Re: [BVARC] BVARC General Meeting - Thursday, June 8th - RSVP

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Mike Monsour
Pizza any of the last 3 choices fine, one piece diet soda

On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 3:49 PM Jack Frost via BVARC  wrote:

>  Just myself, kc5jrt (jack). Thanks
>
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> *From:* BVARC  on behalf of Mike Hardwick via
> BVARC 
> *Sent:* Monday, June 5, 2023 3:13:49 PM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* Mike Hardwick 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] BVARC General Meeting - Thursday, June 8th - RSVP
>
> I apologize for getting this out so late. I just got behind on getting
> this notice out.
>
> Hopefully many of you have seen the information upcoming meeting this
> Thursday which will be on Field Day. Kori, WX5KR will be presenting and he
> has a lot of information to tell everyone about.
>
> To make the meeting more enjoyable, we will be serving pizza and soft
> drinks.
>
> I need everyone that will be attending to please send me an RSVP letting
> me know if you are making the meeting and what kind of pizza you would
> like. You can simply respond to this e-mail for your RSVP.
>
> I need to know the following if you would like pizza:
>
> How many people attending?
> How many pieces of pizza (they are large 14" pizza's)
> What kind of pizza? They will be coming from Dominos and your choices
> are:
>
> Extravaganzza
> Buffalo Chicken
> Pacific Veggie
> Wisconsin 6 Cheese
>
> Please send me an RSVP as soon as you can. RSVP's will be accepted up to 6
> pm on Wednesday.
>
> Hope to see you at the meeting.
>
> Mike Hardwick, N5VCX
> President
> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club
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Re: [BVARC] General Meeting May 11th - RSVP for Food

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I will be there
Any diet soda pop please

On Mon, May 8, 2023 at 6:52 PM James Knott via BVARC 
wrote:

> Mike,  BBQ sausage and baked potato please.  Thanks  James  NO8N
>
> On Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 06:58:37 PM CDT, Mike Hardwick via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>
> The BVARC general meeting is coming up in just a few days so I want to
> make sure there is enough food for the members coming out to the meeting. I
> have received a few RSVP's but unfortunately some of them did not indicate
> whether they wanted to eat or not.
>
> So if you would like to have a BBQ baked potato Thursday night, please
> send me an e-mail letting me know. I also need to the people that responded
> earlier to resend their answer. I need to get the answer no later than
> Monday. I did mention earlier about a Wednesday deadline but that will be
> too late for the cooking team to make adjustments to the food purchase. I
> apologize if this caused any convenience with anyone.
>
> I also did not list a full menu so here it is:
>
> Baked Potato
> Your choice of BBQ sausage or BBQ Brisket
> Sour cream
> Cheese
> Bacon Bits
> Chives
> Butter
> Black Beans
>
> There will be chocolate chips cookies and maybe another desert as well.
> And as always, water and soft drinks.
>
> So come on out for a good time at the May11th general meeting for
> information on Museum Ships Weekend, have some good food and something new
> - "ham radio trivial pursuit"!
>
> Mike Hardwick, N5VCX
> President
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Re: [BVARC] Simpson communications tester model 440

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Frequency range from 1,8 to 54 MHz. Available measurements: SWR.
Bi-directional power (10-1,000W). Percentage modulation. Relative field
strength.

A manual seems to be available for $10 or so

On Fri, Apr 21, 2023 at 2:27 PM Amal Phadke KT5AC via BVARC 
wrote:

> Folks,
>
>
>
>I received a Simpson model 440 communications tester (photo
> attached) from another ham but without a manual or any other data. Does
> anyone have any information on it especially its operating frequency range?
> I would like to find out if it can be used at 2m. I tried to use it but the
> power and SWR readings didn’t make sense. So it is possible that it is not
> for 2m. After mostly unsuccessful Google search, I found a mention of 1.8 ~
> 54 MHz frequency range. It would be nice if someone can confirm that. I
> would greatly appreciate it.
>
>
>
> Thanks and 73’
>
>
>
> Amal (KT5AC)
>
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Re: [BVARC] Postal Rates

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

for Scott
I* need to make up a sign.*
*Need money for QSL postage.*

*I have a wheelchair with a missing sidearm One needs a wheelchair to go
begging...*
*Anybody need a wheelchair... gratis ?Contact me via this thread*
*Michael Monsour*

On Mon, Apr 17, 2023 at 1:54 PM Scott Medbury via BVARC 
wrote:

> Lol. Think about how much I could have saved on QSLs in this country and
> the world. Just got 20 bureau cards last week.
>
> I need to make up a sign.
> Need money for QSL postage.
>
> Then find an intersection on HWY 6.
>
> 73 de Scott KD5FBA
>
> On Mon, Apr 17, 2023, 1:19 PM Chris Medlin via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> Hey scott, if you had bought enough forever stamps anytime since 2007,
>> you would technically lock in your postage rate at that price (until you
>> run out). :-)
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Typos brought to you by iPhone
>>
>> > On Apr 16, 2023, at 23:26, Scott Medbury via BVARC 
>> wrote:
>> >
>> > 
>> > It has been announced that first  class postage will  be rising to $.66
>> on July 9th.
>> >
>> > Scott KD5FBA
>> > 
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Re: [BVARC] extra exam.

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I was a trained Electronic Technician . Yes the Extra exam is really
something else. I crawled into the brain of the people that wrote that
thing. In the case of formulas I just had to get the digits right and
ignore the decimal point. I only had to really study stuff that I never was
exposed to, plus now there are question pools. In the early 70s there were
no question pools for the RadioTelephone and Radar licenses. one had to
study the complete knowledge. You are lucky now as in the old days , one
had to draw out a schematic or two. OH yes I passed the first try up in
Stevenville..
In Cuba one has to make a transmitter [parts came from junked out TV sets
in order to be licensed.
Michael Monsour
AC0TX.

On Mon, Mar 20, 2023 at 4:28 PM John Denison via BVARC 
wrote:

> When I decided to get my first ham license, I took the online sample
> tests repeatedly until I was confident that I would pass at the testing
> session. I used the same method for my General class license, but both
> times I had read ARRL books on the respective licenses so that I would
> know what the material is and what the questions were referring to.
>
> You can do what you stated you wanted to do with a General class
> license, but an Extra class license gives you not only more spectrum to
> use, but spectrum that the other classes can't use. Being a ham isn't
> only about communicating or making contacts across the globe, but among
> other things, we advance the art and contribute to developing new ideas
> in the communications field. We have to be technically minded in order
> to do that. I have yet to attempt the Extra class license test, but it
> is a goal of mine for the future.
>
> 73
> John Denison
> KD5YOU
>
> On 3/20/2023 3:20 PM, M Reiter via BVARC wrote:
> > so maybe this is for the VEC, maybe I am just venting,  It took me 22
> > tries to pass the Extra Exam,  I passed the tech on my first try and
> > maybe third for general.
> > If I had wanted to be an electrical engineer and design antennas for
> > NASA I would have gone to college for that. all I want to do is shoot
> > the junk with someone in Australia and ask him or her how the weather
> > is down there.   for a small increase in frequencies I am having to
> > learn a huge amount of electronic circuit theory.I feel this is
> > just a bunch of old dudes sitting in a room saying to each other " Ya
> > that question will baffle them"  and not considering what questions
> > might actually represent what is needed to operate a radio. seriously
> > many operators do not know the phonetic alphabet or at least not the
> > reason to use it.  why do I need to know the reactance of a pi-l
> > circuit for 7.3 Mhz at 1800 somethings on the surface of the moon in
> > September in an odd solar year standing on one foot holding an antenna
> > two wavelengths from the surface if there are beetles moving
> > underneath and I am left handed.
> >
> > Marc KI5ZHO
> >
> >
> >
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Re: [BVARC] Radio Repair

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

There were more than one revision to the 706. The earliest ones used a
final transistor that is no longer available, and what is available needs a
larger footprint. There was an article somewhere that detailed what all had
to be done to make the newer component fit that older board.

On Thu, Jan 26, 2023 at 10:10 PM Alexander Suvorov via BVARC <
bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:

>
> Hello.
> I can check if anything bad with it and repair if components are available.
> According to information I found
> https://www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/hf/706/specifications.aspx
>  output power is not always 100w and depends on output frequency and
> transmitting mode.
>
> *Sent:* Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 8:42 AM
> *From:* "Dwight Gardner via BVARC" 
> *To:* "Alexander Suvorov via BVARC" 
> *Cc:* "Dwight Gardner" 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] Radio Repair
> Hi Alexander,
>
> I am looking at buying an ICOM IC-706 MKII from fellow member. He tells me
> that on HF it only produces 40 watts of power when it should deliver 100
> watts. Do you repair things like this?
>
> Thanks
> KI5ZHD
> Dwight
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Re: [BVARC] Magnetic Loop Antenna For Sale

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

How much are you asking?
M Monsour AC0TX

On Thu, Aug 18, 2022 at 1:29 PM Rev. Donald Brown via BVARC 
wrote:

> How much are you asking?
>
> Don Brown W5DRB
> On 8/18/2022 1:27 PM, Joseph Benoit via BVARC wrote:
>
> Small Magnetic Loop Antenna for sale. Designed to be rugged yet portable.
> Very efficiently tunes 10, (11), 12 meters then aslo 15, 17, 20 and 30
> adding doorknob capacitors (included). Looking to recoup the the actual
> cost of materials used in construction.
> wa3...@gmail.com
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Re: [BVARC] $60 Laptop at Microcenter

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I wish to express my appreciation for this notice.
I just bought one with in store pick up (6 are left)
It will do what I need for a cheap price
AC0TX

On Fri, Jul 22, 2022 at 8:04 PM Richard Yoo via BVARC 
wrote:

> Josh Nass's KI6NAZ video about it:
> https://youtu.be/7TM0VSra-b8
>
> I just got home from the Houston MicroCenter and I can confirm that
> they have a pallet of these laptops for $60 there as of Friday 7p
> 7/22/2022
>
> For that price its a really good value for ham related work.
>
> Richard,
> -N5YOO
>
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Re: [BVARC] PC repair

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

*There are places that do not recognize that static discharge will destroy
electronics. My company at the time had a high abnormal circuit card
failure rate. Circuit cards were returned to the factory in Australia. They
sent some boards to the university there and used a scanning electron
microscope to determine failure. Static discharge was the culprit! Plus
some boards were damaged in such a way that the boards would quit working
after a short time. Well the company put together a 'Chinese style
re-education anti-static seminar'. The amount of static that can destroy
circuitry is below human perception*

*So if you walk into a shop and do not see any anti-static straps- walk
right out!*
*Try Micro-Center.*


On Tue, Oct 26, 2021 at 4:39 PM Jimmy Vance via BVARC 
wrote:

> Don't know of any shops out that way. Not sure I'd recommend Best Buy,
> I've had more than one friend claim they've wiped out their hard drive and
> lost all the data
>
> --jv
>
>
> On 10/26/2021 4:31 PM, Larry Brand via BVARC wrote:
>
> Might try Best Buy .
>
> On Tue, Oct 26, 2021 at 3:44 PM Brent Levit via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> Hello,
>> Can anyone recommend a PC repair shop in the Pearland area?
>>
>> Thank you,
>> Brent
>> NT5D
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [BVARC] Telex Hy-Gain HG70HD Recabling

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Go to McMaster Carr, type wire rope in search
Towards the bottom there will be listed wire rope for lifting along with
lifting specs
Also on this 'page' are terminations to secure the cable plus compression
tools
M Monsour AC0TX

On Tue, Oct 19, 2021 at 7:43 AM Allen Brier via BVARC 
wrote:

> I have an HG70HD tower that has been in service for 15 years. When I bought
> it used, it was probably at least that old already if not much older. I
> found one of the cables in the tower has frayed, so down it stays until I
> can get it recabled.
>
> Has anyone recabled an HG70HD? Can you give me some information and tips
> please?
>
> I found the following information in the manual. I am hoping someone can
> confirm these dimensions:
>
> Item 4 p/n 690346: CABLE 1/4" x 59-1/2
>
> Item 5 p/n 690198: CABLE 1/4" x 20-1/2
>
> Item 6 p/n 690197: CABLE 3/16 x 20-1/2
>
> I called MFJ. "Tom" told me the cables are: 1/4" 4200 lbs breaking
> strength;
> 3/16" 7000 lbs breaking strength.
>
> Now I need to find a shop that can build the cables or find someone who may
> have these parts. Any suggestions or recommendations? I live SW of Houston,
> Texas. I am also have the tower manual and some engineering drawings from
> MFJ.
>
>
>
>
>
> Allen R. Brier N5XZ
>
> 1515 Windloch Lane
>
> Richmond, TX 77406
>
> 713-705-4801
>
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Re: [BVARC] Need Help

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

HVRA [ Houston Vintage Radio Association] will have a few tube testers up
for auction this October  Convention [always do].
Only members can participate in auctions {buy/sell] at $20 membership, then
there is the Convention fee of $10 or $15.
At the Marriott at Greenspoint

On Thu, Jul 29, 2021 at 6:17 PM rodney martinez via BVARC 
wrote:

> Does anybody know how to get ahold of Bill Green directly?  His email does
> not work, his phone is a landline that cannot accept text, and when I call,
> it just goes to VM.
>
> He has a vacuum tube tester I wish to buy, but cannot connect.
>
> Or if anybody else here has a tube tester, please contact me
>
> 73,
> Rodney Martinez
> NK5Q
> 832-423-5640 cell
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
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Re: [BVARC] N5XZ Lightning Strike - Seeking guidance

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I suffered a house fire almost a year ago...
The day after, a rebuilder came to see if I would not go with them as my
insurance company recognizes them as a valid rebuilder.
Then right after an insurance recovery outfit came to offer their services
at 7%. They became my 'interface' to the insurance company so I receive the
top dollar. Are they worth it? Yes. Settlement is exceedingly complex and
they guilded me through the process.
I would call up some Insurance Recovery outfits and see if they are
interested.
Michael Monsour

On Tue, Jul 6, 2021 at 4:28 PM Robert Polinski via BVARC 
wrote:

> Allen, you need to bond your ham ground with your AC ground. Robert
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *Mark Brantana via
> BVARC
> *Sent:* Tuesday, July 06, 2021 3:47 PM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB ; TDXS Reflector <
> tdxs-l...@tdxs.net>; CTDXCC 
> *Cc:* Mark Brantana ; Allen Brier N5XZ <
> n...@earthlink.net>; Allen Brier 
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] N5XZ Lightning Strike - Seeking guidance
>
>
>
> I have a new 650 watt computer power supply you can have if you want it.
>
> Mark
>
> N5PRD
>
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
> 
>
> On Tuesday, July 6, 2021, 3:42 PM, Allen Brier N5XZ via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
> As many of you know, I have suffered a direct lightning strike here at my
> station on Monday, June 28th about 6:30 am. It was essentially catastrophic
> for most of my equipment inside the shack and I am still assessing the
> damage. I even have some damage to audio gear in another room. Many other
> homes in the neighborhood also suffered damage, one of them so bad that
> EVERY piece of electronic equipment in the house was fried. I am still
> waiting for a power supply to get my computer back up and running, but
> thanks to Orville K5VWW, we have determined that the hard drive is intact.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> I am seeking guidance from anyone who has suffered a similar fate. I need
> to know:
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> - How did you deal with the insurance company?
>
>
>
> - How did you test equipment to determine the extent of damage?
>
>
>
> - Did you employ an electrical engineer to provide statement(s) to the
> insurance company to validate damage?  (was is require to?) (Any EE's out
> there available for this?)
>
>
>
> - What was claimed? i.e. did you claim all feedlines, cables, adapters,
> switches, etc. in addition to radios even if there is no damage visible?
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Any other information which may benefit me in my claim would be
> appreciated. It may be a while before I am back on the air again from my
> QTH.
>
>
>
>
>
>
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>
>
> Allen Brier N5XZ
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Re: [BVARC] Powerpole Connectors/Components for Mobile Install

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

You might want to try ACE electronics by 34th street,
Michael Monsour AC0TX

On Tue, Mar 2, 2021 at 10:21 AM Zachary Freeman via BVARC 
wrote:

> Does anyone know of a retailer or distributor that sells Anderson
> Powerpole components in the Houston Area?
>
> Zach Freeman
> W3UNC
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Re: [BVARC] QRM in new radio setup

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

*Divide and Conquer*
*Get a 12 volt battery to operate the radio*
*Then pull the main breaker in your house.*
*Either it gets better or it doesn't*
*Michael Monsour*

On Wed, Feb 3, 2021 at 6:56 PM Gus Bernard via BVARC 
wrote:

> What Rick says.  Then try taking it portable, away from the QTH and power
> lines.
>
> Gus, K5GMB
>
> On Sun, Jan 31, 2021 at 7:33 PM Mark Brantana via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> I am reaching out for ideas on a radio issue. I have installed an IC-745
>> Icom with an MFJ-2010 offset fed dipole. The power supply is a 20A MegaWatt
>> switching power supply, which is located right next to the radio. The
>> antenna is under some high power-lines with the long leg 90 degrees to the
>> power-lines. I used my nanoVNA to study the band SWR response, and
>> everything looks reasonable, though some small adjustments may need to be
>> made. Nothing is grounded as yet.
>>
>> Here’s my problem. I am only attempting to receive at this time and I get
>> consistent QRM white noise across all bands to the point where I can barely
>> pick out some voices, etc.
>>
>>
>>- I am confident that the antenna is properly connected due to my
>>antenna study.
>>- I don’t believe the power lines are an issue, since the problem
>>would likely be more isolated show up as birdies at certain frequencies.
>>- The radio settings seem to all be correct according to the manual.
>>
>>
>>- Lack of grounding, but again the white noise is generally
>>consistant across the spectrum. Still, this could be the problem.
>>- I have turned off my computer, so there no QRM from its power
>>supply.
>>- It does not help to have the switching power supply right next to
>>the radio, but other users give good reports on this model and no QRM
>>issues are mentioned.
>>- I tried the radio at different times of the day on 20-m voice band,
>>with the same noisy result.
>>- It could be the net result of a large number of small device
>>transformers, but I doubt it.
>>- I turned off the wifi, and still no change.
>>
>>
>> Hmm… I am a little stumped. Any thoughts or ideas? Personal experiences?
>>
>> Mark
>> N5PRD
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Re: [BVARC] Isotron antenna

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

You might have the same luck using a light bulb for an antenna-at least it
will be cheaper

On Sun, Dec 20, 2020 at 10:32 PM Mark Brantana via BVARC 
wrote:

> Anyone have any experience with an Isotron antenna?
>
> Mark
> N5PRD
>
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Re: [BVARC] FCC Proposes to Reinstate Amateur Radio Service Fees

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

When I had my Australian license VK3JNP the fee was only $50 AUS each year.
Michael Monsour AC0TX

On Sun, Aug 30, 2020 at 9:15 AM Keith NM5G via BVARC 
wrote:

> > Oh, and only a $1000 for an HF radio???
>
> I bought a repack IC-7300 from MTC for $1000, tax and shipping included.
> Plus, I got a $100 rebate check from Icom a month later.
>
>
>
> 73, Keith NM5G
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *Michael Amos via
> BVARC
> *Sent:* Saturday, August 29, 2020 5:19 PM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* Michael Amos ; jppn...@comcast.net
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] FCC Proposes to Reinstate Amateur Radio Service
> Fees
>
>
>
> I agree however lets look at the more damaging picture here.  How many
> possible new hams will turn away with the thought of having to now pay $65
> to get his/her first license instead of the $15 to take the test.  All
> those kids whose dreams were smashed.  I know it’s only $50 but for that
> parent who is a little skittish about paying the government MORE money,
> that might be the turn-off.
>
>
>
> Also, don’t forget that once the government gets that running again….
> What’s to stop them from increasing it? Where is the end to this?  Picture
> paying $100, $200, or more to just renew.  And what are they going to do
> with the money?  Maybe help track down illegal transmitters on the bands?
> Like those folks playing nasty recordings with vulgarity, etc? OR, maybe
> they could put a halt on trying to take away the frequencies that are
> already there. How about crack down on manufacturers that produce RF
> splattering equipment to the general public. Or, even better, how bout
> pushing the power companies to do a better job keeping their lines from
> generating so much RF you cant even hear the NATURAL static.
>
>
>
> Just my soapbox. Sorry for opening it…  Oh, and only a $1000 for an HF
> radio???  Lol   
>
>
>
>
>
> Mike – KG4NDS
>
>
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *JP Pritchard via
> BVARC
> *Sent:* Saturday, August 29, 2020 5:01 PM
> *To:* 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' 
> *Cc:* jppn...@comcast.net
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] FCC Proposes to Reinstate Amateur Radio Service
> Fees
>
>
>
> Okay KJ, I get your humor and I even hear your logic. But the question is
> Why charge such a fee? Sure, it’s not a lot of money for many of us, but
> for a lot of amateurs who are retired, or who’ve lost their job thanks to
> Covid-19, there’s always somebody looking for another 50 bucks or another
> 25. New hams face a bunch of expenses already, for new gear, etc. It’s like
> a lot of the permit fees a person is asked to pay. Why are you charged
> these fees? Mostly it’s just government at one level or another looking for
> another source of revenue. The FCC is already clearing billions of dollars
> by selling large chunks of spectrum to the wireless business. Another 50
> bucks will mean nothing to Uncle Sam, but may have meaning for someone
> who’s just scrapin’ by.
>
>
>
> JP
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *KJ Anderson via
> BVARC
> *Sent:* Saturday, August 29, 2020 4:51 PM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB ; 'john Parmalee'
> 
> *Cc:* KJ Anderson ; jppn...@comcast.net
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] FCC Proposes to Reinstate Amateur Radio Service
> Fees
>
>
>
> Here’s how I see it:
>
>- $1000 for an HF radio
>- $1000 for a second/backup/whatever spare HF radio (most of us don’t
>have just one decent radio, be honest)
>- $5000 for a modest tower, concrete, etc.
>- $2000 in an actual antenna, feed line, rotator, etc.
>- $1000 for two cars fully installed with mobile VHF/UHF radios and
>antennas
>- $500 for a gas generator and battery backups (some of us)
>- $300 a year for field day supplies, the camping trip, food,
>conventions, etc.
>
>
>
> If the FCC bills us $50 every 10 years (your license is now good for 10
> years due to the 2019 rule change), I’m not sure I can stay in this hobby
> any longer, the costs of the FCC will make this hobby too cost prohibitive
> for me….
>
>
>
> A bit of tongue-in-cheek for a Saturday afternoon.
>
>
>
> 73!!
>
>
>
> KJ5EMP, KJ in Cypress
>
>
>
> *-*
>
> *KJ Anderson*
>
> 253-380-2636
>
> www.linkedin.com/in/scrumnerd
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *JP Pritchard via
> BVARC
> *Sent:* Saturday, August 29, 2020 3:18 PM
> *To:* 'john Parmalee' ; 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO
> CLUB' 
> *Cc:* jppn...@comcast.net
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] FCC Proposes to Reinstate Amateur Radio Service
> Fees
>
>
>
> I’m new to this game, but as far as I am aware, the FCC does very little
> to support amateur radio, with the exception of allowing hams to use
> certain frequencies. This would appear to be nothing more than a money
> grab, having nothing to do with cost of administration, (since it sounds
> like most of the administration is automated). They certainly contribute
> very little to enforcing their own rules. I don’t mind paying for a toll
> 

Re: [BVARC] Tidelands Hamfest

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

>From Sugar Land, take Toll way to 45 then go South
M Monsour

On Fri, Jul 12, 2019, 9:08 PM Rick Hiller via BVARC  wrote:

> Looked at TXDOT site and road closures for 45 and 6 etc. are mostly at
> night and frontage roads.
>
> C U thereRick   W5RH
>
> On Fri, Jul 12, 2019 at 9:05 PM Jimmy Vance via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> Thanks for the heads up on road closures.  I'm taking a bunch of
>> equipment down to the auction from a silent keys collection
>>
>> Johnson Viking Ranger
>> Dovetron MPC-1000RC
>> Hallicrafters Speaker R-48A (?)
>> Hallicrafters SX-115
>> Hallicrafters HT-32
>>
>> Hallicrafters SX-62
>> Hammarlund Speaker
>> Hammarlund HQ-One Eighty
>> Hallicrafters SX-101
>> Hallicrafters SX-100
>> National HRO-50T
>> National NC-173
>> National NC Speaker
>>
>>
>> On 7/12/2019 7:51 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC wrote:
>>
>> Anyone going down?
>>
>> I have been planning to, but TexDot is complicating things with multiple
>> Lane closures on 45 from 610 to 518. And Hwy 35 and hwy 6 are closed. Does
>> not leave many options to get there from Sugar Land.
>>
>> 73... Scott KD5FBA
>>
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>> *Sent from my Verizon Motorola Droid*
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Re: [BVARC] P5DX

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

There is a biker saying: Three people can share a secret if two of them are
dead

On Wed, Apr 27, 2016, 11:35 AM GMuller885--- via BVARC 
wrote:

> Hello All
> First of all GOOD MORNING.  That being said. I have never been
> involved in a DX expedition so I may be speaking from ignorance so please
> bear with me.  It is my humble opinion that the person that leaked the info
> really did not want to go or has some friends he or she can not trust. I
> had heard rumors clear back in February so it does not come as a surprise
> that it "LEAKED".  Something this big does not go unnoticed for long. Ever
> time they asked for money there was the possibility of a leak. When buying
> large amounts of equipment there is a possibility of a leak. I am sorry
> that there are HAM's that can not be trusted but again as a new ham trying
> to abide by the DX Code of Conduct which sits right over my station and
> hearing all the QRM in pileups I was not very surprised. Some people just
> want to ruin it for others.
>
> Gerald Muller K9GEM
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Re: [BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Sunday, June 9th

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

""*"Please check the warehouse. I purchased six sets (if I remember
correctly)  for FD several years ago. If they are not there, we have a
thief in our club.*

*Allen N5XZ *

*I had to color code the coax with shrink tubing every 25 feet to deter
thievery.. If you want the headsets to stick around one would have to paint
them some awful color [ e.g pink or better yet the gay 'rainbow']*
*The last year the club was at the Fire Field two of the Club's antennas
were stolen, a useless vertical and a three element three band beam. The
person that was fingering the beam was somebody I did not recognize,
youngest, tall, slim.*
*Michael Monsour Quartermaster*

