Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!

[Scott Medbury via BVARC]

I plan to take care of GOTA duties and I'm sure my daughter, Kelli KG5QJE will 
help wherever needed.

Scott KD5FBA

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On Feb 23, 2017 2:05 PM, Bill Dillon via BVARC  wrote:
>
> I can help again on phone, and will do a Satellite contact (like I did last 
> year).
>
> 73 de Bill, KG5FQX
>
> On Thu, Feb 23, 2017 at 12:11 AM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC 
>  wrote:
>>
>> I know it’s only February but I have been tasked with recruiting operators 
>> for Field Day this year. Not just CW but also Phone and Data (RTTY/PSK). If 
>> you are interested in joining the team, please let me know. Whether you are 
>> an experienced pro or a newbie who wants to learn about contesting, it 
>> doesn’t matter. We have room for everybody. Last year we were short on SSB 
>> and RTTY operators…I don’t want that to happen again!
>>
>>  
>>
>> This year we are going to have two brand new tribanders and a brand new 
>> “Forty Shorty” 2-el 40M beam. So we will have a tribander for every mode, 
>> and two 40 meter beams! The man lifts will be there again as antenna 
>> supports. For the GOTA station, we will have a SteppIR vertical.
>>
>>  
>>
>> Our goal is to get back into the top ten this year. Please join us! Let me 
>> know if you would like to operate.
>>
>>  
>>
>> Allen R. Brier N5XZ
>>
>> 1515 Windloch Lane
>>
>> Richmond, Texas 77406-2553
>>
>> (281) 342-1882 (Home)
>>
>> (713) 705-4801 (Cell)
>>
>>  
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Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!

[Larry Martin via BVARC]

ditto ssb ph... (but no di dahs)


Larry K5ear


-Original Message-
From: JP Pritchard via BVARC 
To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' 
Cc: JP Pritchard 
Sent: Thu, Feb 23, 2017 2:10 pm
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!



I will participate as an SSB operator.
 
JP Pritchard
KG3JPP



From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Bill Dillon via BVARC
Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 2:05 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Cc: Bill Dillon; e...@w5eco.org; Allen Brier N5XZ; tdxs-l...@tdxs.net
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!



I can help again on phone, and will do a Satellite contact (like I did last 
year).


73 de Bill, KG5FQX



On Thu, Feb 23, 2017 at 12:11 AM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC  
wrote:

  
  
  
I know it’s only February but I have been tasked with   recruiting operators 
for Field Day this year. Not just CW but also Phone and   Data (RTTY/PSK). If 
you are interested in joining the team, please let me   know. Whether you are 
an experienced pro or a newbie who wants to learn about   contesting, it 
doesn’t matter. We have room for everybody. Last year we were   short on SSB 
and RTTY operators…I don’t want that to happen   again!
  
 
  
This year we are going to have two brand new tribanders and   a brand new 
“Forty Shorty” 2-el 40M beam. So we will have a tribander for   every mode, and 
two 40 meter beams! The man lifts will be there again as   antenna supports. 
For the GOTA station, we will have a SteppIR vertical.   
  
 
  
Our goal is to get back into the top ten this year. Please   join us! Let me 
know if you would like to operate.
  
 
  
Allen R. Brier N5XZ
  
1515 Windloch Lane
  
Richmond, Texas 77406-2553
  
(281) 342-1882 (Home)
  
(713) 705-4801 (Cell)
  
 


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Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!

[JP Pritchard via BVARC]

I will participate as an SSB operator.
 
JP Pritchard
KG3JPP

  _  

From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Bill Dillon via
BVARC
Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 2:05 PM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Cc: Bill Dillon; e...@w5eco.org; Allen Brier N5XZ; tdxs-l...@tdxs.net
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!


I can help again on phone, and will do a Satellite contact (like I did last
year). 

73 de Bill, KG5FQX

On Thu, Feb 23, 2017 at 12:11 AM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC
 wrote:


I know it's only February but I have been tasked with recruiting operators
for Field Day this year. Not just CW but also Phone and Data (RTTY/PSK). If
you are interested in joining the team, please let me know. Whether you are
an experienced pro or a newbie who wants to learn about contesting, it
doesn't matter. We have room for everybody. Last year we were short on SSB
and RTTY operators.I don't want that to happen again!

 

This year we are going to have two brand new tribanders and a brand new
"Forty Shorty" 2-el 40M beam. So we will have a tribander for every mode,
and two 40 meter beams! The man lifts will be there again as antenna
supports. For the GOTA station, we will have a SteppIR vertical. 

 

Our goal is to get back into the top ten this year. Please join us! Let me
know if you would like to operate.

