Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Fwd: K1VR on the Amateur Radio Parity Act

2017-08-09 Thread Jeffery MacMillian via BVARC
The FCC won't need to enforce anything. This will all be driven by the HOA's who already have people periodically reviewing your property for violations. This is a Be Careful what you wish for moment in which some hams maybe able to get something in the Air, but all will be subject to the HOA

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Fwd: K1VR on the Amateur Radio Parity Act

2017-08-09 Thread Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC
Thanks, Curt. You can bet very few of the board members live in HOA communities and do not understand the problems they are trying to fix. Allen R. Brier N5XZ 1515 Windloch Lane Richmond, Texas 77406-2553 (281) 342-1882 (Home) (713) 705-4801 (Cell) From: Curt Fletcher

Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Fwd: K1VR on the Amateur Radio Parity Act

2017-08-09 Thread Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC
No, it’s ok because K5UR will not suffer the consequences. He’ll just say: “I told you so!” or “It’s the best we could do” while he enjoys the nice antenna farm at ARRL HQ. BTW, have you looked has his DXCC, DXCC Challenge, WAZ, GRID, etc. numbers on QRZ.com? He didn’t get those numbers in an

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC
Someone passed me this link: http://www.qsl.net/co8tw/Coax_Calculator.htm and as long as we are talking coax: I have some RG-8 which is Belden 9913F7. They tell me that this can be considered 'Hollow core' because of a spiral winding about the center conductor, and that special caution must

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread SETX Telecom via BVARC
I would not use 8X for any feedline..not bad for a double bazooka antenna though lol I prefer Heliax myself...the superflex type is great for a lot of things..and can bend a lot better than regular Heliax...with better loss than LMR and no shield movement noise ..which really is a pain in

Re: [BVARC] HAM RADIO EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: TOWERS, ANTENNAE, TEST EQUIP., MISC ITEMS

2017-08-09 Thread SETX Telecom via BVARC
Tnx Sam!! K5PFE usually has some 25G for sale as well...Robert takes down towers on a regular basis... ;) Chris WB5ITT On Aug 9, 2017 4:41 PM, "Sam Neal via BVARC" wrote: > Chris, > I just sent it to the much smaller Sam Houston Amateur Radio Klub group in > Cleveland. They

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread gmuller885 via BVARC
Gayle    I have nothing but lmr400 ultra flex. It handles 1.5 kw+ which is great when you upgrade your class and antenna and rig with an AMP. My first vert was with lmr400 ultra flex and that cable is still in use after 10 yrs.  JERRY Muller. K9GEM Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S8+, an AT 4G LTE

Re: [BVARC] HAM RADIO EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: TOWERS, ANTENNAE, TEST EQUIP., MISC ITEMS

2017-08-09 Thread Sam Neal via BVARC
Chris, I just sent it to the much smaller Sam Houston Amateur Radio Klub group in Cleveland. They seem to have a thirst for 25-G right now. Sam N5AF +++ -- Original Message -- Received: Wed, 09 Aug 2017 04:06:34 PM CDT From: SETX Telecom via BVARC

Re: [BVARC] Icom 7300

2017-08-09 Thread Gayle Dotts via BVARC
So far my antennas are: ALpha Delta DX EE up 30 feet. 4BTV on a 10 foot wood pole with (6) 1/2" dia. alum tube radials cut legnth for 10m. Myantennas 4010 longwire antenna up 25 feet On Wed, Aug 9, 2017 at 3:40 PM, Scott Royall via BVARC wrote: > Alpha Delta LB up about 28’,

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread Gayle Dotts via BVARC
So bottom line. yes! For a little bit more in financial expense on the LMR400 cable from RG8x you will noticeably benefit in increased receiving ability as well as transmiting from the upgrade. thanks. On Wed, Aug 9, 2017 at 11:55 AM, Gayle Dotts wrote: > For use in

Re: [BVARC] HAM RADIO EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: TOWERS, ANTENNAE, TEST EQUIP., MISC ITEMS

2017-08-09 Thread SETX Telecom via BVARC
I just fwded it to TDXS and SETXHAM list Chris WB5ITT On Aug 9, 2017 3:47 PM, "Bill Green via BVARC" wrote: > I HAVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS NOW SURPLUS TO MY NEEDS: > > 1. ROHN 25G 10’ TOWER SECTIONS – ALL GOOD GALVANIZE AS FOLLOWS > 2 TEN FOOT STRAIGHT SECTIONS >

[BVARC] HAM RADIO EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: TOWERS, ANTENNAE, TEST EQUIP., MISC ITEMS

2017-08-09 Thread Bill Green via BVARC
I HAVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS NOW SURPLUS TO MY NEEDS: 1. ROHN 25G 10’ TOWER SECTIONS – ALL GOOD GALVANIZE AS FOLLOWS 2 TEN FOOT STRAIGHT SECTIONS 1 TEN FOOT TOP SECTION W/ ATTACHED CABLE WENCH- $ 95 THE 3 SECTIONS ARE ON THE GROUND READY TO BE LOADED 2.HP

[BVARC] CDM 1550 UHF

2017-08-09 Thread Jo Keener via BVARC
Motorola CDM UHF 16 chs ) John: The radio does have problems. I was unable to read the rig. Turned it off and again would not power up. Will bring it to meeting Thursday, so you can drop kick it. Jo.L. ___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

