C's with a nice variety of filters. My question is, which of, and in what order, would you consider adding improvements from the Sherwood offerings? I'm considering upgrading one of mine. Would you stay away from any in particular? http://www.sherweng.com/ I appreciate your sage advice! 73 John K5MO --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
Re: [drakelist] Theta 9000 question
Incidentally, I've got a Drake labelled monitor which IS a BW TV set! John K5MO At 03:30 PM 10/15/04 -0500, Rodger Singley wrote: Rodger Singley [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I just picked up a Theta 9000 which does seem to work but it came with a Theta 7000 manual which is of little use. I know I need to get a manual but in the meantime can someone who has one tell me how to switch from the 80 to 40 character per line display mode (perhaps at 40 I can actually read the characters on the TV I am temporarily using as a monitor for it). Thanks and 73, Rodger WQ9E -- On Behalf of Rodger Singley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
Re: [drakelist] Theta 9000 question
Rodger, My manual seems to indicate ESC8 (hold down ESC, and tap 8) toggles between the two modes. Does that do it? If not, let me know and I'll keep digging. John K5MO At 03:30 PM 10/15/04 -0500, Rodger Singley wrote: Rodger Singley [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I just picked up a Theta 9000 which does seem to work but it came with a Theta 7000 manual which is of little use. I know I need to get a manual but in the meantime can someone who has one tell me how to switch from the 80 to 40 character per line display mode (perhaps at 40 I can actually read the characters on the TV I am temporarily using as a monitor for it). Thanks and 73, Rodger WQ9E -- On Behalf of Rodger Singley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
Re: [drakelist] SW-2 Remote Control Update
A good reason to use it, is that the front panel tuning encoder is hard to find and DOES wear out! John K5MO At 11:03 AM 10/16/04 -0700, Michael Wagner wrote: As I previously posted, I was looking for the remote control unit for the Drake SW-2 receiver. I have tried programming several universal remotes for it, but none worked. Correspondance with Bill Frost at Drake indicated that all that is required is the Drake remote unit (no other interface necessary). Bill did not know of any universal remotes that would work. He also said that Drake's stock is gone. However (the good news). The last 5 were shipped to Universal Radio. Universal now has 4 as I ordered one this morning. Anyone with an SW-2 that wants a remote needs to get in touch with Universal before they are all gone. Regards Mike K8SWL P.S. for those that wonder why I wanted the remote, just because... --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
Re: [drakelist] TR7-A
A bargin, if it was as you described probably half of what it cost new, in real money! John K5MO At 04:43 PM 9/30/04 -0400, Mike Williams wrote: Well I just saw a TR7A and PS7 sell for $1641.00 on e-bay! The rig was used for 3 hours, repacked and put away according to the post. Stock, no extra filters or NB, operators manual and Drake log book. How about that? Good DX, Mike W4DL --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
[drakelist] A downloadable Drake Mods document?
Does anyone know of a link to a downloadable copy of DrakeMods? I see a copy on Thoms Drake home page, but it's not a downloadable document. Thanks! John K5MO --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
[drakelist] R4C dial plates anyone?
Looking for a nice set of dial plates... I've got a R4C that is otherwise very nice, except for scratched up dial plates. Thanks! John K5MO --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
Re: [drakelist] 2C vs 2B
I find the 2B a better receiver, though both are darned good. I think the filters in the 2B and the passband tuning put it ahead of the 2C. Both are very stable, capable receivers however and if I was going to run one with a 2NT, I'd pair it with the 2C. Regardless, you're going to enjoy it! John K5MO At 10:01 AM 11/10/04 -0600, Brad Pioveson W9FX wrote: Brad Pioveson W9FX [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I currently own (but, sadly have had little time to use) a Drake 2B. I have now been offered a 2C for a reasonable price, and, since I have just sent a check away for a 2NT, I am curious about it's matching receiver. How does the 2C stack up against the 2B? It seems that I've read, somewhere, that the 2B is an overall better rig. Thoughts? Opinions? 73 Brad, W9FX -- On Behalf of Brad Pioveson W9FX [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04 --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.727 / Virus Database: 482 - Release Date: 7/26/04
[drakelist] L7 Amp renewal???
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I purchased a L7 that had been used only briefly (2 days) then stored until recently. What precautions would be advisable to bring this rig back to life? I'm thinking it would be advisable to reform the caps, but other than that, what would be smart to look at? I will drive it with a TR7. Thanks! John -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.296 / Virus Database: 265.6.0 - Release Date: 12/17/2004 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] RV75
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Are there any changes needed to switch from a RV7 to a RV75 when used with a TR7? I am aware of the need to jumper some pins in the jones connector (and add resistor, as I recall), but are there others internal to the TR7? Happy New Year to all John -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.298 / Virus Database: 265.6.7 - Release Date: 12/30/2004 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] Looking for a PS-7
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Looking for a PS7 for a friend who just bought a supply-less TR7. Plz send particulars, and I'll deliver to my co-worker looking for same. Thanks guys John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 265.7.3 - Release Date: 1/24/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] SL-8000 filter
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Can anyone tell me what this filter is for? Is it 8kc bandwidth?? John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.0.0 - Release Date: 2/18/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] C-line part locator
John [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Guys, Here is a testimonal for K4OAH s CD for the Drake C-line. This is a monumental piece of work for only $25 . A necessary tool when working on C-lines!! John K9XH -- On Behalf of John [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] Drake 2NT FS
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I've got a 2NT in fine working condition (just peaked on all bands). 110$ Please write for details if interested. 73 John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.5.0 - Release Date: 2/25/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] Advice sought in troubleshooting L7
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I'm just firing up a long dormant (and nearly new ) L7 for the first time. I purchased it from the original owner who said it was used only 6 hours before his condo neighbors complained about the TVI and he put it in the box, which is where it was when I bought it a few months ago. I formed all the caps in the supply (most were quite good yet), and installed the tubes in the sockets. I had the unit in CW mode, per the manual, and fired it up for the first time. I can hear the fan and there was no smoke, but the plate voltage sits at only 1500V and begins to drop after about 5 seconds. I've turned it OFF again, after no longer than about 10 seconds, as the reading (no load, not in transmit) seems way low. There does not appear to be any plate current flowing during this time. How to proceed in trouble shooting? Restart, without tubes in sockets? I'm afraid to leave it on longer, for fear it'll toast something. There's no unusual smells, noises, etc. All hints appreciated. John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.6.2 - Release Date: 3/4/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] Re: [Amps] Drake L7 Problems
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- On 6 Mar 2005 at 12:59, K7RDX wrote: Check the resistive string for the plate voltage metering...Jim S/B 17.6 meg, is 18.6 meg. Sounds like it's time to get some new carbon comps Thanks John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.6.2 - Release Date: 3/4/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] New-old display
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- Got an old vintage 70s digital display by MATRIC. I remember it being advertised for use w/Heath and Drake and others of the era. Very early LED display technology ...think of those early calculators with the numbers made up of lots of little dots. Seems to work , when fed with a signal generator, and it came with the instructions (Saints be praised!). Should make a fun vintage accessory for one of the Drake stations. Anyone ever use one, way back when? John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.11.5 - Release Date: 5/4/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] Trade C line for TR7stn?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I've got a nice C line, RX, with 500 hz CW filter, PS and transmitter in nice shape, full power out. Looking for TR7 w/PS7 w/CW filter for trade, in equally nice shape. Thanks all! John -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.11.6 - Release Date: 5/6/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] FS: Drake 2A/2AQ
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterence to the drakelist gang -- I'm downsizing some of the herd. This station was in use and working well. While it's got some wear (as all of the 2A and B stations do, if they've been used) it's quite presentable, and working well. The slide switches on these are always seemingly scratchy, but other than that, this is a nice rig. The 2AQ is hard to find, and this one is in nice shape. I'll include copies of manuals, although I'm not sure I ever had a manual for the 2AQ. Ready to use, clean and working well. Photos on request. Price is $250 plus actual ship cost. Thanks for your time John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.11.6 - Release Date: 5/6/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] Drake completely out of radio now...