 

Allen R. Brier N5XZ

1515 Windloch Lane

Richmond, Texas 77406-2553

(281) 342-1882   (Home)

(713) 705-4801   (Cell)

 


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Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!

[Bill Dillon via BVARC]

I can help again on phone, and will do a Satellite contact (like I did last
year).

73 de Bill, KG5FQX

On Thu, Feb 23, 2017 at 12:11 AM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC <
bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:

> I know it’s only February but I have been tasked with recruiting operators
> for Field Day this year. Not just CW but also Phone and Data (RTTY/PSK). If
> you are interested in joining the team, please let me know. Whether you are
> an experienced pro or a newbie who wants to learn about contesting, it
> doesn’t matter. We have room for everybody. Last year we were short on SSB
> and RTTY operators…I don’t want that to happen again!
>
>
>
> This year we are going to have two brand new tribanders and a brand new
> “Forty Shorty” 2-el 40M beam. So we will have a tribander for every mode,
> and two 40 meter beams! The man lifts will be there again as antenna
> supports. For the GOTA station, we will have a SteppIR vertical.
>
>
>
> Our goal is to get back into the top ten this year. Please join us! Let me
> know if you would like to operate.
>
>
>
> Allen R. Brier N5XZ
>
> 1515 Windloch Lane
>
> Richmond, Texas 77406-2553
>
> (281) 342-1882 (Home)
>
> (713) 705-4801 (Cell)
>
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Re: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight ( Frequency ) 19:30 CT 2/23/17

[Jo Keener via BVARC]

For FYI the pl tone is not disabled but echo link is ok with me and I have
the repeaters owner for this to happen.
Jo.L.

On Thu, Feb 23, 2017 at 9:56 AM, Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC <
bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:

> The frequency should be 146.94 with the standard offset.
> The sub-audible tone may or may not be enabled. The information is listed
> in the ARRL call book as well as the website listed below.
> For echo-link operation, it would be necessary to have the appropriate
> DTMF code for access, and the permission of Net Control.
> Since net control would be Mr. Jo Keener, KE7NSB- I would suggest a visit
> to www.bvarc.org and a look at the membership list for his contact
> information- followed by a personal e-mail and telephone call with that
> question. If the normal repeater sub-audible tone is disabled, the
> echo-link access from another machine may also be disabled...
>
> This message is re-posted so as not to be 'covered' by a message re-posted
> about paint and antennas.
>
> 73 KB0MNM
>
>
> --
> *From: *"Gary Sitton via BVARC" 
> *To: *bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Cc: *"Gary Sitton" 
> *Sent: *Thursday, February 23, 2017 9:04:56 AM
> *Subject: *Re: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight
>
> Can I use EchoLink and get on that way?
> I have a friend who's interested also.
>
> 73s,
> Gary Sitton, K5AMH
> gasit...@comcast.net
>
>
> On 2/23/2017 08:45, John Westerlage via BVARC wrote:
>
>
> What freq ?
>
> vy 73, John, N5DWI
>
>  Original Message 
> Subject: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight
> From: Jo Keener via BVARC 
>
> The gun net will start up at 7:30 pm.
>
> Open discussion on guns, firearms and any thing else you like.
>
> Jo.L. Keener
> KE7NSB
>
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Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!

[Scott Medbury via BVARC]

KK5W will be the primary call. W5DX will be GOTA.

Scott KD5FBA

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On Feb 23, 2017 10:02 AM, Chris Boone via BVARC  wrote:
>
> I’m available for FD…..CW and SSB….plus don’t forget the additional points 
> for Sat work…
>
> What call will be used?
>
>  
>
> Chris
>
> WB5ITT
>
>  
>
>  
>
>  
>
>  
>
> From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Allen Brier N5XZ 
> via BVARC
> Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 12:11 AM
> To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' ; tdxs-l...@tdxs.net; 
> e...@w5eco.org
> Cc: Allen Brier N5XZ 
> Subject: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!
>
>  
>
> I know it’s only February but I have been tasked with recruiting operators 
> for Field Day this year. Not just CW but also Phone and Data (RTTY/PSK). If 
> you are interested in joining the team, please let me know. Whether you are 
> an experienced pro or a newbie who wants to learn about contesting, it 
> doesn’t matter. We have room for everybody. Last year we were short on SSB 
> and RTTY operators…I don’t want that to happen again!
>
>  
>
> This year we are going to have two brand new tribanders and a brand new 
> “Forty Shorty” 2-el 40M beam. So we will have a tribander for every mode, and 
> two 40 meter beams! The man lifts will be there again as antenna supports. 
> For the GOTA station, we will have a SteppIR vertical.
>
>  
>
> Our goal is to get back into the top ten this year. Please join us! Let me 
> know if you would like to operate.
>
>  
>
> Allen R. Brier N5XZ
>
> 1515 Windloch Lane
>
> Richmond, Texas 77406-2553
>
> (281) 342-1882 (Home)
>
> (713) 705-4801 (Cell)
>
>  
>
> 
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Re: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!