On Thu, Jun 6, 2019 at 12:38 PM n5xz  wrote:

> Please check the warehouse. I purchased six sets (if I remember
> correctly)  for FD several years ago. If they are not there, we have a
> thief in our club.
>
> Allen N5XZ
>
>
>
> Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
>
>  Original message 
> From: Michael Monsour 
> Date: 6/6/19 8:55 AM (GMT-06:00)
> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> Cc: Mike Hardwick , Glenn Anderson ,
> n5xz 
> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Sunday,
> June 9th
>
> To the best of my knowledge, the club does not have any headsets or Y
> adapters listed as inventory
> Michael Monsour Quartermaster
>
> On Thu, Jun 6, 2019 at 6:32 AM Glenn Anderson via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> I purchased four of the Yamaha cm 500 headsets and adapters.
>>
>> Glenn
>>
>>  Original message 
>> From: Allen Brier via BVARC 
>> Date: 6/6/19 00:31 (GMT-06:00)
>> To: 'Mike Hardwick' , bvarc@bvarc.org
>> Cc: n...@earthlink.net
>> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This
>> Sunday, June 9th
>>
>> Mike,
>>
>>
>>
>> Who can check our inventory of headsets and y-adapter? I think we may
>> need to purchase some more.
>>
>>
>>
>> *Allen R. Brier N5XZ*
>>
>> *1515 Windloch Lane*
>>
>> *Richmond, TX 77406*
>>
>>
>>
>> *From:* Mike Hardwick 
>> *Sent:* Wednesday, June 5, 2019 8:06 PM
>> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
>> *Subject:* Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Sunday, June 9th
>>
>>
>>
>> *There will be a planning meeting for the Quad club or Mega Field Day
>> this Sunday, June 9th , 2019. *
>>
>>
>>
>> *It will held from 11 am to 1pm at the Fuddruckers at the Fountains on
>> the Southwest Freeway in Stafford. *
>>
>> *https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fuddruckers/@29.6383353,-95.5837112,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xe67f88ca3f97fd86?sa=X=2ahUKEwiI87vu-q_iAhUP0awKHeLCB3MQ_BIwCnoECBAQCA
>> *
>>
>>
>>
>> *This will be the last meeting before Field Day weekend.  *
>>
>>
>>
>> *Please send this e-mail to any other people that may be planning to
>> provide services or help out with Field Day that may not be able to make
>> it. *
>>
>>
>>
>> *Hope to see you on Sunday. *
>>
>>
>>
>> 73,
>>
>>
>>
>> Mike Hardwick, N5VCX
>>
>> President
>>
>> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club
>>
>> 713-826-6917
>>
>>
>>
>>
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Re: [BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Sunday, June 9th

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

To the best of my knowledge, the club does not have any headsets or Y
adapters listed as inventory
Michael Monsour Quartermaster

On Thu, Jun 6, 2019 at 6:32 AM Glenn Anderson via BVARC 
wrote:

> I purchased four of the Yamaha cm 500 headsets and adapters.
>
> Glenn
>
>  Original message 
> From: Allen Brier via BVARC 
> Date: 6/6/19 00:31 (GMT-06:00)
> To: 'Mike Hardwick' , bvarc@bvarc.org
> Cc: n...@earthlink.net
> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Sunday,
> June 9th
>
> Mike,
>
>
>
> Who can check our inventory of headsets and y-adapter? I think we may need
> to purchase some more.
>
>
>
> *Allen R. Brier N5XZ*
>
> *1515 Windloch Lane*
>
> *Richmond, TX 77406*
>
>
>
> *From:* Mike Hardwick 
> *Sent:* Wednesday, June 5, 2019 8:06 PM
> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Subject:* Quad Club Field Day - Planning Meeting - This Sunday, June 9th
>
>
>
> *There will be a planning meeting for the Quad club or Mega Field Day this
> Sunday, June 9th , 2019. *
>
>
>
> *It will held from 11 am to 1pm at the Fuddruckers at the Fountains on the
> Southwest Freeway in Stafford. *
>
> *https://www.google.com/maps/place/Fuddruckers/@29.6383353,-95.5837112,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xe67f88ca3f97fd86?sa=X=2ahUKEwiI87vu-q_iAhUP0awKHeLCB3MQ_BIwCnoECBAQCA
> *
>
>
>
> *This will be the last meeting before Field Day weekend.  *
>
>
>
> *Please send this e-mail to any other people that may be planning to
> provide services or help out with Field Day that may not be able to make
> it. *
>
>
>
> *Hope to see you on Sunday. *
>
>
>
> 73,
>
>
>
> Mike Hardwick, N5VCX
>
> President
>
> Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club
>
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>
>
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Re: [BVARC] OT: AFCI breakers tripping

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Fluorescent lights will do it.
But what you are running is causing your problems.
Get a huge 20 amp (or more) isolation transformer that certainly stop the
RF from coming down the line.
AC0TX

On Fri, Mar 29, 2019 at 6:42 PM Robert Polinski via BVARC 
wrote:

> Cut the power below 30,000 watts. Allen
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *n5xz via BVARC
> *Sent:* Friday, March 29, 2019 5:36 PM
> *To:* TDXS LIST ; BVARC Reflector 
> *Cc:* n5xz 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] OT: AFCI breakers tripping
>
>
>
> Any electricians out there? I want to discuss multiple AFCIs tripping
> simultaneously.
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
>
> Allen N5XZ 713.705.4801
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
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Re: [BVARC] Induction Cooktops

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Get the model number and get the service information. This thing just might
use pulse modulation to vary the heat.(like is used on inverters)
Michael Monsour

On Sat, Mar 16, 2019 at 8:39 PM Michael Monsour  wrote:

> I hope you are yanking as much as that aluminum wiring that you can
> preferably No 8 copper back to the panel for that cooktop
> Michael Monsour
>
> On Sat, Mar 16, 2019 at 7:06 PM Michael Mustachia via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>>
>> Can't  use cast iron. Cast iron is great
>> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
>> 
>>
>> On Sat, Mar 16, 2019 at 6:49 PM, Tom Matthews via BVARC
>>  wrote:
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Re: [BVARC] Induction Cooktops

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I hope you are yanking as much as that aluminum wiring that you can
preferably No 8 copper back to the panel for that cooktop
Michael Monsour

On Sat, Mar 16, 2019 at 7:06 PM Michael Mustachia via BVARC 
wrote:

>
> Can't  use cast iron. Cast iron is great
> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
> 
>
> On Sat, Mar 16, 2019 at 6:49 PM, Tom Matthews via BVARC
>  wrote:
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Re: [BVARC] Activation

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Today was "Yuletide on the Texas" not Pearl Harbor Day and as such the ham
club declined to operate.
I was there at HVRA and we had a total of 95 visitors that we entertained
with out collections
Michael Monsour

On Sat, Dec 8, 2018 at 1:37 PM K5IZO via BVARC  wrote:

> Yes, but with WX etc, we focused on planning.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Dec 8, 2018, at 1:33 PM, Travis Burgess via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Thanks, Mike and John.  I thought there was a activation for Pearl Harbor
> event.
>
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> *Sent:* Saturday, December 8, 2018 1:29 PM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
> *Cc:* K5IZO
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Activation
>
> No.  We are on board assessing improvements
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Dec 8, 2018, at 12:35 PM, Travis Burgess via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Are the Texas and Stewart up today?  Considering the weather.
>
> Travis
> K5HTB
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Re: [BVARC] BVARC Board of Directors Meeting -Schedule Change

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I will not be able to make as it is Pearl Harbor Day on the Battleship Texas
Michael Monsour

On Wed, Nov 28, 2018 at 8:28 AM Jon “KF5TFJ” Noxon via BVARC <
bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:

> John,
>
> Since the November BOD minutes state the December BOD meeting is December
> 1, kindly insert a correction on page 1 of the Beacon. Hopefully it is not
> too late.
>
> "CORRECTION: The December Board of Directors Meeting will be on December
> 8, NOT December 1 as stated in the November BOD Minutes published within.
> This change is a result of being able to secure a meeting room on our
> preferred date.”
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jon
>
>
>
> On Nov 28, 2018, at 8:10 AM, K5IZO via BVARC  wrote:
>
> NO.  Dec 8 now. He apparently got a room.
>  Mike, reply to all.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Nov 28, 2018, at 7:58 AM, JP Pritchard via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> December 1th?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Nov 28, 2018, at 7:28 AM, Jon “KF5TFJ” Noxon via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> You sure? The original date was December 8, but that date was not
> available, so we agreed on December 1th. Please confirm that we have a
> space at the BPCC.
>
> Jon
>
>
>
>
> On Nov 28, 2018, at 6:14 AM, Mike Hardwick  wrote:
>
> It’s that time again but with the holiday’s schedules change. The BVARC
> Board of Directors was scheduled for this Saturday but will be moved to the
> following Saturday.
>
> The BOD meeting has been changed to December 8th. Mark your calendar with
> the change.
>
>
> BVARC Board of Directors Meeting
>   9:00 am to 11:00 am
>
> The meeting will be held at:
>
> Bayland Park Community Center – Annex (I will send out a map later on the
> location of the annex)
>
> https://www.google.com/maps/place/Bayland+Community+Center/@29.6949026,-95.4988767,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8640c214fb19542d:0x4e5302897968d2c4!8m2!3d29.694898!4d-95.496688
> 6400 Bissonnet Street
> Houston, Texas 77074
>
> See you there.
>
> Mike
> N5VCX
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Re: [BVARC] Museum Ships Weekend Event - June 1, 2, 3

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I will not be there
Michael Monsour

On Fri, May 25, 2018 at 2:16 PM, John via BVARC  wrote:

> OH, forgot to add, I will bring my Arrow handheld beam and HT to try to
> work satellite passes on FM birds.
>
> 73
> John
> W1XQ
> ARLHS #182
>
> On May 25, 2018, at 1:53 PM, mark janzer via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> It'll be next weekend! Deadline to RSVP is Thursday, May 31, at Noon.
>
> Please let me know (whether you have already or not) that you'll be
> attending. There have been several members that have canceled due to
> various issues. Also let me know when you'll be there and - if operating
> after 7pm - if you'll want overnight accommodations.
>
> Also let me know what equipment you might bring. Currently I have
> equipment for the SS Selma (including a logging computer).
>
> Only those members *operating* at night will have bunk space. There are
> limitations this year due to safety renovations in parts of the ships.
>
> I'll put together a roster and let participants know the "ropes", during
> this upcoming week.
>
> Happy Memorial Day weekend!
>
> 73
> Mark
> K5MGJ
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Re: [BVARC] Galveston Naval Museum - May 19th pre-event mobilization - MSWE

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Count me for may 19th
Michael Monsour

On Tue, May 8, 2018 at 8:10 AM, mark janzer via BVARC 
wrote:

> I'll first have to apologize for not hyping the Museum Ships Weekend Event
> earlier - It's June 2nd - 3rd this year.
>
> Also, you'll note the name of the venue has changed. The American Undersea
> Warfare Center (AUWC) name has officially changed to the Galveston Naval
> Museum (GNM).
>
> We've planned a pre-event mobilization - to get things in place, as much
> as we can - on May 19th.
> Although, the Skeeter's event is on the same day - the GNM work event is
> really only a morning event. There will be plenty of time to head to the
> Skeeter's later that evening.
>
> Whether or not you are attending the May 19th gathering. Please VOLUNTEER
> for the MSWE event starting on Friday June 1st through Sunday morning the
> 3rd. We'll have at least two stations churning - maybe three. There will be
> plenty of opportunity for operating, as well as fun on the ships. We'll
> have a catered BBQ dinner (by Leon's) as we did last year, on Saturday
> evening. There are berth's available on the Stewart for overnight - though
> it's a lot like camping.
>
> I'll need a head count and a time window when you'll be able to attend
> (both for May 19th and MSWE). Reply back to me vs. the whole group, to:
> k5...@yahoo.com
>
> 73
> Mark
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[BVARC] BVARC locker

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

*All those that have a key to the BVARC warehouse locker please reply
privately to me at my e mail address which is msi...@gmail.com
*


*This is also  for those that had temporary possession of the locker key
within the past 90 days*

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Re: [BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - This Saturday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, March 10, 2018

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I will be able to attend However I listed the Hamfest with E ham, QTH and
QRZ
so far
Michael Monsour

On Wed, Mar 7, 2018 at 7:02 PM, Scott Royall via BVARC 
wrote:

> I cannot attend, my van is undergoing open heart surgery.
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC  *On Behalf Of *KE5ITH via BVARC
> *Sent:* Wednesday, March 7, 2018 16:59
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB ; 'BRAZOS VALLEY
> AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' 
> *Cc:* KE5ITH ; JP Pritchard 
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - This Saturday,
> 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, March 10, 2018
>
>
>
> I will be there.
>
>
>
> Get Outlook for iOS 
>
>
>
> On Wed, Mar 7, 2018 at 4:27 PM -0600, "JP Pritchard via BVARC" <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
> Mike,
>
>
>
> Do we have a “firm” schedule for the specific breakout sessions? I want to
> have that info on my printed “script” for my announcer helpers so they can
> promo these events a few minutes before they start.  There are other
> details I’ll include on the script. If you think of things you want
> promoted, please let me know.  I do plan (for myself and the others) to
> promote the raffle and the door prizes, but I think I can figure that out
> on my own.
>
>
>
> Yes, I will be there on Saturday
>
>
>
> JP, K5JPP
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org ] *On
> Behalf Of *Mike Hardwick via BVARC
> *Sent:* Wednesday, March 07, 2018 2:57 PM
> *To:* Mike Hardwick 
> *Cc:* Mike Hardwick 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] Greater Houston Hamfest Meeting - This Saturday, 1:00
> pm to 3:00 pm, March 10, 2018
>
>
>
> The Greater Houston Hamfest is only nine days away. There is still a lot
> of planning and coordination that needs to be done. This Saturday between 1
> and 3 pm, I hope to get everything on the final page for the Hamfest.
>
>
>
> If you have already volunteered for a position, please make sure you make
> the meeting to finalize your schedule. If you would like to volunteer, come
> to the meeting to sign up and find out your assignment.
>
>
>
> There is a lot of work to finish up but I feel everything will work out
> well this year for the Hamfest.
>
>
>
> I knew I was forgetting something – The meeting will be held at the Sugar
> Land Parks Department Recreational Center, 234 Matladge Way (across the
> street from the Sugar Land Post Office).
>
>
>
> Mike Hardwick, N5VCX
>
> Chairman
>
> Greater Houston Hamfest
>
> 713-826-6917 <(713)%20826-6917>
>
>
>
> [image: Greater Houston Hamfest]
>
> March 16 & 17th, 2018
>
>
>
>
>
>
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Re: [BVARC] Need companion to go to Orange Hamfest

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

John
Yes indeed I wish to go.
I assume that you have a toll sticker to get across the Ship Channel Bridge
as they took out the cash option a while ago
Michael Monsour 832 829 2227

On Thu, Feb 22, 2018 at 7:02 AM, John Chauvin via BVARC 
wrote:

> I would like to go to the Orange Hamfest on Saturday, but would like a
> riding companion (my car).  Is anyone interested?
>
> John, K5IZO
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Re: [BVARC] Museum Ships Workday - this Saturday - January 20th

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Yes
I am interested
Michael Monsour

On Tue, Jan 16, 2018 at 7:17 AM, John Chauvin via BVARC 
wrote:

> BVARC Breakfast follow-up
>
> I intend to go to the Museum Ships Mobilization Party this weekend.
> Maybe several of us can carpool from breakfast.
>
> Tnx es 73
> de John, K5IZO (AKA "Li'l John")
>
>
>
> On Monday, January 15, 2018, 4:46:28 PM CST, mark janzer via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>
> We've scheduled a work day for this Saturday - at the ships.
> Tentatively on the agenda is:
>
> A look at the electrical in the radio room - as we had several issues
> during the last Ships Weekend.
> A look at the feasibility of a split AC system - we'll have an A/C
> contractor aboard to have a look
> Another look at the Cavalla wire antenna.
> Maybe some operating time
>
> Let me know if you are interested in attending, so I can place your name
> at the gate for admission.
>
> 73
> Mark
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Re: [BVARC] Civil lawyer help

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I have seen racist cartoons posted on this reflector with no public
complaint (but not recently)
*Some poor soul asking for help should not be a concern!\*

To the OP a good lawyer will turn rocks over to figure out who to sue and
then you may need a lawyer to squeeze your insurance company in provided
assistance.

To the OP, the Affordable Care Act is now open enrollment, I can provide
the name of an agent who will guide you through the process without cost to
you. I know many people that are on it.
Michael Monsour AC0TX

On Tue, Nov 7, 2017 at 10:23 AM, Paul Noll via BVARC 
wrote:

> Guess what Keith, a club member reaching out to other club members for
> help of any kind is OK. It's a club remember...  not military or prison.
> Not like he was trying to sell a car. What about the guy trying to get club
> members and others to buy him a new Elecraft rig. No comments there?
>
> Paul Noll
> KG5MHD
> Love your pets, they want and deserve it !!!
>
> On Nov 7, 2017, at 10:16 AM, Travis Burgess via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> I have no problem with him asking for help.
>
>
> Travis
>
> K5HTB
>
>
> -
>
> No trees were harmed in the production of this message, however, a great
> many electrons were
>
> terribly inconvenienced.
>
>
>
> --
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> BVARC 
> *Sent:* Tuesday, November 7, 2017 9:39 AM
> *To:* 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB'
> *Cc:* Keith Dutson
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Civil lawyer help
>
>
> This is NOT an amateur radio issue.  As a member of BVARC, I request you
> refrain from this kind of post.  I expect posts here about amateur radion.
>
>
>
> Look to your family and/or the government for help.  Thanks you.
>
>
>
> 73, Keith NM5G
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org ] *On
> Behalf Of *Gayle Dotts via BVARC
> *Sent:* Tuesday, November 7, 2017 7:53 AM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* Gayle Dotts 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] Civil lawyer help
>
>
>
> We need the name of a good civil lawyer.  Over the weekend my wife and
> daughter was hit and driven into a freeway column going 55 MPH. I am
> blessed that I am not widowed and lost all of my family today!  Truck was
> totaled, wife suffered 3 breaks in leg, 4 ribs, cracked sternum and facial
> damage, daughter too. The accident was ticketed against the other driver,
> 20 years old, who has no insurance and we do have witnesses.  Our insurance
> is full on our truck as it should be.  My wife and I have been without jobs
> for over a year.  I have medical insurance and so does my daughter but my
> wife does not.  We need a civil lawyer to help us.  With hundreds of
> lawyers here in Houston not ALL of them are good lawyers. I am lifting this
> up to BVARC as a “SO.S.” and hoping for a name.
>
>
>
> Thank you,
>
> Gayle Dotts
>
> KF5LVZ
>
>
>
>
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Re: [BVARC] marine radio installation

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

These days a GROL which used to be known as a 1st/2nd class RadioTelephone
license is only necessary for aircraft and marine installations. A marine
radar installation has to be done by someone with a radar endorsement.
Additionally the GMDSS operators/maintainers licenses *may* also be
necessary for a radio installation. If the Tall Ship ever takes on
passengers, that might trigger more stringent requiements.
Michael Monsour

On Fri, Jul 28, 2017 at 12:26 PM, Leslie Bartosh via BVARC 
wrote:

> Thank you Jon:
>
> I will freely admit I am out of my element in hf maritime installations,
> especially in this case where we are dealing with an antique ship.
>
> I am really trying to find someone who can do the job.
> They are willing to pay for the service.
> I am just trying to the leg work for them.
>
> They will ultimately want vhf, hf and perhaps radar installed.
>
> Thank you once again.
> 73
> Leslie, ad5wb
>
> --
> *From:* Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC 
> *To:* "BVARC, GMuller885---" 
> *Cc:* jkli...@comcast.net
> *Sent:* Friday, July 28, 2017 12:03 PM
>
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] marine radio installation
>
> I have done some work with marine radio installation on fresh-water
> vessels and also have insights for salt-water.
> 1. Fresh-water VHF is a snap( I agree ). Simply use a well-waterproofed
> thick metallic plate  of at least 18" by 24" for a ground-plane below a
> standard NMO heavy-duty constructed antenna.
> My favorite was a left-over mounting plate for G.E. radios that you might
> see at hamfests.
> While this works for 5/8 wave antennas near 2 meter frequencies (
> actually, we were a bit higher for public safety & marine ), the
> quarter-wave antennas with good bandwidth ( eg. Maxrad coil ) seemed to
> last longer.
> Use heavy-gauge DC cabling ( think welding cable ) for longer runs and go
> back to the DC source. This keeps the voltage drop low, so the radio is not
> 'starved'.
> 2. HF installations do require some sort of ground plane also. You will
> always need a 'difference' between elements, yet the 'ground' side does not
> have to actually contact the water.
> The problem is that as the hull moves, any 'artificial ground' is moved in
> relation to that. Do not be fooled by ads for 'artificial ground' products,
> some do not work with transmit ( yet are fine for receive ).
> 3. Salt water power sources very often used to involve frequencies other
> than 60 hz. Do not 'guess' or contract the word assume that if the voltage
> is correct, you can connect a standard amateur radio.
> You may be able to charge batteries and then run an inverter, yet the
> cheaper inverters tend to make noise on the lower frequencies which are
> best for worldwide communications.
> 4. New 'Copperweld' wire typically is stronger due to stainless or other
> than copper core. The stuff you can buy anywhere ( all copper ) has a
> tendency to droop.
> Any place where you mate dis-similar ( different ) metals, corrosion is
> accelerated. It is also accelerated by salt water. Chemicals such as are
> used to make aluminum to copper hookups for stoves and dryers in households
> can slow this yet may not tolerate heat and salt for long. Where you
> actually want to preserve iron, there are alloys used in hot water-heater
> heaters for the 'sacrificial' anode.
> I hope that all helps. More experienced amateurs, feel free to 'correct'
> or improve the above.
> 73 KB0MNM Tech. for MnDOT assisting DNR,  AT2-USN-USS Midway ( CV-41) ret.
> 1987
>
> --
> *From: *"Leslie via BVARC" 
> *To: *"SETX Telecom" 
> *Cc: *ad...@yahoo.com, "BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB"  >
> *Sent: *Friday, July 28, 2017 11:33:28 AM
> *Subject: *Re: [BVARC] marine radio installation
>
> Thank you.
> I will do so.
>
> On Jul 28, 2017, at 11:23 AM, SETX Telecom  wrote:
>
> I've done marine radio work in the past...HF is s special art on boats
> requiring RF ground...VHF and radar are a snapsometimes a copper plate
> is used as a protector to the hull and placed where it contacts the water
> ...providing similar protection like Zinc does on a tower section...it
> sacrifices itself to protect what's beneath...sometimes there is no ground
> connection to the hull and the entire radio system floats, so to speak, to
> prevent galvanic corrosion action.
>
> Email directly and we can chat...
> Chris
> WB5ITT
> setxtele...@gmail.com
>
> On Jul 28, 2017 11:08 AM, "Leslie Bartosh via BVARC" 
> wrote:
>
> Hello All:
>
> My name is Leslie, ad5wb.
>
> As some of you know I am involved in activating the 1877 Tall Ship Elissa
> during Museum Ships Weekend.
> During this years activation the Bosun asked me if I knew anything about
> installing radios on ships.
>
> I do not know anything about the subject.
> Does anyone here have any practical experience with 

Re: [BVARC] Missing parts cabinet. Klein tools.

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I saw these parts cabinets they were placed on top of the coax spools just
outside the radio room. They had NO name on them
Michael Monsour

On Wed, Jun 28, 2017 at 7:20 PM, ke5ith via BVARC  wrote:

> Paul I believe they were left at the fire department. It was thought they
> belonged to the fire station.
>
> Keith
> Ke5ith
> Keep a song in your heart and a smile on your face.
>
> On Jun 28, 2017, at 19:08, Paul Easter via BVARC  wrote:
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> 
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Re: [BVARC] MSWE - need preformed guy dead end grips

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I found four stainless steel cable clamps. [U bolts with saddle]
If there is a picture, then I can locate stainless hardware which I think
is also used to secure pretty wire rope fencing
Mike Monsour

On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 12:59 PM, mark janzer via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org>
wrote:

> The sub has galvanized clamps now and they are in poor shape. Home Depot
> has 3/16" stainless clamps.
> The dead end grips only come in galvanized, from what I've found.
>
> Mike, we'll go with your recommendation.
>
> Mark
> K5MGJ
>
>
> ----------
> *From:* Michael Monsour via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org>
> *To:* mark janzer <k5...@yahoo.com>; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB <
> bvarc@bvarc.org>
> *Cc:* Michael Monsour <msi...@gmail.com>
> *Sent:* Thursday, May 18, 2017 12:49 PM
>
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] MSWE - need preformed guy dead end grips
>
> On the ends of the horizontal antenna mounts [ the huge ones that go to
> the transmitters] are stainless steel clamps
> You do not want to use galv fittings
> Mike Monsour
>
> On Thu, May 18, 2017 at 12:40 PM, mark janzer via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org>
> wrote:
>
> No, the guy clamps are what we're steering away from, if at all possible.
> The "Chinese fingercuffs" as Rick Hiller coined them, would be a much
> better solution, given the environment and the aesthetics.
>
> Thanks Scott,
>
> Mark
> K5MGJ
>
>
> --
> *From:* Scott Medbury via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org>
> *To:* "bvarc@bvarc org" <bvarc@bvarc.org>; mark janzer <k5...@yahoo.com>
> *Cc:* Scott Medbury <smedb...@windstream.net>
> *Sent:* Thursday, May 18, 2017 12:26 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] MSWE - need preformed guy dead end grips
>
> I have some heavyweight galvanized guy clamps that may fit the bill.
>
> Will send more information later.
>
> Scott KD5FBA
>
> *Sent from my Verizon 4G LTE Droid*
> On May 18, 2017 11:59 AM, mark janzer via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
> I'm looking for a couple 3/16" (red label) preformed galvanized steel guy
> grips.
>
> It appears Greybar may have them, but there must be some other local
> sources. Maybe someone (on the list) has these gathering dust from their
> last tower guying project.
>
> These will be used for replacing the USS Cavalla wire antenna.
>
> Thanks for the bandwidth,
> Mark
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Re: [BVARC] Stewart and Cavalla work day - Sunday May 21