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Read somewhere recently (Eham?) that Drake is dropping their SWL rigs too, and will now be completely out of the radio market. Thanks RL... It's been a fun ride John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.11.11 - Release Date: 5/16/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
Re: [drakelist] TR4cw RIT
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- If taxes define the political posture of the state, it's more properly called The Peoples Republic of North Carolina. John K5MO Clayton NC At 09:54 PM 5/27/2005, Eric Webner wrote: So why isn't North Carolina called a commonwealth. Seems like every bureaucrat has their hand out waiting for payment on some ridiculous tax, fee, etc. 73, Eric D. Vaught [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As usual, my bag of cash lacks $1290 of the $1299 - spent the last of those $10.00 bills on some '36 Chevy parts this week. :-) Have a great day ladies gentlemen - it is a beautiful, blue skied day here today in the Commonwealth of VA (commonwealth seems to stand for sharing your wealth with the governments in VA) Old radios and old cars to go with a beautiful day - does it get better? Probably not, but it seems you (we) have to fight at every avenue to keep these two items in service (and other things) ! Dan My continued thanks to this list its members. Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Small Business - http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=31637/*http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/resources/Try our new Resources site! No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.322 / Virus Database: 267.2.0 - Release Date: 5/27/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.322 / Virus Database: 267.2.0 - Release Date: 5/27/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] Trade nice C-line?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Looking to trade nice R4C T4XC PS-4 station for TR7 station. Receiver comes with Drake 500hz CW filter. Can send pics if interested. Looking for TR7 station in similar condx. Thanks John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.322 / Virus Database: 267.2.0 - Release Date: 5/27/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] WTB: Drake TR7
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Looking for clean TR7 station (PS and xcvr, ideally). Can trade cash or other Drake gear for the right TR7! What do you have? 73 and thanks John -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.6.6 - Release Date: 6/8/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
RE: [drakelist] QUESTION S: R-4 and 2-B IF bandwidth filtering
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I'll second that. An R4B on the BBC is a very pleasant radio to listen to. John K5MO At 05:45 PM 6/17/2005, Grant Youngman wrote: Grant Youngman [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- The Drake R-4(a/b/c) seems universally regarded as a file receiver. It seems bets regarded by CW and SSB users, and less so by AM users. At 4.8kHz max IF bandwidth it is usable for AM, but does not seem to lend itself to current practices of AM users. This is not true of the R-4C. It uses crystal filters in the 2nd IF, and is not an L/C filtered radio like the 4/a/b. A 6 Khz filter is available as a standard item. The C radio isn't a bad AM reciever. The others aren't either, since you can always tune off to one sideband or the other. Grant/NQ5T -- On Behalf of Grant Youngman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.7.8/22 - Release Date: 6/17/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.7.8/22 - Release Date: 6/17/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
Re: [drakelist] Latency
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- At 04:07 PM 8/12/2005, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi Bob Some lists are quicker, but a lot of the unpaid but solicited radio ones take up to 5-6 hrs sometimes (but very inconsistant in time delay). That's my observation too. I don't think Thom moderates the Drake list. We're all such gentlemen we don't need it! :-) John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.2/65 - Release Date: 8/7/2005 -- On Behalf of john [EMAIL PROTECTED] Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: http://www.zerobeat.net Brought to you courtesy of TLCHost.net http://www.tlchost.net/ --
[drakelist] Anyone have a narrow SSB filter for sale?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I paid for one on Ebay, and it turned out to be bad ... you know the drill musta got damaged in the mail..sorry! Yeah... Well, should have asked here first, I guess, so ... anyone have a WORKING one for sale, please? 73 John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.344 / Virus Database: 267.11.8/114 - Release Date: 9/28/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] WTB: 1.8KC filter for TR7...
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- ...sorry for the vague post last night... Am looking for a good 1.8 kc filter for my TR7. Please send price and details...thanks for looking! John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.344 / Virus Database: 267.11.9/115 - Release Date: 9/29/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Drake 2B Service Manual
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- It'll be worth every penny! :-) John At 10:46 AM 11/7/2005, Garey Barrell wrote: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- So far the closest thing available is my CD for the C Line. It has full color photos of the chassis and boards with parts identified, and a full parts list keyed to the photos. I'm currently working on a similar CD for the B Line, but it is an even bigger job than I thought. Twice as many tubes and boards in the receiver alone 73, Garey - K4OAH Atlanta Drake C-Line Service Manual http://www.k4oah.com DW Holtman wrote: DW Holtman [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Van, I don't belive there is any service manuals for most of the Drake radios. I realy like Drake radios, use B twins regularly, however, their manuals are the worst. Try to find parts in the chassis from the pictures supplied. They only point out tubes and maybe a couple of transformers. It you are talking about the pointer on the pass band, it (carefully) pulls straight off. I havn't worked on a 2B for a couple of years, but I think that I remember removing it when I removed the front panel. 73's DW Holtman WB7SSN Keith V wrote: Keith V [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I'm beginning to think there isn't a service manual, Only the Drake Instruction Book commonly referred to as the Owners Manual. There are alignment procedures in there for the radio. There are specific warnings on adjusting the Passband Tuner - Selector adjustments. The manual is on BAMA and Link was sent to me by another person on here. I'm unable to find anything regarding front panel removal. I have all the knobs off, but can get the Passband Selector indicator off. Van - K0KAV - Original Message - From: Grif [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Keith V [EMAIL PROTECTED]; drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Sent: Monday, November 07, 2005 6:37 AM Subject: Re: [drakelist] Drake 2B Service Manual If you find one, I'm also interested. I need to re-align the 2nd IF, which is going to be a bear, what with variable passband and variable center frequency. Thanks. 73, Grif, KF4JG Keith V [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Is there such a thing as a 2B service manual, and if so, where can I order one? Mainly looking for something like that for mechanical dis-assembly. It doesn't look too tough, but I've screwed up easier looking things. Tks, Van K0KAV -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.12.8/162 - Release Date: 11/5/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.12.8/162 - Release Date: 11/5/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Tech Assistance on Drake R4C
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Exactly what is WINMAIL3.DAT? Can't help but be suspicious about unwanted attachments these days.Whatever it is, I'd bet there's many folks who won't even open the body of the email because of some unknown attachment being tagged to the message. John K5MO At 11:47 PM 11/11/2005, Kevin Gray wrote: Working on Drake R4C Serial number 23XXX. Have a very light signal with light frying type sound. Signal is extremely weak. Can just make out stations on SSB. Any help on where to start looking. Thanks Kevin K8SU [EMAIL PROTECTED] No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.0/167 - Release Date: 11/11/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.0/167 - Release Date: 11/11/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] TR7 fan recommendation?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I had the same issue w/a 12V fan. I put a series string of diode drops to about 9V inline and it's now quiet, but moves adequate air... 73 John K5MO At 05:18 PM 11/20/2005, Floyd Sense wrote: Floyd Sense [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I ran my TR7 from a PS7 for the first time today and the fan that's on the TR7 makes too much noise (it's not the Drake fan). Has anyone found a relatively quiet fan? I suppose I could always install a 12V fan and then slow it down as required, but maybe there's a quiet AC fan available? 73, Floyd - K8AC -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.4/175 - Release Date: 11/18/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.4/175 - Release Date: 11/18/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] Trade? TR7 for OmniV?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I've got an extra TR7 station (with PS7 supply) in nice shape w/CW filter and working fine. Am interested in a trade for similar TenTec Omni V. Thanks for the bandwidth John -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.5/177 - Release Date: 11/21/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] TR7 plastic end pieces
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Does anyone know of a source for the plastic end piece trim on the TR7s? Many thanks John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.5/177 - Release Date: 11/21/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] OT coax contamination?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Yep...Radio Shack RG8X does this...I've thrown a lot of it away, as it is impossible to solder once tarnished. John K5MO At 09:36 PM 12/7/2005, Ron Wagner wrote: Ron Wagner [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Thanks for all the replies. Here is a bit more information. Cable is labeled CZ connector and cable micro 8U. It was bought a Dayton many years ago. It is used around the shack for jumpers. The sticky stuff is most likely plasticizer. It has not caused the center dielectric to change that I can tell. It is however a pain because I can not get it clean enough to get a good solder. Since there seems to be no black, I am guessing it is not normal contamination. It may have caused issues with the cable, but I will have to figure a way to test it. Ideas on testing solicited. For testing, I have an MFJ antenna analyzer, Transmitters, watt meter, DVM and freq counter. Not the best selection of test equipment, but along with a R10 receiver, normally enough to get me by. I am thinking of testing power loss on 10 meters as a potential test of the coax? 73, Ron -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.13.12/193 - Release Date: 12/6/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.13.12/193 - Release Date: 12/6/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] OT: ARRL digital technology
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Assisted by the if it ain't Digital, it ain't in our plan ARRL board. John K5MO At 07:54 AM 12/18/2005, Ron Wagner wrote: Ron Wagner [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Gentlemen, ARRL it seems, has a complete D-star configuration at HQ. Icom loaned it to them. I think the ARRL see the writing on the wall. HR modulation technology as we know it is history. Without digital modulation we will not be able to hear over the crud created by BPL and other industrial monetary ventures that pollute the environment. So sad, but likely so true. 73, Ron -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.1/205 - Release Date: 12/16/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.1/205 - Release Date: 12/16/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Neutralizing
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Likewise, the 6GJ5's are the same tube with the exception of the supressor grid connection. Specs are the same. I've used them w/no diff even on 10M. Each rig is just a little different from the next I suppose (especially after 40 yrs!) John K5MO At 09:05 AM 12/18/2005, George KB2Z wrote: Karl, Consider a 12JB6 They are the same in all respects except for cost, availability, and a simple filament wiring change. Good luck, George At 07:07 AM 12/18/05, you wrote: WARNING: The remainder of this message has not been transferred. The estimated size of this message is 9180 bytes. Click on the Retrieve From Server icon above and check mail again to get the whole thing. (If you're reading this in the preview pane, you'll need to open the message to see the icon.) If the Retrieve From Server icon is not showing, then this message is no longer on the server. -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.1/206 - Release Date: 12/16/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] My best buy ever.
