keying a pdx 400
just wondering is it possible to key up a pdx 400 with the key jack on the back side? it would be convient for me to key with a hand or foot switch like some heathkits and such,,,,has any one ever done...
View ArticleSSB Traffic
I'm in the market for a new radio and was wondering if it is worth spending the extra money for one with SSB is worth it. Do alot of people talk on SSB. Thanks
View ArticleDx2547 power supply issues
Hello guys when I turn off the radio I get a loud hum on my power supply any help ? thanks
View ArticleNo ssb, or anything being heard.
Am i crazy, I don't receive any ssb or anything else except for local. That's on my base station and mobile. Is this common?
View ArticleOld SBE Console II 23 channel, freq. expansion
Hello, first post, I have 2 mint SBE radios I picked up about 10 years ago, both work fine. Was wondering if there is a way to get channels 24-40 or at least 35-40? I had this same radio as a teenager...
View ArticleCbTricks.com FORUM - MEMBERS
Been a member of cbrricks for years. I normally log on quite often. However, not logged on for probably 3-6 months. Now I can't. It says database error. Please don't respond with random guesses. 1.Is...
View ArticleIntresting find
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Ca...100248?hash=item2f2057fd18:g:jn8AAOSwL~FbdvNL
View ArticleCBC INTERNATIONAL question
Has anyone been able to contact Lou Franklin at CBC INTERNATIONAL? I know there has been medical problems there but I emailed 6-8 times and got 1 response in the past 2 weeks. I also faxed him and sent...
View ArticleLOW PASS FILTER
Can anyone recommend a 1 kw (minimum) low pass filter? I would rather not buy a used one. There are several Nye Viking, Drake, EF johnson's available on eBay (cheap all untested,) but I'm of the belief...
View ArticleMeter difference question
Ok I had a "tech" work on 2 of my radios. I can say he did lower the dead key on both units however he showed me on a Dorsy meter that my Galaxy dx 77 hml was supposed to be swinging 50 watts and my...
View Article360014B Board question Galaxy
On a newer Galaxy radio 360014B bord what does TR 49, 50 and 51 modulation amplifiers do besides amplify AM modulation? Thanks.
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Sanyo RP-8880 repair?
Hi everyone. NewB here. I have a Sanyo RP-8880 SW receiver that is dead on all the SW bands SW-1 through SW-5. It does seems to receive AM (MW), MB, LW fine. FM works too but tuning meter does not...
View ArticleMade in Chicom
Found this interesting. Maybe they'll make 'em in another 3rd world sh1thole that isn't at war with us. https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-chicago-cedar-electronics-tariffs-20180923-story,amp.html
View ArticleCan anyone identify this insulating material please?
Its a thermal insulator for a car amp, paper thin. Anyone know what its called? View attachment 25449
View ArticleMatching EKL ERF2030 Transistors?? HOW
I was watching a video of how important it is to use a matched set of mosfet transistors in a radio. So I got to thinking what is this guy talking about? How can you match a transistor that when put on...
View ArticleCobra 2000 freq reads 35 mhz on key up
Hi folks, need help on this please. I have a 2000girl on the bench that displays the correct freq on rx but changes to 35 mhz when keyed. I have a sencore sc3100 scope with built in freq counter which...
View Articlecobra 29 phillipines model and Taiwan model
This is something I have been wanting to know for a while.is there any difference on the Philly model from the Taiwan model and what are those differences. I have a Taiwan model and I have acquired a...
View ArticleCobra 25 LTD CLassic - 0.2 watt output, no audio
Hi all, I have a mid-90s 25 LTD classic, with the mic jack on the side, and I'm having trouble tracking down its issue. I got this in a garage sale radio box, so no losses if nothing more comes from...
View ArticleExcellent Condition??
2x4 Xforce I count 3 different batch #s of 2879s in the 4 pill section and 2 different batch #s in the 2 pill section. Obviously blown up a few times....
View ArticleRebuild the Stellar Turner +3 Microphone
The Tuner +3 is a fine microphone for communications. Besides being amplified, it has an audio compressor inside that makes for louder average modulation without over-modulating your radio. This...
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