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Very possibly I will come this Sunday
Michael Monsour

On Tue, May 16, 2017 at 8:18 AM, mark janzer via BVARC 
wrote:

> I've confirmed with the Undersea Warfare Center that they'll be open to us
> to perform another workday this coming Sunday.
>
> Right now it appears at least, Jon Noxon, Scott Medbury (and his
> daughter) and I will be going. We're planning on hoisting and testing a
> modified version of the inverted "V" antenna, mounting a VHF/UHF antenna
> and tracing down issues with the feedline to the wire antenna on the
> Cavalla, possibily replacing that wire antenna as well. Let us know if
> you'd like to come out.
>
> Also, there will be a birthday party for the SS Selma, hosted by the
> owners on Saturday the 20th. I'll be going to present QSL cards of the
> Selma to the owners.
>
> Let me know if you will attend either day.
>
> Following will be sign-up sheets for operating times during the event.
> I've received several responses already and will be incorporating them and
> bouncing them back for confirmation and additions.
>
> 73
> Mark
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Re: [BVARC] Three crosses

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

​

On Mon, Apr 17, 2017 at 11:26 AM, Jeffrey Davis via BVARC 
wrote:

> Happy Monday Morning
> I love the beautiful SonRise photo this morning. ThankS for sharing. I
> need to get up earlier so I can catch those early morning rays too   I used
> to be a photographer and took hundreds of sunrise photos. But I love the
> inclusion of the architecture adding to the natural beauty of the sunrise.
> Thanks again
> Jeff
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Apr 17, 2017, at 10:45 AM, gmuller885 via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> I was under the impression that it was agreed that there were to topics
> that were off limits on this reflector. Religon and Politcs.
>
> gmuller...@aol.com
> Jerry K9GEM
>
>
>
> Sent from my Sprint Samsung Galaxy® Note 4.
>
>
>  Original message 
> From: Jo Keener via BVARC 
> Date: 4/17/17 12:19 AM (GMT-06:00)
> To: Wayne Gray 
> Cc: Jo Keener 
> Subject: [BVARC] Three crosses
>
> 
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Re: [BVARC] Vacuum tubes

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

There will be a combined Texas City Hamfest from TARS and auction from* H*
ouston* V*intage *R*adio* A*ssociation July 8. You can bring them there to
be auctioned off
Michael Monsour Secretary HVRA

On Tue, Apr 4, 2017 at 10:07 AM, Travis Burgess via BVARC 
wrote:

> H,  tube/valve quilt;  might be a bit lumpy!  [image: ]
>
>
>
> 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 DAVID M GRAY JR via
> BVARC 
> *Sent:* Tuesday, April 4, 2017 9:06 AM
> *To:* S Runner; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
> *Cc:* DAVID M GRAY JR
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Vacuum tubes
>
> My wife KB5MVL is a quilter.  I'm promoting the idea of a tube quilt.
> DAVID. K5HEC
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Apr 4, 2017, at 9:02 AM, S Runner via BVARC  wrote:
>
> Hi this is Suzanne Runner KF5GWZ. I am the wife of Eddie Runner, NU5K. Are
> you selling the tubes or giving them away? I collect tubes to eventually
> use them to make a chess set and I also have some unusual and
> unique tubes I display in our china cabinets, instead of china. Just let
> me know.
>
> Thanks
>
> *From:* rodney martinez via BVARC 
> *Sent:* Tuesday, April 04, 2017 7:49 AM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* rodney martinez 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] Vacuum tubes
>
> I have two buckets of old vacuum tubes handed down to me recently.  I
> don't know how many of them are good or not without a tube tester to try
> them on.  Are there any members that still have antique radios that may
> need certain tubes?
>
> Rod Martinez
> KC5MZK
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Re: [BVARC] FCC action!!

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

If you are going to do April 1st stuff then have the FCC turn ham radio
into CB. No more calls and free for all and anything goes

On Sat, Apr 1, 2017 at 10:51 PM, Jeff Davis via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org>
wrote:

> I enjoyed it, I’ve been hit with so many today that it was getting old.
> Then this one and man I swallowed it hook line and oh you know.
>
> it wasn’t till I went back to read it again and saw the date that I went,
> oh crap, I fell for one.
>
> Thanks,
>
> KF5HQE Jeff
>
> On Apr 1, 2017, at 10:12 PM, gmuller885 via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
> Just haveing fun michael. Don't take it so seriously.
>
>
>
> Sent from my Sprint Samsung Galaxy® Note 4.
>
>
>  Original message 
> From: Michael Monsour via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org>
> Date: 4/1/17 9:42 PM (GMT-06:00)
> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB <bvarc@bvarc.org>
> Cc: Michael Monsour <msi...@gmail.com>, JP Pritchard <jppn...@comcast.net>
>
> Subject: Re: [BVARC] FCC action!!
>
> Enough with the April 1st junk
>
> On Sat, Apr 1, 2017 at 9:03 PM, JP Pritchard via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org>
> wrote:
>
>> I know this is crap since the federal government would never say in a
>> press release that it had made a big mistake. Nice try Chris. You're an
>> April fool.
>>
>> JP
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> > On Apr 1, 2017, at 8:45 PM, Chris Boone via BVARC <bvarc@bvarc.org>
>> wrote:
>> >
>> > FCC to reinstate Morse Code test
>> >
>> > Washington, D.C. – April 1, 2017 –
>> >
>> > Today, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC)
>> approved Report and Order 14-987af which reinstates the Morse Code test for
>> General Class and Amateur Extra Class licensees.
>> >
>> > “It was a big mistake eliminating the Morse Code test,” admits Dotty
>> Dasher, the FCC’s director of examinations. “We now realize that being able
>> to send and receive Morse Code is an essential skill for radio amateurs. As
>> they say, it really does get through when other modes can’t.”
>> >
>> > Not only will new applicants have to take the test, but General Class
>> licensees who have never passed a code test will have one year to pass a
>> 5-wpm code test. Similarly, Amateur Extra class licensees that never passed
>> a code test will have one year to pass a 13-wpm test. Those amateurs that
>> fail to pass the test will face revocation of their operating privileges.
>> Materials for administering the examinations will be distributed to
>> Volunteer Examiner Coordinators by the end of April, so that they can begin
>> the testing on May 1, 2017.
>> >
>> > “This isn’t going to be one of those silly multiple-choice type tests,”
>> noted Dasher. “We’re going to be sending five-character random code groups,
>> just like we did in the old days. And, applicants will have to prove that
>> they can send, too, using a poorly adjusted straight key.”
>> >
>> > Technician Class licensees will not be required to take a Morse Code
>> test, nor will a test be required for new applicants. “We discussed it,”
>> said Dasher, “but decided that since most Techs can’t even figure out how
>> to program their HTs, requiring them to learn Morse Code seemed like cruel
>> and unusual punishment.”
>> >
>> > When asked what other actions we might see from the FCC, Dasher hinted
>> that in the future applicants taking the written exam may be required to
>> draw circuit diagrams, such as Colpitts oscillators and diode ring mixers,
>> once again. “We’re beginning to think that if an applicant passes an
>> amateur radio license exam it should mean that he or she actually knows
>> something,” she said.
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Re: [BVARC] FCC action!!

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Enough with the April 1st junk

On Sat, Apr 1, 2017 at 9:03 PM, JP Pritchard via BVARC 
wrote:

> I know this is crap since the federal government would never say in a
> press release that it had made a big mistake. Nice try Chris. You're an
> April fool.
>
> JP
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Apr 1, 2017, at 8:45 PM, Chris Boone via BVARC 
> wrote:
> >
> > FCC to reinstate Morse Code test
> >
> > Washington, D.C. – April 1, 2017 –
> >
> > Today, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC)
> approved Report and Order 14-987af which reinstates the Morse Code test for
> General Class and Amateur Extra Class licensees.
> >
> > “It was a big mistake eliminating the Morse Code test,” admits Dotty
> Dasher, the FCC’s director of examinations. “We now realize that being able
> to send and receive Morse Code is an essential skill for radio amateurs. As
> they say, it really does get through when other modes can’t.”
> >
> > Not only will new applicants have to take the test, but General Class
> licensees who have never passed a code test will have one year to pass a
> 5-wpm code test. Similarly, Amateur Extra class licensees that never passed
> a code test will have one year to pass a 13-wpm test. Those amateurs that
> fail to pass the test will face revocation of their operating privileges.
> Materials for administering the examinations will be distributed to
> Volunteer Examiner Coordinators by the end of April, so that they can begin
> the testing on May 1, 2017.
> >
> > “This isn’t going to be one of those silly multiple-choice type tests,”
> noted Dasher. “We’re going to be sending five-character random code groups,
> just like we did in the old days. And, applicants will have to prove that
> they can send, too, using a poorly adjusted straight key.”
> >
> > Technician Class licensees will not be required to take a Morse Code
> test, nor will a test be required for new applicants. “We discussed it,”
> said Dasher, “but decided that since most Techs can’t even figure out how
> to program their HTs, requiring them to learn Morse Code seemed like cruel
> and unusual punishment.”
> >
> > When asked what other actions we might see from the FCC, Dasher hinted
> that in the future applicants taking the written exam may be required to
> draw circuit diagrams, such as Colpitts oscillators and diode ring mixers,
> once again. “We’re beginning to think that if an applicant passes an
> amateur radio license exam it should mean that he or she actually knows
> something,” she said.
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Re: [BVARC] SINKHOLES - Interesting

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

When the theory was explained 'as the rotation of the Earth is dependent
upon the power output of the Sun'... which is clearly wrong!

On Fri, Mar 31, 2017 at 11:05 AM, DAVID M GRAY JR via BVARC  wrote:

> If we are swallowed by sinkholes I hope at some point they stop playing
> that music.  David  K5HEC
>
>
>
>
> On Mar 31, 2017, at 8:42 AM, mark janzer via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Yup, it's interesting. Show this to a civil engineer, geologist or
> groundwater hydrologist.
> Not a single one of these sinkholes can possibly be linked to this
> universalist theory.
> Every single one of the sinkholes shown on this video can be rationally
> explained by one of the three professionals noted.
>
> 73
> Mark (civil engineer)
> K5MGJ
>
>
>
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> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Cc:* gmuller...@aol.com; tdxs-l...@tdxs.net
> *Sent:* Thursday, March 30, 2017 11:13 PM
> *Subject:* [BVARC] Fwd: SINKHOLES - Interesting
>
> Very very interesting.
>
> Gerald Muller K9GEM
> gmuller...@aol.com
>
>
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> To: bay...@sbcglobal.net
> Sent: 3/30/2017 9:39:40 P.M. Central Daylight Time
> Subj: SINKHOLES - Interesting
>
>
> takes a few moments before explanations appear ..
>
>
>
> They can’t blame this on FRACKING !!
> I didn’t see a drilling rig or oilfield anywhere near these sinkholes.
>
>
> It is happening all over the world, and more and more often, so you'd
> better learn about it.  The scientific explanation is at the end.
>
> *SINKHOLES - A Scary Worldwide phenomenon*
>
>
> https://www.youtube.com/embed/TLUgEXI9RYI?rel=0
>
>
>
>
>
>
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Re: [BVARC] Doctor

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

On the Memorial Herman Medicare network plan.
I needed a MRI and I got it
no problem
Michael Monsour

On Wed, Mar 8, 2017 at 8:28 PM, Bill via BVARC  wrote:

> We’ve lost good doctors that way too.  Now we both go to Baylor Family
> Medicine (there’s one on Kirby 2 blocks north of 59/69) for general care,
> also you didn’t indicate if you were looking for a specialist or not.
>
>
>
> Bill - K5GJQ
>
> vs: Habakkuk 3:17-18
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Travis
> Burgess via BVARC
> *Sent:* Wednesday, March 8, 2017 12:57 PM
> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Cc:* Travis Burgess 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] Doctor
>
>
>
> Any MD's in the club who take Medicare patients.   My doctor dumped me
> because
>
> of Medicare.
>
>
>
> Travis
>
> K5HTB
>
>
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Re: [BVARC] Doctor

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Before I was on Texan Plus now I am on Herman Memorial
Both of these plans are for Medicare people

My GP was on both plans
Michael Monsour

On Wed, Mar 8, 2017 at 2:16 PM, NIzar Mullani via BVARC 
wrote:

> Welcome to Medicare Travis. You will now pay more insurance and get less
> service. A lot of doctors do not accept Medicare because it does not pay
> enough and it takes them 6 months to get paid.
>
> Nizar
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *JP
> Pritchard via BVARC
> *Sent:* Wednesday, March 8, 2017 1:33 PM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
> *Cc:* JP Pritchard
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Doctor
>
>
>
> Most docs in the Methodist system take Medicare.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>
> On Mar 8, 2017, at 12:56 PM, Travis Burgess via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Any MD's in the club who take Medicare patients.   My doctor dumped me
> because
>
> of Medicare.
>
>
>
> Travis
>
> K5HTB
>
>
>
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Re: [BVARC] Senior Discount

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Just go to HEB
Vote with your feet

On Thu, Feb 16, 2017 at 8:59 PM, Bruce via BVARC  wrote:

> It is always easy to say that the merchant has done you a wrong by
> discontinuing a program. However, when you look at weather a merchant is
> going to stay in business or not, then you would understand the reasoning
> behind eliminating a discount. Today's grocery competitiveness between
> Kroger, HEB, Fiesta, Walmart, Sam's Club, Randalls makes it difficult to
> turn a profit. You would think that everything in a store is 100% markup.
>
> I still remember back when Kroger and HEB had an agreement not to go into
> each others market. Now they are warriors battling for your dollar.
>
> I would much rather see a merchant do away with a discount than go out of
> business. Personally, I hate Kroger, their Nolan Ryan meat is terrible. I
> have now purchased two different packages. Steaks about 4 years ago that I
> BBQ'd and a round roast we purchased yesterday. They were as tough as shoe
> leather, just awful. I prefer the Randalls Angus Beef and there are no
> Randalls near my new house. It's a trip back to Pete's Meat Market on
> Richmond near the Galleria next time we need a good steak.
>
> 73...bruce
>
>
> On 2/16/2017 7:30 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC wrote:
>
> For those who shop at Kroger, they have curtailed their senior discount on
> Kroger Brand items as of this past weekend. If you want to voice your
> displeasure, visit the following link.
>
>
>
> https://www.kroger.com/topic/contact-us?cid=ema.tra.Banner_
> Comments_Confirmed
>
>
>
> Senior Power!!
>
>
>
> Scott KD5FBA
>
>
>
> Scott Medbury
>
> 16802 Aprilmont Drive
>
> Sugar Land, TX 77498-1941
>
> smedb...@windstream.net
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Re: [BVARC] Lightning Strike

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Get an industrial robust isolation transformer.
For ten years I worked on French equipment where the power input was 230
volt.
Because American power in industrial sites are 208 volts a step up
isolation transformer was used at almost every site, that also had
protected 125 volt outlets for the PC etc.
Never had a problem. The internal surge circuitry may have burnt up but the
equipment never suffered any breakdown due to power problems

On Mon, Jan 16, 2017 at 8:05 AM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC 
wrote:

> I won't have radios at the beach 500 miles away but totally concerned
> about the house/shack here in Houston.
>
>
> On Mon, Jan 16, 2017 at 7:52 AM, Gayle Dotts 
> wrote:
>
>> I’ve got a beach house in Gulf Shores Alabama.  Last week it had a direct
>> hit to the house by lightning, took out the refrigerator, 4 tv’s, phones, 4
>> surveillance cameras and much more.  Luckily It had no radio gear or
>> antennas there…which brings me to here…
>>
>> My NOW attempt to layer my radio shack for protection against lightning.
>> Like unplug radio, power and cables, ground radio chassis.  I’ve have heard
>> an antenna doesn’t  get hit as such until you ground it at which time it
>> becomes a lightning rod and as such now attracts lightning, so don’t worry
>> about the tower as much as the lines coming in.  Is this correct?  Sorry
>> for being so chit-chatty guys but this is a real concern that got personal
>> with the lightning.  I don’t have much protection at all except a copper
>> rod outside my window with the radio chassis grounded there.  I guess I
>> need to add more protection.  I have watched you guys at field day just
>> ground the line, I thought, coming off the antenna in to the radio area,
>> was there more I didn't see?
>>
>>
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Re: [BVARC] BVARC Banquet January 13th

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I checked the club's Post Office box today, Friday,and there was nothing
there.
Michael Monsour

On Fri, Jan 6, 2017 at 1:29 PM, K5HM via BVARC  wrote:

> If you have not made a reservation for the BVARC Banquet on Jan. 13th ,
> you still have a few more days.  Due to the overwhelming response to the
> event, I decided to extend the time for reservations until December 10th
> .  Remember you must have your reservation in by close of business on that
> date.  You can pay by PayPal, Credit card or check .  Go to BVARC,org for
> the menu.  Tickets are $30 per person.
>
>
>
> Our guest speakers will be Linda Litt (you all know how great she was last
> time ) to update you on the life of a Real Ham Radio Wife.  You will not
> see this on cable or YouTube!
>
>
>
> She will introduce our other speaker, The “Vin Scully of Southeast Texas
> Baseball and voice of the Sugar Land Skeeters, Ira Liebman.
>
>
>
> So don’t miss it. Who doesn’t love Baseball and Ham Radio?
>
>
>
> 73,
>
> Ron, K5HM
>
> k5hm@gmail.com
>
> www.qrz.com/db/k5hm
>
> [image: ARRL Logo][image: logo (2)][image: smaller Prize]
>
> *Excelsior!*
>
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Re: [BVARC] BVARC Elections in November

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

My wife has been in and out of hospitals since Sept 2
I will finish out half of my term as recording secretary
So you all need to find a recording secretary
Along with it come the key to the Post Office box

Michael Monsour

On Thu, Oct 27, 2016 at 8:00 PM, gmuller885 via BVARC 
wrote:

> If he does then he can have it. I have other thing to do any way.
>
>
>
> Sent from my Sprint Samsung Galaxy® Note 4.
>
>
>  Original message 
> From: K5HM via BVARC 
> Date: 10/27/16 6:39 PM (GMT-06:00)
> To: 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' 
> Cc: K5HM 
> Subject: Re: [BVARC] BVARC Elections in November
>
> I will run against Juliet Echo Romeo Romeo Yankee
>
>
>
> 73,
>
> Ron, K5HM
>
> k5hm@gmail.com
>
> www.qrz.com/db/k5hm
>
> [image: ARRL Logo][image: logo (2)][image: smaller Prize]
>
> *Excelsior!*
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Rick Hiller
> -- W5RH via BVARC
> *Sent:* Thursday, October 27, 2016 5:44 PM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* Rick Hiller -- W5RH 
> *Subject:* [BVARC] BVARC Elections in November
>
>
>
>
>
> *BVARC Elections – Opportunities for you to serve your club.*
>
>
>
> Club elections will be held at the November meeting.   I, W5RH, am the
> coordinator for the re-election committee, consisting of past presidents –
> Kirk—KK2Z and Mike -- N5VCX.
>
>
>
> As all Board of Director's positions are elected positions, we are looking
> for candidates for *Vice President*, *Treasurer*, *1 year At Large
> Director* and *2 year At Large Director*. If you would like to be
> involved with the club BOD management team, contact me and let me know that
> you are interested in running as a candidate.  I would be pleased to answer
> any questions about these offices and their duties.
>
>
>
> BVARC needs your help to keep the club running smoothly and securing a
> prosperous future.  It takes very little time and effort on your part each
> month, plus, Board of Director appointments and meetings are a lot of fun.
>
>
>
> TNX and 73…..Rick – W5RH
>
>
>
> Contact me at:  *rickhille...@gmail.com*   or
> 832-474-3713 during the day
>
>
> Rick Hiller
>
> *The Radio Hotel*  -- W5RH
>
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Re: [BVARC] capacitor

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I have a whole pile of French capacitors. They were used in a 2KW plasma
generator.
I will give you a box and you remove the capacitor and return the rest


Michael Monsour 832 829 2227 cell

On Mon, Oct 24, 2016 at 6:55 PM, Rick Hiller via BVARC 
wrote:

> Probably, but not home right now to check.   Does it have to be the same
> dimensions or can it be bigger?
> Rick
>
> Sent from my i-Thingamajig
>
> On Oct 24, 2016, at 12:14 PM, Travis Burgess via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Does anyone have an Air variable capacitor
> , ~10-200pf (e.g. MFJ
> 282-2005) they have no need for?
>
> I would like to negotiate an equitable change of hands.  The MFJ lists for
> about $24.  What I want should be able to handle 100 watts.
>
>
>
> Travis
>
> K5HTB
>
>
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Re: [BVARC] Internet (Comcast) is down

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Buy a new modem
If the tech comes out and finds out the problem is *your* equipment I
cannot see how that would be free

On Tue, Sep 13, 2016 at 9:52 AM, EMD Cebridge via BVARC 
wrote:

> If your modem is not a DOCS 3 modem that may be why its not working. If so
> upgrade you need to upgrade your modem. Robert KD5YVQ
>
>
> --
>
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *n5xz via
> BVARC
> *Sent:* Tuesday, September 13, 2016 12:46 AM
> *To:* BVARC Reflector; TDXS Reflector
> *Cc:* n5xz
> *Subject:* [BVARC] Internet (Comcast) is down
>
>
>
> My internet is down here and Comcast can't send a tech until Saturday.
>  What troubleshooting can I do with practically 0 equipment? I have a
> Motorola Surfboard modem (I own). Any ideas to get my Internet back before
> Saturday?
>
>
>
> Allen N5XZ
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Sent from my Verizon 4G LTE smartphone
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Re: [BVARC] 2 electrolytic capacitors needed

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

EPO and Ace Electronics have these capacitors...
Except reading the date code ,says most of them were manufactured in the
70s and 80s
Michael Monsour

On Sat, Aug 6, 2016 at 6:04 PM, gary sitton via BVARC 
wrote:

> EPO?
>
> Gary
> via CloudMagic Email
> 
> On Sat, Aug 06, 2016 at 5:33 PM, Bill Crowell, N4HPG via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
> Howdy all,
>
> I need 2 large electrolytic capacitors. 35mm in diameter and 35V rated.
> Value isn’t critical over 10,000 microfarad will suffice.
>
> B
> Bill Crowell, N4HPG
> Pearland, TX
> n4...@comcast.net
> I prefer to live a life of galvanic isolation.
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Re: [BVARC] Win10 Outlook / Win7

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I will give up on Windows 7 when you pry my cold dead fingers off of it

Eventually ,of course, i will purchase a new PC pre-loaded with 10

On Wed, Jul 27, 2016 at 3:29 PM, Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC <
bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:

> So what happens if you avoid Outlook(tm) entirely by using Windows7(tm)
> and the ISP ( Service Provider, eg. Comcast ) mail system?
> ( I may be about to find out, once the new refurb HP8570P machine is
> *backed-up properly* ).
>
> *Jon L. Livingston, Electronics Technician*
>
> 17722 Fieldglen Drive ( SE of  FM529 & B.Cypress)
>
> Houston, Texas 77084
>
>
>
> *jkli...@comcast.net* 
>
>
>
> *(832)-591-0082 <%28832%29-591-0082>   mobile Cellular  *
>
>
>
> General Radiotelephone license PGGB062294
>
> CET Wireless Communications WCM-R150251
> Amateur Radio license KB0MNM  73
>
> --
> *From: *"Scott Royall via BVARC" 
> *To: *"BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB" 
> *Cc: *"Scott Royall" 
> *Sent: *Wednesday, July 27, 2016 3:09:22 PM
> *Subject: *Re: [BVARC] Win10 upgrade problem
>
> There is that. Of course, Office updates automatically if you're a Home
> Office subscriber.
>
>
>
> *From:* JP Pritchard [mailto:jppn...@comcast.net]
> *Sent:* Wednesday, July 27, 2016 14:50
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* Scott Royall 
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Win10 upgrade problem
>
>
>
> I've had win10 on all but one of my several computers for a year now. They
> give very little trouble. However, unless you figure out how disable
> automatic updates, you will occasionally find that everything is running
> sluggishly for a while while an update occurs in the background. Also I
> find that Outlook 2003 too often locks up, needing a repair executed from
> the Programs page under Control Panel.
>
>
>
> JP Pritchard
>
> KG3JPP
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>
> On Jul 27, 2016, at 1:33 PM, Scott Royall via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Ah, another voice of sanity heard. I suppose this is where I unfurl my
> flag of elitism and go on record as saying people should have to pass
> proficiency tests before buying computers. They ostensibly do for vehicles.
> But then, in my jaundiced opinion, that should be true for most things,
> starting with parenting.
>
>
>
> Of course, that won’t ever happen, partly because companies would go
> bankrupt waiting for potential customers to pass the requisite tests! Hams,
> in aggregate, are a bunch of old white guys, including me. Statistically
> speaking, we’re probably not the sharpest knives in the drawer of mental
> agility, and really understanding computers isn't as trivial as companies
> would want. There are exceptions, but I’d bet heavily that the reasons
> those “8.1” apps Jo couldn't get to run in Windows 10 all boil down to user
> error. I can be so confident about that because Windows 10 *is* Windows
> 8.1 reworked a bit. Microsoft literally cannot totally rewrite Windows
> because backward compatibility keeps them profitable.
>
>
>
> I cannot speak for other hams as individuals, but understanding computers
> isn't optional for me. Computers are what enable me to function; I am the
> one who suffers if I can’t resolve a software issue I’m having. Some of you
> have heard me on-air, and guess who wrote that application. To be clear,
> it’s constructed of commercial components, but I did the constructing so I
> have to maintain a good general understanding of Windows internals. As one
> result, I always know when falsehoods and half-truths about Windows start
> swirling around.
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org ] *On
> Behalf Of *Jeffrey Carson via BVARC
> *Sent:* Wednesday, July 27, 2016 11:59
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> *Cc:* Jeffrey Carson 
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Win10 upgrade problem
>
>
>
> I just put 10 on my last PC at home yesterday.
>
> It took about 4 hours to install and reboot, appeared to get stuck many
> times during the process.
>
>
>
> Ran like CRAP for the first 20, then rebooted, worked good for a few, then
> CRAP again, rebooted.
>
> Basically its installing a whole load of drivers and such during the first
> few boots, so make sure you dont need the computer immediately after for
> anything urgent. About 3 reboots and its just like my other w10 machines,
> just fine.
>
>
> --
>
> *From:* jo.l.keener--- via BVARC 
> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Cc:* "jo.l.kee...@juno.com" ; gasit...@comcast.net;
> n...@earthlink.net; jkli...@comcast.net; tdxs-l...@tdxs.net;
> bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Sent:* Wednesday, July 27, 2016 11:38 AM
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Win10 upgrade problem
>
>
>
> I tried windows 10 and had more nightmares than carter's little liver
> pills. STICK with 8.1.  I had to take my tower to Geek squad to 