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- As I recall, there were SIX external VFO's made, so you DID get lucky (to say the least). ER had a good article on this station some years ago. Congrats! John K5MO At 04:38 PM 12/31/2005, n7ioh wrote: n7ioh [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Last month at our clubs monthly breakfast the ham sitting next to me asked if I knew anyone interested in a Drake 6 Meter radio. I told him I was and that I had been looking for one for some time that I could afford. He said that he had one that he bought a while back and had never even tried out and that it was in storage. I asked how much he wanted for it and he said I could have it for what he had paid for it, $50.00. He said he just wanted to get rid of it because he had too much stuff in paid storage. I of course told him I would buy it even though I had not seen it. Well today we went over to his storage unit and I loaded it into my car and gave him the $50 for the rig. I had originally thought I was only buying a TR-6, nothing else. I haven't tested it out yet but here is what I got for the $50. The TR-6 in very good physical and cosmetic condition sn.#570 with the noise blanker. The RV-6 in very good physical and cosmetic condition sn.#065 with the AC-3 power supply. The original Drake manual for the TR-6 with the purchase date of Oct. 18, 1974 and the serial number written inside the front cover. I don't have a lot of money and can't compete with the guys that can just write a check for just about anything they want. Sometimes we just get lucky. I just wanted to share my joy with the rest of the group. This will pretty much complete the major Drake items I wanted for my Drake station and will compliment my R-4C, T-4XC, R-4B, and AC-4. The only other semi-major item I need is the noise blanker for my R-4C. I am hoping I can locate one this next year. I wish everyone a happy and prosperous new year. 73's, Al, n7ioh -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.9/217 - Release Date: 12/30/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.9/217 - Release Date: 12/30/2005 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] L7 Grid current?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- What kind of grid current to you L7 users see, when the amp is fully loaded on CW? Thanks! John -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 267.15.1/250 - Release Date: 2/3/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
RE: [drakelist] 6JB6 substitutes
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- At 07:53 AM 2/12/2006, Ron Baker wrote: -- Hello Paul, to answer your question on substitute tubes, there are no substitutes for the 6JB6 tube. Actually, the 6GJ5 is spec'd identically with the exception of the supressor grid configuration (which is not a concern in the Drake apps). I've used them plug and play in several of my Drake stations and they work fine. John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 267.15.6/257 - Release Date: 2/10/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] B1000 balun
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Maybe a cut down cap from a black spray paint can? John At 11:43 AM 3/5/2006, DW Harms wrote: Drakelist de PA2DW, Thanks to Garey K4OAH, Rien PA0TRT and George K8BRW for their response. The B1000 substitute is now in place and works excellent! It turns out to be a simple bifilar toroid, so really don't understand why that thing is so expensive hi! I mounted it on a piece of blank epoxy board and I will even see if I can find me a plastic cap, so you really don't see the difference with an original B1000 J 73 to all! Dick PA2DW http://msgtag.com/?source=ffooter has notified the sender that this message has been received. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 268.1.2/274 - Release Date: 3/3/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 268.1.2/274 - Release Date: 3/3/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] Oh the humanity!
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Make a grown man cry Ebay item: 9715412984 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.385 / Virus Database: 268.4.4/320 - Release Date: 4/20/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Working on my ebay good deal =:-)
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Was there a red velvet cloth in the background of your auction? :-) John K5MO At 12:43 PM 8/2/2006, John Cox wrote: I recently bought a tr4cw on ebay that was listed as ULTRA MINT Drake TR4CW RIT MS4 PS4 I should have noted that he said that it may need alignment and made no reference to output power! When I powered it up it was dead. Looking at the notes section in the manual it had had a lightning event that blew the light fuse and a mickey mouse replacement had been installed. When I powered up after fixing the fuse it had very low receiver volume and no S-meter movement on receive other than when moving the rf gain knob . Replaced two tubes that had low emission in the receiver front end which helped the sensitivity and volume. Still no S-meter indication. Decided to check output power. I am going through my Collins 312-b4 station control to a BW 334A watt meter / Dummy load. They both indicate 125 watts when using the tuning section in the manual to tune the transmitter. I welcome any suggestions. So far I love the transceiver but the manual is a little weak compared to what we had in the NAVY and my Collins 75S-3c manual. John Cox Bona, Missouri KC0YAI No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/406 - Release Date: 8/2/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/407 - Release Date: 8/3/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] Whats the diff between L4 and L4B?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Can someone describe the difference between these two amps? 73 John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.7/409 - Release Date: 8/4/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] Want: Drake MS7 speaker
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Looking for a speaker for my TR7. Thank you John K5MO -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.3/423 - Release Date: 8/18/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] On Selling Drake Gear
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- As for States Attorneys and Police ... gimmie-a-break, no one cares. That's not trueI have won cases that disprove what you say. - I agree. I have had only two very bad tranactions (out of about 600+ ). One I made sure PayPal repaid me per their agreement (they did) The other ...I spoke to a very helpful detective, who made a personal visit to the scammer, told him he had a choice (make good on Ebay transaction, or get served) resulting in my goods being shipped the next day (after 4 weeks incommuncado). It works if you make it work ...like most things in life. John K5MO -- Internal Virus Database is out-of-date. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.14.7/537 - Release Date: 11/17/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] On Selling Drake Gear
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- At 06:44 PM 12/1/2006, Thom R LaCosta wrote: On Fri, 1 Dec 2006, john wrote: - I agree. I have had only two very bad tranactions (out of about 600+ ). That's a lot more than 29,, isn't it? Yep, automatically disqualifies me to speak on the subject! :-) John K5MO -- Internal Virus Database is out-of-date. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.14.7/537 - Release Date: 11/17/2006 -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] log book on e-Bay
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Wonder how much those Yaesu log books that they give away seemingly by the case will be worth in 30+ years?? Probably nothing. Like most collectibles these will reach their peak price during the time of peak earning power of the age group of the people who wanted them, but didnt get them when they were freely available. A good example is car collecting. Older (model T/A ) cars have dropped in price, while 60-70s musclecars have skyrocketed in price (oh , to have my 70 SS396 Chevelle back again!) John K5MO -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] OceanState Electronics
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I too have gotten faded by OSE an item went on back order, and I could never get them to return my money and cancel the item. They ignored followup email and I got lip service over the phone ... we'll look into it... , which of course never happened. I'll never order from them again. John K5MO At 03:54 PM 3/19/2007, jack stoner wrote: jack stoner [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Evan, I have ordered many times from OSE and have had varied returns. Sometimes they get behind but in all cases I was not disappointed. The responses or lack of seems a bit odd though. Keep the faith I trust you will not be diappointed. They are a great source for a lot of toys that I need now and then. Jack K3JAS Never miss an email again! Yahoo! Toolbar alerts you the instant new Mail arrives. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/toolbar/features/mail/ -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.13/726 - Release Date: 3/18/2007 3:34 PM -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] DXing with the TR7
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Fun to work the Swains DXpedition 1st call on the TR7 operating 17m, with the L7 loafing along at about 500 watts. Antenna only a rotatable dipole @50 feet. The TR7 is still a great rig John K5MO -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] I got excitied...and then
