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AGreyMan



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Hi Folks:

Please join me in welcoming Squirrel "Phantom" to both preparedness and amateur radio.

I have assisted in my own feeble way his efforts to become more self-reliant, and also badgered him into taking the local "Tech in a day" class, though it meant considerable travel for him. I have loaned him my "brick" HTX-202, and away he goes!

Welcome Phantom, KC0*** de KB9***
Cincinnatus
Elder States Squirrel


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where is he? Welcome. That old brick is a good radio , it should work well.
Phantom
Squirrel


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Thanks for the motovation and the encouragement AGM.

As I said prior, I can't reach the repeater so hopefully I will get that j-pole built this weekend. Can't wait to talk to some one! The air waves will never be the same again or I will never be the same again.
ProGlock
1 Acorn Squirrel


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Greetings and welcome to possibly the best communication method should the SHTF.

What band is the repeater you're trying to reach on? About what distance?
Phantom
Squirrel


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Paul Parkway Transmit Site
Output frequency 146.670MHz
Transmitter output power 100 watts
Antenna ERP ~350 watts
Output CTCSS (or PL) 114.8 Hz
Antenna high above average ground level ~180 feet
Paul Parkway Receive Site
Current status On Line
Input frequency 146.070MHz
Input CTCSS (or PL) 114.8Hz
Antenna high above average ground level ~180 feet

It is about 20 or so miles. I think I will hit it with a better antenna.
ProGlock
1 Acorn Squirrel


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I think even in many urban areas that are pretty crowded, you should be able to hit that repeater with about 10 watts even with a small mobile antenna of 1/4 wavelength.

Keep trying. That's one of the more satisfying things about the hobby...you know there's a repeater out there you think you can hit and when you do, that's when you know you're gettin' it right! [Thumbs]
AGreyMan



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So, how goes the J-pole battle? Have a QSO yet?

Stay Safe,
AGreyMan
Phantom
Squirrel


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Not yet. Going to save big big money at menards tonight and get my pipe. At least thats my plan. Have to work in the a.m. so time wil be tight tomorrow to get anything done.

The more I think about it I should buy an antenna. [Thumbs]
PluckyPleco
Flying Squirrel


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Twin lead j-pole

This is a REALLY cheap and easy way to check if that antenna will help you getting into the repeater.

If the twin lead j-pole gets the trick done, then spend more time and money to build your antenna out of pipe.

Plec
Phantom
Squirrel


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Thanks for the plans. I'll give it a try as soon as time allows.

I'm in the beginning stages of buying a house. [Eek!]
Nevadablue
Elder States Squirrel


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Welcome!
gary in ohio
1 Acorn Squirrel


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The twin lead Jpole is a easy project and its a great prep antenna. Small, carry anywhere, almost no weight. Works reasonable well, You can hoist it up higher with a little cord and a tree branch.
journeyman
Squirrel


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Sorry Phantom That I have not said CONGRATS sooner. Welcome to World Wide Of communications. Hope to here you on the bands. KA5***
rod
Flying Squirrel


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Welcome Phantom to the world of HAM radio and Frugals. You should put a 3 element yagi on your list as well for a cheap beam. I think DaExtreme just posted some yagi info around here. There is more info on the internet, just a search away.
PluckyPleco
Flying Squirrel


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quote:
Originally posted by journeyman:
Sorry Phantom That I have not said CONGRATS sooner.
Here too. Congrats!

Plec
   

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