Re: [BVARC] Everyday EMF

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Years ago, A power station in North Dakota had a DC power line  built
through Minnesota. The farmers were 'up in arms' about this. There was a
scheduled turn on date and then the farmers started to complain about
cattle, chickens dying etc.
Except the turn on date was postponed due to technical difficulties... so
the complaints were false...
Farmers started to topple high tension towers then someone had the bright
idea to sell the transmission to the Federal government.
The next tower fell down and the FBI, IRS and state and federal inspectors
for this, that and everything else came out. Easy find was finding heating
fuel [untaxed and illegal] in tractors. That tower toppling came to an end

On Thu, Jun 30, 2016 at 7:43 PM, ricki tavi via BVARC 
wrote:

> Better Call Saul tv show has a main character with this medical condition.
>
>
> If rf causes problems, why not light???
>
>
> On Thursday, June 30, 2016, Paul Easter via BVARC  wrote:
>
>> Having worked around very high level rf fields all my life I have a hard
>> time with this.  The items mentioned use very low power levels.
>>
>> I would like to see some double blind testing of the people that are
>> sensitive to RF.
>>
>>
>> On Jun 30, 2016 11:12 AM, "Irv Smith via BVARC"  wrote:
>>
>>> In an engineering magazine I just read a disturbing article about EMF
>>> problems associated with everyday modern things such as cellphones, WiFi,
>>> Bluetooth, baby monitors, and smart electric meters.  I couldn't find the
>>> article itself online, but this TED talk covers the same ground:
>>>
>>> https://www.emfanalysis.com/tedx-wireless-wake-up-call/.
>>>
>>> Apparently the author is unusually sensitive to such low level EMF.  He
>>> experienced bad effects attributed to a bank of smart electric meters
>>> installed near his apartment's bedroom.  Note that his wife is a medical
>>> doctor and also suffered various aliments.
>>>
>>> Many of us keep our cellphones in shirt or pants pocket. We've all been
>>> warned that this should be a big no-no.  Baby monitors are alleged to be
>>> especially bad for a infant whose growing tissues may be unusually
>>> susceptible to EMF.  What about a pregnant woman with cellphone in a purse
>>> carried next to her abdomen?
>>>
>>> The speaker points out that research on EMF that's funded by the cell
>>> industry is not likely to find any problems — analogous to
>>> tobacco-industry-funded research on smoking some years ago.  And I haven't
>>> yet seen any ominous ads by law firms saying "Call 800-xxx- if you used
>>> a baby monitor!"
>>>
>>> 73 de Irv KK5QQ
>>>
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Re: [BVARC] Refurbishing Aluminum Antennas

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

DX Engineering is your best bet for pieces 6 feet long. Any longer and it
seems it has to go freight. Texas Towers has 10 or 12 foot long pieces. I
hauled some of that stuff back a couple of years ago.
For repair I have some tubing that I will let go for 40 cents a pound
[scrap price]
Use a caliper and tell me the diameter and I will see if I have it and how
long you need it to be
*PRIVATE REPLY ONLY *to msi...@gmail.com
Michael Monsour AC0TX

On Tue, Jun 7, 2016 at 10:16 AM, Roy Storey via BVARC 
wrote:

> Nathan,
>
> Try www.*onlinemetals.com *
> They have all kinds of tubing and will cut to length and ship.
> Not in Houston but a possible source.
>
> Roy Storey W5TKZ -- 73
>
>
> On Tue, Jun 7, 2016 at 8:54 AM, Nathan Vessey via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> On a related note, does anyone know where in Houston can you buy sections
>> of aluminum tubing for repairs?
>>
>> Nathan Vessey
>>
>>
>> On Jun 7, 2016, at 8:07 AM, Rick Hiller via BVARC 
>> wrote:
>>
>> Aluminum Oxide based sandpaper works too.  I have use a bit of 3 in 1 oil
>> with AL oxide sandpaper when cleaning element ends.   Or just use the
>> Ox-GARD or No-Ox conductive paste (found in the electrical department of HD
>> or Loews), spread it thin and sand paper away both the OD of the goes-inta
>> end and the ID of the goes-outta end.
>>
>>
>>
>> At each junction, once the tubing is fit and clamped, check with an ohm
>> meter.  You can buy AL Oxide in bulk if you wish to make your own batch of
>> conductive grease.
>>
>>
>>
>> Maybe the resident chemist, KS5V, has a comment on the make-up of
>> conductive grease…..Dan???
>>
>>
>>
>> 73….RH
>>
>>
>>
>> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org ] *On
>> Behalf Of *Travis Burgess via BVARC
>> *Sent:* Tuesday, June 07, 2016 7:28 AM
>> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
>> *Cc:* Travis Burgess 
>> *Subject:* [BVARC] Refurbishing Aluminum Antennas
>>
>>
>>
>> The following was copy/pasta from the GQRP Yahoo group today:
>>
>> Travis, K5HTB
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> refurbing Ali antennas
>> 
>> Tue Jun 7, 2016 12:32 am (PDT) . Posted by:"Dominic Baines" DomBaines
>> 
>>
>> Over on CDXC I saw this post and thought this snippit of advise might be
>> useful for those (like me) that service the Ali antenna bits from time
>> to time and get rid of the creepy crawlies that setup home in the traps.
>> It worked too, I used these plumbers strips used to clean up copper
>> tubing before soldering. Apologies to those that already knew this.
>>
>> The author is Vic G4BYG, who is in my log a few times since 2012 (160m
>> contest), I do not know if he is a GQRP member or not but he seems to
>> love messing with antennas according to my notes.
>>
>> " strip of Emery Cloth dipped in petroleum jelly (Vaseline!!!) and
>> then rub on both mating surfaces till you get a nice grey conductive
>> paste.
>>
>> This is the method we used when joining (by clamps) Aluminium Bus Bars
>> above telephone exchange racks. Stops oxidisation.
>>
>> Used this method for years on telescoping ally tubing with no problems.
>>
>> Its CHEAP and effective.:-)
>>
>> HINT !!! Most Copper Slip is NON conductive.
>>
>> Try dipping your multimeter probes into the gump and see just how Open
>> Circuit it is.
>>
>> "
>>
>> 72
>>
>> Dom
>> M1KTA
>>
>>
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Re: [BVARC] Picture-Help

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

There is somebody on the HVRA Board that was a member of the Houston ARC
but he has no E mail and see if he can recognize anyone
Michael Monsour

On Sat, May 21, 2016 at 2:54 PM, Allen F. Mattis via BVARC 
wrote:

> I've seen this photograph before somewhere.  It was not in any of my
> Historical Vignettes columns.  I believe the photograph pre-dates BVARC
> which was founded in 1977.  The frequency on the truck is 75 meters which
> probably means it was before Houston had any well developed repeater
> coverage.
>
> Allen N5AFV
> BVARC Club Historian
>
>
>
> At 09:56 AM 5/21/2016, you wrote:
>
> anybody know about this attached picture ?
>>
>> names, date, location, why ?
>>
>> thanks- AK5G
>>
>>
>>
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Re: [BVARC] Sad News -- Dave, K5NDB (SK)

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I would have gone to his memorial/funeral service if I had known
Michael Monsour

On Fri, May 6, 2016 at 9:27 AM, Michael Donoghue via BVARC 
wrote:

> Sorry to hear that Rick and will keep him in prayers. Only knew him from
> the ten ten net and he always checked in. When conditions allowed.
>
> On Thursday, May 5, 2016, Rick Hiller via BVARC  wrote:
>
>> I just received a phone call from Dave’s wife.   Dave Barber, K5NDB, 74,
>> became a Silent Key on April 16th.
>>
>>
>>
>> Many knew Dave thru the BVARC Nets and Ten-Ten SHOT Net, but he had not
>> been active for the past few years due to him not being able to speak very
>> well.   Dave got into the hobby late in life, but enjoyed the folks that he
>> met and the club activities.  He was, in life, an electronic gear-head,
>> starting in the Navy, then working in the geophysical industry as an
>> electronic tech and IT tech manager for Fairfield.
>>
>>
>>
>> The memorial service and funeral have all occurred, so no future services
>> will be held.   Just keep Dave in your thoughts.
>>
>>
>>
>> RIP, Dave -- K5NDB (SK)
>>
>>
>>
>> 73…Rick – W5RH
>>
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[BVARC] REMINDER Service for SK KC5KRV

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

KC5KRV, Patricia Abbott-Jones, we all know her as "Angel". passed away
Sunday April 3rd.  Angel was married to N5EVD (Billy Jones).  Services to be
held as follows:

April 10th @ 3:00PM Sunday tomorrow
The Settegast-Kopf Company
15015 Southwest Fwy.
Sugar Land, TX  77478

Billy would enjoy hearing from the club.
His phone number is 281-240-2540.
Billy does not have any family in Houston and no children.  So phone calls
would help.


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Re: [BVARC] Tower climber wanted

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

A tower climber deserves $100 an hour
Michael Monsour

On Thu, Apr 7, 2016 at 12:41 PM, Irv Smith via BVARC 
wrote:

> A man saw my ham radio license plate in a restaurant parking lot and asked
> if I knew anybody who could climb radio towers.  I told him our club
> president climbed 2000' ones for a living.
>
> But this fellow's tower is only 80' high.  He lives in the country south
> of Arcola, and has some sort of an Internet antenna on top.  Occasionally
> he needs somebody to adjust it (the aim, I suppose) while he stays on the
> ground.  I didn't get any details, such as exactly what type of
> construction the tower is.
>
> Contact Jason Freeman: (C) 713-540-1305; (O) 713-414-3157
> jstfree...@outlook.com
>
> I assume he would make it worthwhile for a B-VARC member to drive out his
> way . . .
>
> 73 de Irv, KK5QQ
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Re: [BVARC] build a bandpass filter

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

MSWE Museum Ships Weekend Event
There are three 'ships' in the area
Battleship Texas
Stewart at Seawolf Park in Galveston
and
French Liberty Ship SS Grandcamp and Liberty Ship High Flyer at Texas City
Anchor Park, Saturday is a TARS event with other people arriving. Sunday is
open
Michael Monsour

On Mon, Apr 4, 2016 at 2:39 PM, JP Pritchard via BVARC 
wrote:

> Thanks so much for replies to my question and some very kind comments.  I
> am really enjoying my trip back into ham radio. But I hope I haven't made a
> mistake that I can't take back.  I wrote an earlier reply and the list
> serve replied with "permanent error" in very bold letters. :)  I don't know
> what that means, but I hope it's not as scary as it sounds, kind of like
> "cardinal sin."
>
> JP
>
> --
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Ravi
> Ratnala (personal) via BVARC
> *Sent:* Monday, April 04, 2016 2:10 PM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
> *Cc:* Ravi Ratnala (personal)
> *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] build a bandpass filter
>
> Many great memories here too, Mr. Pritchard - going all the way back to
> elementary school (back in the 70s - I seem to recall a station called
> KULF?).  Those were the days when I first became fascinated with radio, and
> when I first got my Novice License (CW @ 5WPM, IIRC).
>
> Anyway, welcome back to the hobby, and welcome to the club!
>
> 73,
>
> KF5YHP
>
> 
> On 4/4/2016 1:41 PM, Michael Rapp via BVARC wrote:
>
> Hi JP,
>
> MSWE is Museum Ships Weekend held in early June.  It's a yearly even in
> which various ham radio groups activate current or past Museum Ships (such
> as the USS Texas) all over the country by running special event stations on
> them.
>
> TARS is the Tidelands Amateur Radio Society based in Texas City.
>
> BTW, I have many, many fond memories growing up listening to you as my dad
> drove my sister and I to school each morning.  I think it's wonderful that
> you're getting back into ham radio.
>
> 73,
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Re: [BVARC] build a bandpass filter

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

You buy the thing!
I have almost a complete set of Bandpass filters [ minus 30 and 60 meters]
most of them are the most expensive kind. I have one which I think is 15
meters which is the cheaper type but it is suitable in the environment for
MSWE and Field Day
Curves are available from the vendor that shows how effective that they are
and if any other bands may leak through
As i recall there was one Bandpass filter of the cheaper type that was not
suitable as it let one other band through

With a good bandpass filter [ the more expensive one] the whole band is
usable

I have the following filters 160, 80, 40 20 15, 17, 12[?] 10
I may not have 12 meters as MSWE does not operate there

They are *ONLY* available for my MSWE and TARS Field Day

But I can bring two examples and take the covers off and see the difference

Michael Monsour

On Sun, Apr 3, 2016 at 8:40 AM, Travis Burgess via BVARC 
wrote:

>
> Bob,  here is a link to home brew band pass filters.
>
> http://www.n1nc.org/Filters/
>
> Travis
> K5HTB
> 
> The NVARC “Ugly” Filter Project 
> www.n1nc.org
> 1 For those that may not be into the mathematics of electric filter
> design, Butterworth and Chebyshev refers to the mathematician who’s
> polynomial expressions ...
>
>
>
> --
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> BVARC 
> *Sent:* Sunday, April 3, 2016 8:13 AM
> *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
> *Cc:* Bob Hawkins
> *Subject:* [BVARC] build a bandpass filter
>
> I want a 20 meter bandpass filter. Should I buy off the shelf or build?
>
> Do off the shelf filter come pre-tuned to center of the band?
>
> If I build, is an oscilloscope the only way to tune a bpf?
>
>
> Bob H
> KD5AT
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Re: [BVARC] Resent with meeting time. We want your observations about the Hamfest by Friday

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

John:
When selecting tables, automatically getting a Hamfest admission ticket is
not good.
Yes for the one person for one table it does work...
For the multiple table like I did THEN I realized I needed an extra table I
got stuck with getting an extra ticket.