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi Thom, Nah, they're excellent about support... it's a top notch outfit. John K5MO (K1/K2 owner) At 08:29 PM 4/28/2007, Thom LaCosta wrote: Thom LaCosta [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I saw lots of traffic on the Elecraft list about the new K3...and I posted a question asking for a comparison between the K3 and the nb in the drakes... And for good measure, asked about passband tuning. When the spokesman for the company never answered, I sent a copy of the post to one of the Elecraft owners, asked if he could answer the questions, and told him a was really ready to send off some money for one. Funny thing, no answer...so I can only assume, since the message to the list showed up, that both the folks have my address blocked. Can't even begin to imagine what a nightmare support would be if they have my address blocked. 73,Thom-k3hrn www.zerobeat.net Home of QRP Web Ring, Drakelist home page,Drake Web Ring, QRP IRC channel, Drake IRC Channel, Elecraft Owners Database www.tlchost.net/hosting/ *** Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.6.1/778 - Release Date: 4/27/2007 1:39 PM -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] I got excitied...and then
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi Thom, We'll agree to disagree on this one. Elecraft is a fine outfit... given that there appears to be mail flying off their keyboards over at the Elecraft list, Im not sure what the issue is with your question. All I know, is that I like most other Elecraft owner/builders have great luck with them regarding any kind of product support. Cant find a part? An email sends it on the way free. Dont understand a part of the manual? Gary Surrency beams you an answer (or Don Wilhelm does via the list). I built numerous Heathkits, and Elecraft support is faster and more complete than Heaths (and I *really* liked Heathkit). Sowhat the heck did you ask, anyway? :-) John K5MO At 10:09 PM 4/28/2007, Thom LaCosta wrote: On Sat, 28 Apr 2007, john wrote: Hi Thom, Nah, they're excellent about support... it's a top notch outfit. A top notch outfit ALWAYS answers correspondence that clearly indicates the sender is willing and able to make a purchase. A really top knotch outfit answers correspendence. Since Elecraft has not done either of the above, I can assume that they simply don't want business from certain folks. Thom K2 Owner, Maintainer of the Elecraft Owners Online Database that is accessed by owners and Elecraft, Inc. www.baltimorehon.com/Home of the Baltimore Lexicon www.tlchost.net/hosting/ Web Hosting as low as 3.49/month -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.6.2/779 - Release Date: 4/28/2007 3:32 PM -- Submissions:drakelist@www.zerobeat.net Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Server Move
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Thanks for all the work and the use of the server for Drakelist, Thom! John K5MO -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] FW: From Steve WA7EZB
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I'll fourth it. John fixed my RV75, so he's handy in digital or analog! John K5MO At 10:43 AM 5/24/2007, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -- I second (or third) that. John is honest and competent Hi All John Kriner is a first rate service tech for Drake gear. He just serviced a TR-5 for me and is doing another radio this summer. Fair rates, excellent work and first rate safe shipping. He went the extra mile for me and even replaced some cosmetic parts I couldn't find. He worked many years at the Drake factory and used to have a web site. He said he is working on a new one. Also, sorry for opening the can of worms on the logbook mail damage. As a side note, I looked up some of the faces in the logbook from the Drake book I purchased and recognized some of them. The logbooks look vintage which adds to their appeal. Regards Steve WA7EZB -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] Drake amp conversion....
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I may not be fast, but I'm stubborn. I just finished an amp conversion ...which really was more like use the variable caps, meter , transformer and case, and trash the rest. The patient in question was a $40 junker GSB1000 Dentron amp. These were sweep tube jobs that weren't that great to start with, and this one had been scrapped , taken apart and put in a box. The good news was, the bits I needed (case, transformer, meter, variable caps) were all good. I added a tuned input circuit built on FAR circuits boards, rewound a new tank coil, since anode Z of the replcement tube (a Russian GI7B ceramic triode) operates at 2X the voltage of the original sweepers, built a voltage doubler, built an air chamber to provide forced air cooling of the PA tube, added a power sequencing circuit (again , a FAR circuit board ) using a 555 and a small DIP relay, and built and painted a new panel out of .050 aluminum sheet. The GI7B is good for 500W out, and this will do it, with just 40 watts in, so perhaps my plan for using this on the output of my T4X is not a good one! The GI7B is a bargin...less than $25 for a 500W out tube. In any event, I've uploaded pix here: http://old-radios.com/Temporary/amp2.jpg http://old-radios.com/Temporary/amp1.jpg if anyone's interested. The indicated voltage is V/2 . I learned a lot, and didnt kill myself! Two important outcomes! John K5MO -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] (Resent with line wrap off) Back by popular demand
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- That blue will keep you cl! John K5MO At 11:30 PM 6/18/2007, Jim Shorney wrote: 20-%20Photos%20by%20NU0C;i=23;img=DSC00109.JPG -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] (Resent with line wrap off) Back by popular demand
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- At 12:58 PM 6/19/2007, you wrote: Bill Horne [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Try this: *http://tinyurl.com/2upd6u \ TINYURL is your FRIEND! John K5MO -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] AM operation on T-4 or T-4XB
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Then a Valiant or a Viking II is right up your alley! :-) 73 John K5MO At 10:39 AM 7/26/2007, you wrote: Jason Buchanan [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- On Jul 25, 2007, at 6:35 PM, john wrote: I'd suggest not hacking on a fairly rare piece of Drake gear, and instead suggest selling it, and taking the money to purchase a better piece of AM gear, like a Heath DX100 or Apache, or a Johnson Viking II. These other pieces of gear are much more suitable for AM than any of the sweep tube Drake transmitters. Sounds good. Well, i'll see what I can find in the realm of a Valiant, etc. Really looking for something glowy with lots of glowing 866 rectifiers hi thanks! -- 73 Jason N1SU http://n1su.com/ -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] AM operation on T-4 or T-4XB
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Jason, I'd suggest not hacking on a fairly rare piece of Drake gear, and instead suggest selling it, and taking the money to purchase a better piece of AM gear, like a Heath DX100 or Apache, or a Johnson Viking II. These other pieces of gear are much more suitable for AM than any of the sweep tube Drake transmitters. Cheers! John K5MO At 10:33 AM 7/25/2007, Jason Buchanan wrote: hi, I've got an old T-4 Reciter that I was thinking of using for AM operation but was considering the small modification (11/1994 QST WB4IJN) to make it produce a constant carrier. A couple questions come to mind: is this still the preferred way to do this or is there a better way to run AM on the T-4, and I suppose the obvious question is this even possible on the T-4 (i.e., should I perform this on my T-4XB instead). I really don't want to cut around on my T-4XB and the T-4 is primarily a CW rig for me so a little modification on it doesn't bother me. And the final question is how does one tune the unmodified transmitter for optimum AM operation? The last time I tried it I was able to reach peaks of nearly 100W output but that doesn't seem realistic (guessing I had a lot of flat-topping). Thanks -- 73 Jason N1SU http://n1su.comhttp://n1su.com/ -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Project stuff and list owner ?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Right-oh! I stocked up in these yrs ago when they were $2.50 each ! 73 John K5MO At 04:43 PM 7/27/2007, you wrote: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Carl - Progress! The 6GJ5's will work fine on 10M. Try and get Sylvania, Zenith, RCA or GE brands if possible, and best if all three are the same. Check the meter resistor, and also check the screen and cathode resistors for the finals. The should be within 5% tolerance, or at least within 5% of each other. The TR-3 and early TR-4 final cage didn't have a top at all. 73, Garey - K4OAH Glen Allen, VA Drake 2-B, 4-B C-Line Service Supplement CDs www.k4oah.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi to the group, T4 is getting there...have the new AC-4R board kit on the AC3 unit and now when I turn on the rig at least I don't hear the transformer windings bang on. Board was easy. I had to scrounge a bit for the correct color wires with the new no wire kit but I did and it follows the instructions very easily even to the correct colors. Now at least I feel that it can finally get on the air W Now that PS done went looking at tubes, after reading all about neutralizingwoops...one 6JB6 and two 6KM6's. Right now all things considered am thinking of three 6GJ5's to get things up and running although from reading the archives they probably will not function well on 10M. At least I can get the unit aligned. After more reading I have to check the meter resistor to verify, ergo correct bias voltage adjustmentif its not one thing its another. Still looking for the complete cage for the PA's. anyone out there got one from a TR3 or TR4 they are scrapping out ? 73's Carl Hibbard WD8NHK Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL.com http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour/?ncid=AOLAOF0002000982. No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.10.22/922 - Release Date: 7/27/2007 6:08 AM -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] T-4XC sticking in xmit mode on CW
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Check the bias voltage ! John K5MO At 11:25 AM 8/5/2007, you wrote: Doug Smith [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- On Sat, 2007-08-04 at 19:30 -0500, Bill wrote: Bill [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Power supply. No kidding? Hopefully not the transformer itself as I do have an AC-4 update coming from Mike. OK, I've got the schematics out -- any further hints? Thanks! -Doug, W7KF -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] R4C problems