[Chris Boone via BVARC]

I'm available for FD.CW and SSBplus don't forget the additional points 
for Sat work...
What call will be used?

Chris
WB5ITT




From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Allen Brier N5XZ via 
BVARC
Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 12:11 AM
To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' ; tdxs-l...@tdxs.net; 
e...@w5eco.org
Cc: Allen Brier N5XZ 
Subject: [BVARC] Field Day Operators needed!

I know it's only February but I have been tasked with recruiting operators for 
Field Day this year. Not just CW but also Phone and Data (RTTY/PSK). If you are 
interested in joining the team, please let me know. Whether you are an 
experienced pro or a newbie who wants to learn about contesting, it doesn't 
matter. We have room for everybody. Last year we were short on SSB and RTTY 
operators...I don't want that to happen again!

This year we are going to have two brand new tribanders and a brand new "Forty 
Shorty" 2-el 40M beam. So we will have a tribander for every mode, and two 40 
meter beams! The man lifts will be there again as antenna supports. For the 
GOTA station, we will have a SteppIR vertical.

Our goal is to get back into the top ten this year. Please join us! Let me know 
if you would like to operate.

Allen R. Brier N5XZ
1515 Windloch Lane
Richmond, Texas 77406-2553
(281) 342-1882 (Home)
(713) 705-4801 (Cell)


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Re: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight ( Frequency ) 19:30 CT 2/23/17

[Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC]

The frequency should be 146.94 with the standard offset. 
The sub-audible tone may or may not be enabled. The information is listed in 
the ARRL call book as well as the website listed below. 
For echo-link operation, it would be necessary to have the appropriate DTMF 
code for access, and the permission of Net Control. 
Since net control would be Mr. Jo Keener, KE7NSB- I would suggest a visit to 
www.bvarc.org and a look at the membership list for his contact information- 
followed by a personal e-mail and telephone call with that question. If the 
normal repeater sub-audible tone is disabled, the echo-link access from another 
machine may also be disabled... 

This message is re-posted so as not to be 'covered' by a message re-posted 
about paint and antennas. 

73 KB0MNM 


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From: "Gary Sitton via BVARC"  
To: bvarc@bvarc.org 
Cc: "Gary Sitton"  
Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 9:04:56 AM 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight 

Can I use EchoLink and get on that way? 
I have a friend who's interested also. 

73s, 
Gary Sitton, K5AMH 
gasit...@comcast.net 


On 2/23/2017 08:45, John Westerlage via BVARC wrote: 




What freq ? 

vy 73, John, N5DWI 




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Subject: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight 
From: Jo Keener via BVARC < bvarc@bvarc.org > 

The gun net will start up at 7:30 pm. 

Open discussion on guns, firearms and any thing else you like. 

Jo.L. Keener 
KE7NSB 




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Re: [BVARC] Paint and antennas (repost- covered )

[Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC]

( This message was posted earlier, and is re-posted as someone dropped it from 
the 'train' of messages... ) The other, newer message train should also be 
re-posted regarding tonight's Gun Net. 