Re: [BVARC] Icom 7300

2017-08-09 Thread Scott Royall via BVARC
Alpha Delta LB up about 28’, backup is a G5RV around 15’. From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Gayle Dotts via BVARC Sent: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 9:37 To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Cc: Gayle Dotts Subject: Re: [BVARC]

[BVARC] Ice Cream social

2017-08-09 Thread Scott Medbury via BVARC
I have had an overwhelming response to my email blast last night We should be pretty well fixed up for tomorrow night. Scott KD5FBA Scott Medbury KD5FBA 16802 Aprilmont Drive Sugar Land, TX 77498-1941 ___ BVARC mailing list

Re: [BVARC] Icom 7300

2017-08-09 Thread Rick Hiller via BVARC
Paul, Get that skyhook up. You have lots of HF privileges as a Tech. 80,40,15 and 10. Have at it RH Sent from my i-Thingamajig > On Aug 9, 2017, at 8:54 AM, GMuller885--- via BVARC wrote: > > Welcome Paul > I also have heard that the 7300 is a great unit for the

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread Ravi Patrick Ratnala via BVARC
I use LMR400 Ultraflex for all permanent installs (i.e., not "portable"). My rationale is, it's a capital expenditure that you only shell out for once, it's not THAT much more than cheaper options, and I can always repurpose it for just about any other application (V/U, e.g.) down the road. I

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread Rick Hiller via BVARC
Spec says .7 db at 30 megs. Not too shabby. Worth it? Heck yes! RH Sent from my i-Thingamajig > On Aug 9, 2017, at 11:55 AM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC wrote: > > For use in HF at 28.000 Mhz frequency, length 75-100 feet, is LMR400 cable > worth it for better RX/TX

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread Gary Sitton via BVARC
Gayle: The loss of RG213 cable is only about 1 dB (10%) per 100 ft. at 30 MHz. LMR400 would only be about 1/2 that loss, so I really go with the 213 and wouldn't worry too much about it. 73s, Gary Sitton, K5AMH gasit...@comcast.net On 8/9/2017 11:55, Gayle Dotts via BVARC wrote: For use

Re: [BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread Paul Noll via BVARC
You will have a good bit less loss with the LMR-400 feedline. Paul Noll KG5MHD Love your pets, they want and deserve it !!! > On Aug 9, 2017, at 11:55 AM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC wrote: > > For use in HF at 28.000 Mhz frequency, length 75-100 feet, is LMR400 cable > worth it

Re: [BVARC] Icom 7300

2017-08-09 Thread Paul Noll via BVARC
DXE-2010 antenna as soon as I can get it set up and tuned. Paul Noll KG5MHD Love your pets, they want and deserve it !!! > On Aug 9, 2017, at 9:37 AM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC wrote: > > What antennas are you guys using? > >> On Tue, Aug 8, 2017 at 8:24 PM, Gayle Dotts

[BVARC] Coax cable question

2017-08-09 Thread Gayle Dotts via BVARC
For use in HF at 28.000 Mhz frequency, length 75-100 feet, is LMR400 cable worth it for better RX/TX attenuation? ___ BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com

Re: [BVARC] Icom 7300

2017-08-09 Thread Gayle Dotts via BVARC
What antennas are you guys using? On Tue, Aug 8, 2017 at 8:24 PM, Gayle Dotts wrote: > Have had my Icom 7300 for about 4 months and love everything about it! > Clear, great menus and totally enjoy "up scope" for sighting in contact > targets. Are there any other BVARC

Re: [BVARC] Icom 7300

2017-08-09 Thread GMuller885--- via BVARC
Welcome Paul I also have heard that the 7300 is a great unit for the price. Icom calls it entry level but I talked to the ARRL lab guys and they said it is a GAME CHANGER. It is easy to use and for an SDR it leaves little if anything to be desired. The filters are fantastic. That is from

Re: [BVARC] Ice Cream Social

2017-08-09 Thread Scott Medbury via BVARC
Jon, M would be great. Reese's are covered. Thanks, Scott KD5FBA Sent from my Verizon 4G LTE Droid On Aug 9, 2017 3:51 AM, Jon Noxon via BVARC wrote: > > What would you like me to bring (be specific)? > > Jon > > On Tue, Aug 8, 2017 at 11:00 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC

Re: [BVARC] Ice Cream Social

2017-08-09 Thread Scott Medbury via BVARC
Keith, Excellent! Thanks, Scott KD5FBA Sent from my Verizon 4G LTE Droid On Aug 9, 2017 3:51 AM, ke5ith via BVARC wrote: > > Scott I will bring some reces pieces.  > > Keith > Ke5ith > Keep a song in your heart and a smile on your face.  > > On Aug 8, 2017, at 23:00, Scott

Re: [BVARC] Ice Cream Social

2017-08-09 Thread ke5ith via BVARC
Scott I will bring some reces pieces. Keith Ke5ith Keep a song in your heart and a smile on your face. > On Aug 8, 2017, at 23:00, Scott Medbury via BVARC wrote: > > The silence is deafening! > > So far I have not heard a word from ANYONE who might be bringing accessories

Re: [BVARC] Ice Cream Social

2017-08-09 Thread Jon Noxon via BVARC
What would you like me to bring (be specific)? Jon On Tue, Aug 8, 2017 at 11:00 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC wrote: > The silence is deafening! > > > > So far I have not heard a word from ANYONE who might be bringing > accessories for ice cream… > > M, sprinkles or anything