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- If it turns out bad, I may have one... Best John K5MO At 01:53 PM 8/5/2007, you wrote: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hubert - Yes, that would be CR5. It is a Germanium diode (1N270), which is difficult to find these days. A Schottky such as 1N5711 should work ok if it is bad. You should have ~ 1 - 1.5V p-p at the INJ jack, and ~ 3.5V p-p at the collector of the Band Oscillator. Garey Hubert ROTH wrote: Hubert ROTH [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Thank you Garrey Strange strange 1.6V pp I have that!! I will have to remeasure that; but looks like ther is another issue !!! I've read something about a diode on the PTO Xtal mixer between plate and screen. BTW I had 620pF and changed to 390pF. Looks like if I fixed the PTO and after remounting something other fails. Oh murphy!! 73,s Hubert F6DUK -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] R4C problems
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Enjoy the K1 Hubert... love mine almost as much as the TR7s. 73 John K5MO At 02:49 PM 8/5/2007, you wrote: Hubert ROTH [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Thank you all , I saved a load of them years ago !! I ll go for two weeks check if the mediterranean sea is still there and will put this case on the bench by end of august i'll keep you informed Now its QRP time with my elecraft K1 Hubert F6DUK -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] smoker's radio
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- White lanonin hand cleaner rubbed in with fingertips! John k5MO At 08:00 PM 8/5/2007, you wrote: VE3ES [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I recently took possession of several radios from the estate of a deceased ham radio op. While the highlight of the pile of loot was a Drake low pass filter, there were a number of rice boxes (IC-726, TS-450S and DX-70TH). The previous owner was a smoker and the radios all smell of such. Some were longer in his possession than others which means the layer of nicotine is thicker than the new items. These are the first nicotine-soaked-rice-boxes (or anything for that matter) that I have ever had in my possession. The question is.any idea on how to clean this stuff? The smell of smoke is quite noticeable. A quick cleaning with a j-cloth and water cleaned off a layer of dust and some of the easier to clean yellowing. Again...anybody have any thoughts on how to clean these things? Several other items such as some MFJ tuners, etc Bill VE3ES -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] smoker's radio
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- GoJo! Available at auto parts store John k5mO At 01:54 PM 8/6/2007, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello gang... A brand name sure would be nice... Thanks in advance... = 73's, Drake since 1970, Charlie... (WB4YQV) =20 - Original Message -=20 From: VE3ES=20 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, August 06, 2007 12:54 PM Subject: Re: [drakelist] smoker's radio WARNING: The remainder of this message has not been transferred. The estimated size of this message is 9425 bytes. Click on the Retrieve From Server icon above and check mail again to get the whole thing. (If you're reading this in the preview pane, you'll need to open the message to see the icon.) If the Retrieve From Server icon is not showing, then this message is no longer on the server. -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Electrolytic rebuilding
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Good stuff Al! Also some cap rebuilding ideas on my site: http://k5mo.com/RestorationCap_main_page.html 73 John K5MO At 05:20 PM 8/12/2007, Al Parker wrote: Al Parker [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi Garey Andy, Thanks for the ref. to my cap rebuilding page (that Ron has on his site). If anyone doesn't want to go thru the procedure themself -- I've been rebuilding 2 3 section caps for R-390A guys, for $50/set of 2 plus postage. Will do the Drake C129/140 can for same price, $25 plus return postage. I prefer to do more than one at a time, and will give a 10% discount for 2 or more at a time. I can do this basic process for many multi-section cans, 3-section and higher voltages might be slightly more cost, let me know what you have or need I'll figure a cost. This is all based upon you sending me your good, re-useable can. I don't have enough on hand to offer an exchange or outright sale at the moment. More info on the process can be seen at: http://www.boatanchors.org/filtercap.htm (but I find that the server is temporarliy in a grouchy mood right now Try it later tonite.) WARNING: The remainder of this message has not been transferred. The estimated size of this message is 9414 bytes. Click on the Retrieve From Server icon above and check mail again to get the whole thing. (If you're reading this in the preview pane, you'll need to open the message to see the icon.) If the Retrieve From Server icon is not showing, then this message is no longer on the server. -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] smoker's radio
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Be careful of windex on the front panel or dials! John K5MO At 12:18 PM 8/23/2007, Jason Buchanan wrote: Jason Buchanan [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- On Aug 5, 2007, at 8:00 PM, VE3ES wrote: The previous owner was a smoker and the radios all smell of such. Some were longer in his possession than others which means the layer of nicotine is thicker than the new items. These are the first nicotine-soaked-rice-boxes (or anything for that matter) that I have ever had in my possession. The question is.any idea on how to clean this stuff? The smell of smoke is quite noticeable. A quick cleaning with a j-cloth and water cleaned off a layer of dust and some of the easier to clean yellowing. Remove the top and bottom lids, apply lots of Windex with ammonia. Be prepared to use a lot if the surfaces are coated heavily. Remove tubes from upper deck, wipe surface with cotton cloth wetted with Windex. get lots of cotton rags, preferably washed with no fabric softener. I get cotton baby diapers and wash them a few times with just a drop of soap and no fabric softener... once the fabric is softened by agitation it is good to use on just about anything. get lots of cloth as the grime will scratch the surfaces if you keep using it. I use cotton baby diapers to cover my gear, especially keyboards. As to the underside of the radio, your best bet is to put it outside and let the wind blow across it for a week. The ozone and oxygen in the air will neutralize the odors pretty quickly. Obviously you'd want to protect it from birds and nibbling squirrels. hope this helps.. -- 73 Jason N1SU http://n1su.com/ -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] smoker's radio
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- I'll second and third that... the white lanolin hand cleaner is the stuff...particularly for delicate front panels, and hard to clean dried up wrinkle finish John K5MO At 12:57 PM 8/23/2007, Garey Barrell wrote: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- The best I've found for removing nicotine stains (coatings?) is GoJo Hand Cleaner. The WHITE jelly-like version, NOT the orange with pumice. For covers, etc., just put it on and rub in with your fingers, then rinse off. Where you don't want water, just wipe off with soft rags, Q-Tips, whatever to get into the tight places. Interiors often respond to storage with clothes dryer softener sheet(s) and wrapped in plastic or in a plastic bag for a few days. 73, Garey - K4OAH Glen Allen, VA Drake 2-B, 4-B C-Line Service Supplement CDs www.k4oah.com On Aug 5, 2007, at 8:00 PM, VE3ES wrote: The previous owner was a smoker and the radios all smell of such. Some were longer in his possession than others which means the layer of nicotine is thicker than the new items. These are the first nicotine-soaked-rice-boxes (or anything for that matter) that I have ever had in my possession. The question is.any idea on how to clean this stuff? The smell of smoke is quite noticeable. A quick cleaning with a j-cloth and water cleaned off a layer of dust and some of the easier to clean yellowing. -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Drake 2B
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- One of my 2B's is also a real dog...rusty on the edges, chassis very pitted, chips off the front panel. Works flawlessly! :-) John K5MO At 05:03 PM 9/28/2007, Jim F. wrote: Jim F. [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi I am new to the list and making a rusty 2B presentable as my boatanchor receiver. The chrome rings on all knobs were really rusty. Replaced the DC filter caps Replaced 4 of the 6 paper capacitors Repaired rust on the case and front panel Chassis is almost entirely oxidized and pitted. Had the radio playing absolutely super last night but this morning heard a loud buzz (not exactly a hum). Will see if works OK tonight. And someone must have banged the receiver down on the main tuning knob which bent the tuning shaft a bit. The dial cord slips in one spot as the knob is turned. Not serious but annoying. The set now looks OK and performs (at least it did last night :-) wonderful ! If anyone is interested in a quick rusty ring knob repair and what I used to lube the moving parts, and how I repaired rust that formed from past 20 years in a damp basement, let me know and I will post something. The radio does not look absolutely original, but I really enjoy looking at it and listening to it. If the chassis were not completely pitted I would meticulously restore it. But it is a rescued radio, not restored 2B, but a user and a keeper. Never thought it would look as good as it does. 72, jim / W1FMR to be replaced if anyone has any. -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Drake 2B How to make a basket case look like an plane Jane..