Guys & Gals: 
I will first echo what was said about metallic-flake paints, lead-based paints, 
etc. because increasing the physical diameter of a rod used in an antenna also 
can increase the bandwidth ( at the expense of gain ). 
For those portions of an antenna where a good electrical connection is wanted, 
the above paints are not exactly right either. The problem is that most metal 
paints actually stick better to slightly corroded surfaces ( as long as they 
are not deeply perforated ) than to bare metal. Accordingly, some use a 
slightly corrosive chemical to make the initial bonding better. In order to get 
a shiny finish, the 'clear' portion usually rises to the top and is 
non-conductive by comparison. So even metallic paints can insulate to some 
degree, even though many older ones have real metal flakes included. 
One solution ( pun not really intended when talking about paints ) would be to 
prepare all the joints with emery cloth, clean the surfaces of any remaining 
grit with a neutral solvent ( eg. rubbing alcohol without the soap used in 
medicinal bottles or lighter fluid ), and apply a conductive 'grease' to those 
surfaces. 
What materials would fit the bill for conductive grease? This varies according 
to what metals are involved. If you are dealing with aluminum, you may wish to 
use the same grease that electricians use for aluminum to copper wires in 
building construction- typically clothes dryers. If you are dealing with an all 
copper ground, you may wish to use a slight amount of "Butter it's Not" (Tm) 
which is basically ground-fine copper and a 'secret' binder. Where lightning is 
concerned, some folks would say that no chemicals should be used ( because a 
thick amount could be propelled by the heat if any water were included ). 
Others might say that a 'Cold Galvanizing' paint would be more appropriate 
because the zinc powder inside is combined with an appropriate binder for 
contact with copper or other metals. Larger two-way radio dealers get that 
paint from industrial chemical and parts supply houses ( eg. Tessco )- which 
may require a minimum purchase. 
Once the intentionally-conductive surfaces ( like the inside and outside mating 
of telescoping antenna tubes ) are coated, any 'non-conductive' paint could be 
used. I would recommend using a quick-dry clear polyurethane prior to a color 
coat, in case the 'camoflage' were to be removed later. 
Disclaimers: 
1. All of the above statements are true to the best of my knowledge, yet I do 
not sell paint for a living. My brother does, but he has not been consulted on 
this and lives over 1,000 miles from Houston. For best results, consult an 
electrician- or- make a sample and test for yourself the conductivity on glass 
of any paint. 
2. Statements made about paints sticking better to corroded surfaces are in my 
experience true, given to me by a Master Electrician who worked for Ford Motor 
at both the Assembly plant and Hydroelectric facility in St. Paul, Mn. While I 
have every reason to believe that this is true, you may wish to again consult a 
paint specialist. 
3. "Gopher Grease" is one name loosely applied to a chemical used for bonding 
aluminum to copper and other metals. Any electrical supply house and most 
larger hardware stores should have this 'conductive' grease on hand. It may 
cost you $15.00 to $65.00 for a small bottle, thus shopping over the Internet 
may save you money. 
4. Do not forget the words of Ralphie's mother in "A Christmas Story(?)", when 
he asked for a BB gun- "You will put your eye out"- this applies to working 
with the sharp ends of antenna tubes. Please wear eye protection ( and nose 
protection ) if you paint with an aerosol can & do so in a well-ventilated 
area. 
. 


Jon L. Livingston, Electronics Technician 

17722 Fieldglen Drive ( SE of FM 529 & Barker Cypress Road ) 

Houston, Texas 77084 




jkli...@comcast.net 




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- Original Message -

From: "Travis Burgess via BVARC"  
To: "BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB"  
Cc: "Travis Burgess"  
Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 9:55:09 PM 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Paint and antennas 



" Just my $.02W5RH" Rick, at the rate of inflation from the time that 
saying was first coined, the current value might $99.98 plus tax, shipping and 
handling. 




Travis 

K5HTB 







- 

No trees were harmed in the production of this message, however, a great many 
electrons were 

terribly inconvenienced. 






From: BVARC  on behalf of Rick Hiller -- W5RH via 
BVARC  
Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 8:50 PM 
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Rick Hiller -- W5RH; Robert Polinski 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Paint and antennas 
I would think that a non-metallic paint used on an elem

Re: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight

[Jo Keener via BVARC]

Tuesday Nights on BVART 146.94
@ 7:30  also if you have a question you can e mail me and will do best to
respond with answer, before net time.

Jo.L.KE7NSB

On Thu, Feb 23, 2017 at 9:04 AM, Gary Sitton via BVARC 
wrote:

> Can I use EchoLink and get on that way?
> I have a friend who's interested also.
>
> 73s,
> Gary Sitton, K5AMH
> gasit...@comcast.net
>
>
> On 2/23/2017 08:45, John Westerlage via BVARC wrote:
>
>
> What freq ?
>
> vy 73, John, N5DWI
>
>  Original Message 
> Subject: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight
> From: Jo Keener via BVARC 
>
> The gun net will start up at 7:30 pm.
>
> Open discussion on guns, firearms and any thing else you like.
>
> Jo.L. Keener
> KE7NSB
>
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Re: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight

[Gary Sitton via BVARC]

Can I use EchoLink and get on that way?
I have a friend who's interested also.

73s,
Gary Sitton, K5AMH
gasit...@comcast.net


On 2/23/2017 08:45, John Westerlage via BVARC wrote:


What freq ?

vy 73, John, N5DWI

 Original Message 
Subject: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight
From: Jo Keener via BVARC mailto:bvarc@bvarc.org>>

The gun net will start up at 7:30 pm.

Open discussion on guns, firearms and any thing else you like.

Jo.L. Keener
KE7NSB



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Re: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight

[John Westerlage via BVARC]

What freq ?vy 73, John, N5DWI Original Message 
Subject: [BVARC] Gun Net tonight
From: Jo Keener via BVARC 
The gun net will start up at 7:30 pm.Open discussion on guns, firearms and any thing else you like.Jo.L. KeenerKE7NSB




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