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi Jim, All sounds good! I always advise against cleaning screened dial glass (for the reasons you found out!!!), and I'd suggest Satin Black as a good match for the cabinet. White rubbing compound or turtle wax does a nice job on hardware heads AND knobs / trim rings and the ivory dial backgroundand cabinets! Essential stuff. I've got some polish... Finish re-nu thats like a finer white compound in liquid suspension that I use on lots of things from auto parts store. 2B slide switches are perpetually bad...de-oxit from the back (at least they're easy to clean!) They're great little radios! John K5MO At 10:04 PM 9/28/2007, Jim F. wrote: Jim F. [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi John - K5MO, and John, W1JA; Nice to hear from you... Turned on Tubie (My name for the 2B) and it worked fine tonight. Here at the cottage, am surrounded by HV AC wiring which is sometimes very noisy. Wonder if the AC line is used for other things besides power (BPL) ? I am staying at a beach cottage and my fun project has been the 2B and a TS-430S and I must say that the 2B is a lot more fun to fix. Don't know where to start... Let everything dry well between stages (hair dryer OK) For the the front panel, remove it, wash gently with soap and water, rinse and dry. sand rust carefully to get rid of loose rust. Apply Rust Converter from Walmart. Converts rust to a black, paintable, sandable primer. Fill in the pits with Bondo Glazing Putty (Walmart) and sand. Repeat till smooth. Mask then spray with Krylon semi-flat #1613, and/or apply with q-tip or toothpick. (I used flat black and it is not a very perfect match) *IMPORTANT: Lettering on rear of glass faceplate is protected with clear spray that will cloud up if you disturb it. CLEAN CAREFULLY ! WARM WATER ONLY AND DO NOT RUB. I found that out :-( Front panel screws: Sand, pick out rust, and paint. Punch holes in bottom of yogurt cup and stick screws in to paint. Glossy black #1601 really looks good on screws. I had to sand and use concentrater on bottom front, sides and back of chassis. I then painted halfway up the rear of the chassis. Looks kinda macho, and better than rust. Replace all rusty screws and RF connector with shiny ones. Case..I had to straighten front edge with a big C clamp. Will have to re-touch up case again with semi-flat this time :-( Q-tips were used and If it comes out looking worse than the panel, will repaint it. It looks easy - no lettering :-) Knobs: Soak over night in Fantastic. Scrape rust with a small screwdriver. Apply Rust Converter with a toothpick. Purch. chrome washers, metric size cost more but look better. (ACE Hardware around here, bring knob with you and pick a good size) Washers are twice the width of chrome ring but look 100% better than rust. Super glue washers to knob. Center carefully. Red fingernail polish spruced up the little plastic faceplate do-hicky. Dial backround: Walmart Krylon Satin Touch #3510 Ivory Satin. Flip the dial pointer up and out of the way. Wash, Lightly sand, wash again, mask carefully and spray the visible section. Looks spectacular and matches the meter almost perfectly. Lubricate moving parts with (expensive) Tri-Flow teflon Superior Lubricant. Liquid dries up leaving a teflon coating on bearings. Buy replacement Capacitors from Unique Radio Parts, LLC...Look it up on Google. Save the old Capacitor can. You might want to cut it to replace caps on a mint 2B. I think that is it. Let me know what you think. Hard to make a silk purse from a sow's ear but fun (and only about $90 worth of stuff) to make the 2B presentable and worthy of a spot on your bench or in your mind. I will be on the lookout to upgrade mine if a better one magically appears. 72/73 Jim / W1FMR --- john [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- One of my 2B's is also a real dog...rusty on the edges, chassis very pitted, chips off the front panel. Works flawlessly! :-) John K5MO At 05:03 PM 9/28/2007, Jim F. wrote: Jim F. [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi I am new to the list and making a rusty 2B presentable as my boatanchor receiver. The chrome rings on all knobs were really rusty. Replaced the DC filter caps Replaced 4 of the 6 paper capacitors Repaired rust on the case and front panel Chassis is almost entirely oxidized and pitted. Had the radio playing absolutely super last night but this morning heard a loud buzz
Re: [drakelist] Any disadvantages to using R-4A with T-4XB?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Not really! It will work fine Tom! John K5MO t 07:53 AM 10/13/2007, you wrote: Hi, The subject line says it all. I have both an R-4A and an R-4B. I'm going to keep one to transceive with my T-4XB. What is the advantage of using the R-4B instead of the R-4A with the T-4XB? Thanks! Tom, WA3REY -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] New Subscriber
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Welcome Ed. whichever version you buy, you'll likely be pleased. May I steer you in the direction of a B-line? I dont think you'll ever regret it! 73 John K5MO At 10:23 AM 10/27/2007, EP Swynar wrote: Good Day All, Just welcoming myself(!) aboard this Reflector... I've been giving some serious thought of late here to do what I probably should have done some 24 years ago, specifically, buy a good set of Drake Twins. Back in '83, I elected to retire my venerable old Heathkit SB-400 / Hallicrafters S-77A combo, in favour of the latest greatest from the Far East... I've rued that day every time something major goes out with this flashy digital winking blinking contraption. Maybe I'll learn enough here to know which version of the R4 series of receiver I should have, the subtleties between all of the different variants thereof...I hope so, anyway, look forward to the day that I might have some Twins of my own here to use, enjoy, and actually REPAIR myself, as the need may arise... ~73!~ Eddy VE3CUI - VE3XZ -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] T-4XC hanging in transmit mode
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Doug, I seem to remember bias voltage being an issue for this problem Best 73 John k5Mo At 04:52 PM 10/27/2007, Doug Smith wrote: Doug Smith [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- [I posted on this a while back but am just getting around to it.] My T-4XC has been intermittently hanging in transmit mode on CW. Everything runs along fine but periodically when I stop sending the transmitter doesn't seem to drop out of TX mode and normal bias current is registered on the TX meter. During these episodes there is no RF output (unless I hit the key again then I get normal RF out). If I then send a long string of dits when I stop the T/R function usually resumes normal operation - for a while. Today I pulled the AC-4 out of the MS-4 and measured the various voltages: High B+ 683 VDC with 0.4 VAC ripple Low B+ 278 VDC with 0.12 VAC ripple Bias-59.5 VDC with 0.022 VAC ripple Which all seem a bit high but mostly nominal. The bias range is from -45 to -95. The ripple figures are peak to peak as measured on my 'scope. I poked around underneath the AC-4 and I don't see anything that looks 'wrong'. I was able to reproduce this problem this morning but I am unable to reproduce the problem now that I've fooled around with the AC-4. For the life of me, it *feels* like the T/R relay is simply hanging up when transitioning from transmit to receive. But, I'd rather develop a theory based on something other than what I *feel*.. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I oughta be looking at? Tnx and 73, -Doug, W7KF -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
[drakelist] Re: [AWA] Re: Meter Repair...? --- GOOD NEWS!
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- At 12:11 PM 11/2/2007, EP Swynar wrote: Good Morning All, Should those folks who offered to look for a direct replacement for this meter in their respective junque boxes still care to do so, I'll be only too pleased to consumate the deal --- after all, spares are always a good thing... Ed, Even though the posession of a spare will ensure that the meter will NEVER fail again, it's cheap insurance! John k5mo -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Motorola buying Yaesu!
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Whoops...that can't be good John K5MO At 08:04 AM 11/6/2007, you wrote: VE3ES [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- QST de W1AW Special Bulletin 7 ARLX007 From ARRL Headquarters Newington CT November 5, 2007 To all radio amateurs SB SPCL ARL ARLX007 ARLX007 Motorola buys Yaesu Motorola USA has announced its intention to launch a tender offer to acquire a controlling interest in Vertex Standard Co, Ltd. Vertex Standard is the parent company of Yaesu. Motorola will own 80 percent of Vertex Standard; Tokogiken, a privately held Japanese company, controlled by current president and CEO of Vertex Standard Jun Hasegawa, will retain 20 percent, forming a joint venture. The total purchase price for 80 percent of the outstanding shares on a fully diluted basis will be approximately US $108 million. /EX -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] IRC .82ohm 2W SPH resistor
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- At 02:03 PM 11/6/2007, Mike Bryce wrote: the reason is not really clear.. but here goes if there is a fault in one or both of the tubes, or a short circuit someplace on the +2700 volt line this resistor acts like a fuse and pops open. And it's quite handy! I have (ahem) tested this function on a 30L1 that I was working on last year. It uses a cluster of 2W carbon comps as the HV fuse. Since I forgot that the Collins has multiple spring loaded interlocks on the B+ when it's out of the cabinet, I was able to fully appreciate the beauty of these resistors . After the smoke cleared, I was able to see that the resistors opened and perhaps saved the transformer from my stupidity! Normal fuses ...the 3AG types, are not rated for HV, and may not clear when overloaded with such HV. This arrangement is also a good surge stopper Cheap insurance John K5MO -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] Project stuff and list owner ?
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- At 07:54 PM 11/6/2007, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED][EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: abbreviated excerpt below The 6GJ5's will work fine... Garey - K4OAH Hi, TR4 will not tune up...no plate current...have been advised that 6GJ5's may have to have pin 8 cut off. Your thoughts. Carl Hibbard WD8NHK I have several Drake rigs using them...they require no modifications to tube , or to radio. John K5MO -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] 4 line blue filters
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Carey Lockhart [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: well i am the one who started this thread. and sorry for that i am. Hi Carey! Don't worry about it ... it's just the Internet, and some people gripe about everythingcertainly no harm done. There's a wealth of good info and good people on this list, who are glad to help. 73 John PS: A trip through the clear report cover section of Office Max, will net you a variety of blue hues you may find useful in re-tinting the dial glow on your Drake lines. The cost of fifty cents for a lifetime supply is also attactive.No minimum purchase required! -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] TR4 wouldn't load
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Garey, This has been my experience as well (in multiple Drake transmitters). John K5MO At 02:13 PM 11/8/2007, Garey Barrell wrote: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Ron - The 6GJ5 is the ONE substitute that I have found to work just fine in all the four series transmitters. It is an _identical_ tube to the 6JB6 with the single exception of the suppressor grid being tied internally to the cathode in the GJ, while the suppressor grid is brought out to Pin 8 in the JB. Pin 8 is hardwired to ground in all the Drake transmitters, while the cathode is at RF ground and DC ground via the 2 ohm meter shunt resistor. Since the Drake transmitters are Class AB1, grounded cathode finals, there is absolutely no effect on operation of the final stages. The same caveats about brands apply, i.e., some brands will NOT neutralize without modification, but otherwise the GJ works just fine. 73, Garey - K4OAH St Charles, IL Drake 2-B, 4-B C-Line Service Supplement CDs www.k4oah.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If the statement below is correct, that may be part of the problem. The TR4 having 6GJ5 transmit tubes could be your first real problem.The transceiver uses the 6JB6 tube for final tubes, or the 12 volt version in the very old TR4's and TR3's. There is a tendency because of cost and availability to use like replacement tubes, but doing so brings other problems to the table. I have experimented with several so-called 6JB6 replacement tubes, and have found there are no replacement tubes.Granted some substitutes work better than others but none performed well across all the bands as compared to using the 6JB6 tube. Many of the side effects of using substitute tubes include erratic tuning, max output not at resonant plate current dip, neutralization issues on the higher bands, filament string current unbalance, and the list goes on and on.The bottom line the substitute tubes will give you problems, and typically they get worse the higher in frequency you go. If your pulling out your hair fighting a problem like this, just make sure the problem is not being generated by using the wrong tube. Ron Baker / WB4HFN -- Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To the group all who offered assistance I did get it to load up about 1:30 AM this morning Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Garey, Yep all of the filiments on the 6GJ5's were working as I advised, and you accepted as fact. Did get to the problem, my procedures and the antenna relay. Two clean out rounds later with the antenna relay got it (it had already had one) ...had to do a bit of tweaking too. Open frame, little plastic cover that clips on RF choke in the way, and I noted it needed a new SO239 so it got a lot of things done. Right now output is about 120 W but I am probably doing it wrong. Gotta find a local Elmer with Drake experience to go through the tune up procedures with me..until I can get it correct.Beverages offered Carl HibbardWD8NHK(Dayton, OH) -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] From Steve WA7EZB - Parting out Drakes
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Yep, I've seen that guy too. Some people will stoop so low as to pimp working radios just for a buck. Sad, but there's always folks who take a mercenary approach. The best bet is to not buy from the guy, and hope he stews in a sea of chopped up radios. John K5MO At 08:58 PM 11/15/2007, you wrote: Fellow Drake pals I was on our favorite un-auction site looking for a fan for my PS-7 and our favorite collector and seller of collector quality Drake and Collins gear not only had a fan, but was bragging about parting out a working TR-7. I don't know what would make someone who collects or sells vintage radios try and profit more from the parts than a working radio and bragging about it, but it bothered me enough that I had to say something. I have a lot of pride from restoring an old wreck of a vintage Drake radio like many of you do and it is a lot of work. While I am trying to give new life to one of them, this guy is killing them and selling the organs. Sorry for venting, but I really enjoy reading the e-mails and looking at the struggles many of us have trying to restore and use Drake equipment and helping each other. I hope you all know who I am talking about and avoid giving him any credibility by purchasing from him. There, I feel a lot better. Thanks Steve WA7EZB -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
RE: [drakelist] New Drake TR-7 Article - What's Inside The Drake TR-7 Transceiver
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- What a fantastic article! Lot's to study here! Thanks! John K5MO At 07:32 PM 11/16/2007, Ron Baker wrote: It appears the text messaging system is cutting of the last part of the link on to the next line. The link is included here again, but the article is available from the Drake Home Page as well. Ron Link to article: http://www.wb4hfn.com/DRAKE/DrakeArticles/InsideTheTR7/Insid WARNING: The remainder of this message has not been transferred. The estimated size of this message is 12348 bytes. Click on the Retrieve From Server icon above and check mail again to get the whole thing. (If you're reading this in the preview pane, you'll need to open the message to see the icon.) If the Retrieve From Server icon is not showing, then this message is no longer on the server. -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] UPay or ebay help
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Hi Kevin and Howard, Yes, you're right Kevin, about the multiple purchases from the same buyer and its effect on Ebay feedback. Howard, I think you'll find that most folks on this list (like in any population) enjoy Ebay, although like any form of sales, it has its plusses and minuses! John K5MO KBG Luxford [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: KBG Luxford [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Howard, I think that you will find that where a buyer makes multiple purchases from the same seller, only one feedback from that buyer gets counted in the total feedback score. So a buyer may have had 8000 sales from customers who gave positive feedback, but if some customers made multiple purchases so that there were only 5000 individual customers then, assuming no negative or neutral feedback, the maximum score would be 5000. 73 Kevin VK3DAP / ZL2DAP Howard Traxler wrote: Howard Traxler [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Could someone out there please give me a hand understanding this thing? Since you folks don't seem to like ebay, maybe someone could write off-list to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks. I am watching a Drake AC-4 being sold by Radio Mart (whom you have mentioned before). After his name, I see the number 5909 then it says Feedback score is 5,000 to 9,999) This would indicate to me that his rating is very low in that range. But then it says Member is a PowerSeller Feedback: 97.6% Positive 'tseems to me that in a range (rough) of 5000 to 1, 6000 would be about 20%. but if they say 97%, ??? I'm looking for an AC-4, so I would bid on this thing; but reading stuff here on the list makes me want to shy away a bit. Can somebody suggest what I should think? Thanks a whole lot. 73, DE Howard, WA9RYF -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] The L-4 amplifier
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- 3-500z's At 10:51 AM 11/25/2007, you wrote: Howard Traxler [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- does the l-7 have tubes? if so, which ones? WA9RYF - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, November 25, 2007 8:48 AM Subject: Re: [drakelist] The L-4 amplifier : : [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang : -- : Hi Howard, : : I restored an old L-4 a few years ago. Nice amp but it does not have : 160 on it ... the reason I gave it up. L-7 does have 160 though : : 73, Mike WA5POK : : On 25 Nov 2007 at 7:08, Howard Traxler wrote: : : : Howard Traxler [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang : -- : Hi all, : I've been looking for an L-4 amp. Now I met someone on the air who is : running one. He says it does not cover 160 meters. Is that correct? Must : I rethink my search for an amp? boo hoo : : 73, de Howard, WA9RYF : : : -- : Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] : Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body : Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message : Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net : -- : : : : -- : Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] : Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body : Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message : Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net : -- : : : -- : No virus found in this incoming message. : Checked by AVG Free Edition. : Version: 7.5.503 / Virus Database: 269.16.6/1150 - Release Date: 11/24/2007 5:58 PM : : -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] The L-4 amplifier
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- OOPS! L4, may have 3-400zs! At 10:51 AM 11/25/2007, you wrote: Howard Traxler [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- does the l-7 have tubes? if so, which ones? WA9RYF - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, November 25, 2007 8:48 AM Subject: Re: [drakelist] The L-4 amplifier : : [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang : -- : Hi Howard, : : I restored an old L-4 a few years ago. Nice amp but it does not have : 160 on it ... the reason I gave it up. L-7 does have 160 though : : 73, Mike WA5POK : : On 25 Nov 2007 at 7:08, Howard Traxler wrote: : : : Howard Traxler [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang : -- : Hi all, : I've been looking for an L-4 amp. Now I met someone on the air who is : running one. He says it does not cover 160 meters. Is that correct? Must : I rethink my search for an amp? boo hoo : : 73, de Howard, WA9RYF : : : -- : Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] : Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body : Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message : Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net : -- : : : : -- : Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] : Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body : Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message : Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net : -- : : : -- : No virus found in this incoming message. : Checked by AVG Free Edition. : Version: 7.5.503 / Virus Database: 269.16.6/1150 - Release Date: 11/24/2007 5:58 PM : : -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net -- -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
Re: [drakelist] AC3 Bias
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Sounds like the PA might be oscillating on 20M. Do you have another set of tubes to try, to see if behaves differently? John At 12:52 PM 12/1/2007, you wrote: Thomas Wright [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Garey: What I found taught me a lesson and has me confused. After rechecking the PS, and reconnecting to the TR4C, I realized I hadn't tried bias adjustment on anywhere other than 20m. The bias acts normally on all other bands, but on 14Mhz, the bias won't go below .25 amp, the rf tune control has no effect on output, the plate current won't dip, and when the mode switch is ccw, as on LSB, the PA output is still high. This has me totally confused. The rig acts correctly on all other bandseven gives me 140 watts on 28Mhz. Any ideas? Tom - Original Message - From: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 30, 2007 3:47 PM Subject: Re: [drakelist] AC3 Bias Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Tom - OK. The specified load for the Bias supply is ~ 30k, so a load of this value would emulate the load of the transceiver. The bias goes to the PA via the _middle_ feedthrough on the side of the PA shield under the chassis. These feedthroughs are fragile and easily cracked if too much force is applied to the terminals. The other points in the transceiver that are tied to the Bias supply are all very high impedance, so a short on one of those is unlikely to cause as big a difference as you are seeing. Another unlikely fault would be a Grid-Cathode short in one of the final tubes. 73, Garey - K4OAH Glen Allen, VA Drake 2-B, 4-B C-Line Service Supplement CDs www.k4oah.com Thomas Wright wrote: Thomas Wright [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Garey: I measured the bias while disconnected from the transceiver, and when swinging the pot from stop to stop it seemed to vary the minus voltage linearly with no spikes, but of course the Fluke may dampen such a spike if it's a fast one. I'm thinking it may be one of the two resistors opening up under heat or current (6.8K and 10K). The pot measures correct resistance from one end to the other. When connected to the rig the current was either very low or very high, but when disconnected, the voltage seems vernier as it should. I thought that -52 volts or so may be too high a bias voltage, especially if that's as low as it will go. Thanks for you continued help. Tom - Original Message - From: Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 30, 2007 3:13 PM Subject: Re: [drakelist] AC3 Bias Garey Barrell [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Thomas - I just re-read your message.. If the IDLE current is either Zero or 0.4A, with little adjustment, I'd suspect the potentiometer has a break or bad spot on the resistive element. That behavior indicates that the Bias voltage is either some high value, such as 70-80 Negative volts, cutting the final tubes off completely, or somewhere around 30-40 Negative volts, allowing some 400 ma of idle current, depending upon which side of the break the wiper is on. 73, Garey - K4OAH Glen Allen, VA Drake 2-B, 4-B C-Line Service Supplement CDs www.k4oah.com Thomas Wright wrote: Maybe you guys can direct me a little. My AC3 has been showing signs of bad caps, especially in the bias section ( one of the bias caps measured at 700MFD). I replaced all the caps in all sections, using 33MFD 160 volt caps in the bias section, and while I was there did the diodes. After reassembly the bias was adjustable from 41 or so to 80 volts. TR-4C was running well. Today after operating for an hour or so, the transmitter started to show very high plate current, so I checked the bias and found that it was either zero or above .4 amps, without much adjustment between the two, and of course when higher the xmit relay was engaging. Reducing xmit gain would not reduce the plate current. I measured the voltage at the plug and the bias is now only adjustable from 52 to 94 volts, which I think is too high. There's not much else to replace in the AC3 except the bias pot and two resistors, both of which measure within tolerance statically. Any thoughts? -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED
Re: [drakelist] WTB: L-7 Amplifier
john [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- My L7 and power supply arrived in the original packing boxes (it was only used for 2 hours before the original owners phone started ringing with TVI complaints, then was put back in closet for 20 yrs) via United Package Smashers with no damage. After all... Drake shipped 'em! :-) John K5MO At 10:32 AM 12/7/2007, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jim, If packed properly an L-7 can survive even the shippers mistreatment.? Tubes should be removed and packed alone.? I've rebuilt a number of supplies (L7 and L4B) and a non-working supply can be reworked, transformer failure being an expensive replacement.? Good luck with your search.? I enjoy the L7 and L4B. 73, Evan -Original Message- From: Jim DiMauro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Drakelist [EMAIL PROTECTED] WARNING: The remainder of this message has not been transferred. The estimated size of this message is 8301 bytes. Click on the Retrieve From Server icon above and check mail again to get the whole thing. (If you're reading this in the preview pane, you'll need to open the message to see the icon.) If the Retrieve From Server icon is not showing, then this message is no longer on the server. -- Submissions:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - unsubscribe drakelist in body Hopelessly Lost:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - help in body of message Zerobeat Web Page: www.zerobeat.net - sponsored by www.tlchost.net --