All this can be solved with a red scrolling message that says Tables do not
include admission
Initially, not having to be able to select specific tables generated much
hate. In print I will not describe what I truly feel.
I went to the Orange hamfest with one table and they said the person who
hands out tables has the most responsibility to ensure everybody is happy

By the way i went to the Raine ,LA Hamfest where Kenwood, Yaesu and MFJ
were.
I asked all three why they were there. 650 people one day hamfest
I would like to give a very brief talk what I learned. It is enlightening
Michael Monsour

On Wed, Mar 30, 2016 at 9:43 PM, John Chauvin via BVARC 
wrote:

> This is a reminder that you are invited to attend the Hamfest Debriefing
> meeting this Saturday, April 2, 10:30 AM, at Bayland Park, Bayland
> Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St. Houston, 77074.
>
> Whether or not you can attend, please write up your observations and get
> them to me.  We want "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly."  For those things
> that we did right, let us know and how we might be able to further improve
> them.  For those that weren't so good, let us know and any constructive
> suggestions that you might have.  Do you have any practical new ideas?
>
> Please send them to me before 6PM Friday and I will compile them into a
> handout, without comment, for distribution at the meeting.
>
> Tnx es 73
> de, John, K5IZO
> Co-Chairperson, Greater Houston Hamfest 2016
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Re: [BVARC] [tdxs-list] Old Radios - Non Ham

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

*As the HVRA Board Secretary*
Last year's auction at the TARS hamfest started at 11 am
Registration for the HVRA auction for last year costs $2.00
Any 'TARS Yellow Shirt' gets in for free as I will donate the entry cost.
[This is to comply with Texas State law regarding auctions]
We got done with our yearly convention now we can plan for the auction at
the TARS Hamfest
The assumption is that auction participants will pay the Hamfest fee

Michael Monsour HVRA Board Secretary AC0TX


On Sun, Feb 21, 2016 at 11:37 AM, WILLIS COOKE via BVARC 
wrote:

> The auction is Saturday afternoon and the TARS hamfest will be Saturday
> morning July 16 at the Lowery Center in Texas City.  Doors will open at
> 0800 for the public and 0700 for vendors.  The morning will be for doing
> ham business with the vendors and the ham resale tables.  The auction items
> will be viewable Saturday morning and the auction in the afternoon.
> Tickets will be available soon and the auction will be in the afternoon.
> It is a great day to visit with old friends and ham buddies.  The auction
> is only a $1 to register and there have been lots of old radios, parts and
> antique ham stuff, test equipment, tubes, etc.  An annual reshuffle of
> goodies for antique and ham reshuffle, downsizing and silent key
> redistribution.  As Chairman of the Event, I have no pre-auction list but
> past experience show it to be an opportunity to convert a small pile of
> cash into a large pile of stuff to look at, work on and redistribute what
> you don't want next year, all for a good cause.
>
> Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,
> Tidelands Hamfest Chairman
> K5EWJ & Trustee N5BPS
>
>
> --
> *From:* Robie Elms 
> *To:* WILLIS COOKE 
> *Sent:* Saturday, February 20, 2016 12:20 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [tdxs-list] Old Radios - Non Ham
>
> Cookie,
>
> I am glad to hear you are doing well!  Where is the auction?
>
> Robie
>
> On Sat, Feb 20, 2016 at 5:11 PM, WILLIS COOKE  wrote:
>
> Neat Robie!!  TARS shares a venue each July with the Houston Antique Radio
> Club and the Antique guys have an auction each year Saturday Afternoon.  It
> is a good place to pick up some boat anchor good time or Ham radio sets for
> repair and use.  Prices are usually good, but sometimes rare stuff is bid
> up a lot.
>
> Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,
>
>
>
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> *To:* TDXS List 
> *Sent:* Saturday, February 20, 2016 6:42 AM
> *Subject:* [tdxs-list] Old Radios - Non Ham
>
> All,
>
> I found this piece about old radios fascinating.  As an early teenager I
> searched my
> grandfathers barn for old radios.  I found several of them and actually
> got some of them to work!  Many of them required batteries - where could i
> find a 67 volt battery???  All of this lead me to ham radio a few years
> later.
>
> Anyway, watching this video brought back a lot of good memories!
>
>
> http://www.greatbigstory.com/stories/that-good-old-sound-giving-voice-to-forgotten-radios?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool=obnetwork
>
> Robie - AJ4F
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[BVARC] TOWER SECTIONS FOR SALE

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

*From Bill Stone's estate*


*one Rohn 25 G 10 foot section   $10*


*Two Rohn 25 G top sections, one seems to be 8 to 10 feet tall the other
section is around 5 to 6 feet tall  each $10*


*The towers has been dismantled*


*Two heavy duty gin pole clamps will be given to Jerry Mueller because of
his previous generosity.*


*The surviving antennas as well as everything else will be sold at Hamfests*



*Contact Norma at 281 779 5599*

*Michael Monsour AC0TX*
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Re: [BVARC] Free Motorola GM 300 Radios.

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Jo
I will take them all!
Michael Monsour

On Sun, Dec 27, 2015 at 9:52 AM, Jo. L. Keener via BVARC 
wrote:

>
> Folks:  Cleaning out for the new year..
>
> I have 3  Motorola GM 300 radios for the taking..
>
> 1 VHF 16 channels  High Power
> 1VHF  8 Channel  low power
>
> 1 UHF  16 Ch High power.
>
> I have mounting brackets and 1-2 mikes.
> These are 25 KC split so can not be used in commercial radio service.
>
>
>
> Jo. L.
>
> ke7nsb
> 832-539-1935
>
> 
> Get up to a $500 bonus
> with a qualifying deposit to an Ally IRA from outside Ally Bank
> http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/56800997b4249967f70st03vuc
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Re: [BVARC] Jerry's Tower and Antenna Raising PARTY

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I will be there
But you seem to indicate all will be done by noon? Please answer
Michael Monsour
832 229 2227

On Tue, Nov 17, 2015 at 11:32 AM, Scott Royall via BVARC 
wrote:

> Have you ever considered just hiring a team of professionals for a project
> this size? I mean, you're asking seven individuals who don’t routinely work
> together to convene in your backyard to hoist hunks of metal up into the
> air. Yeah, should be fun, but it might be some other things not especially
> pleasant. Is your insurance agent invited to the party? Sorry, I don’t mean
> to be the proverbial wet blanket, but seven people not normally teamed up
> is a lot of cats to mind. Just a thought.
>
>
>
> *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *GMuller885---
> via BVARC
> *Sent:* Tuesday, November 17, 2015 11:05
> *To:* bvarc@bvarc.org
> *Cc:* gmuller...@aol.com; wb5...@arrl.net; e...@w5eco.org;
> tdxs-l...@tdxs.net
> *Subject:* [BVARC] Jerry's Tower and Antenna Raising PARTY
>
>
>
> Good morning Folks:
>
>  Although the weather is nasty out side now it is GOING TO BE GREAT
> SATURDAY.  We will start around 8 am.  There will be Donuts and coffee  and
> plenty of water.  After 1200 PM we will have  Pizza and liquid refreshment
> for those who wish to stay around.  All are welcome to come and watch or
> help.  As far as I know the 2 climbers are still on. Ground crew is
> thinning out so if you volunteered please respond to this EMail so I can
> get an accurate count.
>
> Address 12103 Crystalwood Dr
>
>  Houston, TX  77013
>
>  713-455-8752
>
>
>
> Gerald Muller K9GEM
> gmuller...@aol.com
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[BVARC] ELECTIONS CORN BREAD AND CHILI NIGHT TONIGHT

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

We Need You for BVARC Elections!
*TONIGHT!*


*Corn Bread and Chili Night*
*As well as crackers, onions, cheese and other condiments. Soda pop with
ice will be there too* *There will be a chili cook off with one **big**
prize and two runner up prizes.*

*There will also be a corn bread contest with at least a **big** prize
awarded.*



*Chili contest !*

*Corn bread contest!*

*Prizes from BVARC and the Sugar Land SKEETERS*

*All judging will be by the Sugar Land SKEETERS*



*November 12 Thursday at 7:30PM*

*The lodge opens at 6 PM for chili and corn bread contestants*

*At the Masonic Lodge Sugar Land*

*421 Eldridge Rd, Sugar Land 77478*
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[BVARC] Elections and Corn Bread and Chili Night

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

We Need You for BVARC Elections!
*This Thursday, Four Positions to be filled*


Corn Bread and Chili Night *As well as crackers, onions, cheese and other
condiments* *There will be a chili cook off with one **big** prize and two
runner up prizes.*

*There will also be a corn bread contest with at least a **big** prize
awarded.*



*Chili contest !*

*Corn bread contest!*





*All judging will be by the Sugar Land SKEETERS*



*November 12 Thursday at 7:30PM*

*The lodge opens at 6 PM for chili and corn bread contestants*

*At the Masonic Lodge Sugar Land*

*421 Eldridge Rd, Sugar Land 77478*
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Re: [BVARC] Free Vertical Antennas

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Rick:
This E mail will be very useful for my work.
I can point out that the vertical in Bill's backyard is worth not too much
except as scrap alumninum
M Monsour

On Fri, Oct 30, 2015 at 10:34 PM, Rick Hiller via BVARC 
wrote:

> If you are looking for a vertical antenna, I might have just what you need.
>
> Take 1,2 or all 3.
>
>
>
> I have:
>
> 2   *Cushcraft R5*  -- 5 band 10,12,15,17,20 meter verticals
>
>
>
> 1   *Cushcraft R4* – 4 band 10,12,15,20 meter vertical
>
>
>
> Details at:   http://www.cushcraftamateur.com/
>
>
>
> They are free for the taking, but there are caveats….
>
>They all need TLC
>
>They all need some minor parts  (base section, traps, hats,
> radials, matching boxes are all there)
>
>No Manuals – easily downloaded from the Cushcraft website
>
>You cannot return them to me.
>
>They come with no guarantee.
>
>
>
> They are ready to be picked up at my house in SW Houston or at my work in
> West Chase ( I will not deliver).
>
> Each package is, at most, 7 feet long, about 8 inches in diameter.
>
>
>
> E-mail me or call me 832-474-3713.
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[BVARC] Free ride, free entry ticket and free lunch at South Texas hamfest

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

*Do you want to go to the South Texas hamfest for free?*

*NO gas charge, no driving*

*Free admission via a prepaid admission ticket*


*A free lunch via a prepaid lunch*

*Hook:*

*Be at my house no later than 3AM Saturday morning to make it to the
Hamfest by 7AM [or earlier] setup time.*

*I will bring my cart so there is no heavy carrying.*


*The only thing I really need is when I am not at the table that you are at
the table to keep the thieves at bay.*


*I need a 100% commitment*


*Plus you can bring a few items to sell*


*I am selling Bill Stone's estate for Norma*


*Reply ONLY to my personal e mail which is*


*msi...@gmail.com  OR my cell phone from 9AM to 9pm 832
829 2227 *
*Michael Monsour AC0TX*
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Re: [BVARC] Pictures of the antenna for my party.

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

To make the neighbors MORE happy

Just tell them that your antenna also acts as a lightning rod that protects
surrounding neighbors

On Fri, Oct 23, 2015 at 10:46 AM, Christopher Harris via BVARC <
bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:

> What is your target date?
>
> Christopher L. Harris
> clhar...@lumadyne.com
>
> This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended
> solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed.
> If you have received this email in error please notify your system manager.
>
> On Oct 23, 2015, at 10:34 AM, GMuller885--- via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Folks:
>  This is why I need a large ground crew, 7 or more people. Neighbors
> are good with it. Just need a lot of help on the ground. Only have 6 people
> so far. I have three climbers and three ground crew.
>
> Gerald Muller K9GEM
> gmuller...@aol.com
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Re: [BVARC] Sad news you may have missed

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Sometimes a place of 'shelter' is not safe either
We took in a poor soul who had no other place to go to
He became part of the family
Friday, I took him done for a normal medical procedure
They killed him!

If you know details do not post them in print
Neither will I give further details in print

Michael Monsour

On Wed, Sep 23, 2015 at 11:38 AM, Bruce via BVARC  wrote:

> yah, a bunch of my friends are looking at retiring. it is hard enough to
> enforce the law under normal conditions let alone when goofballs are now
> gunning for you. my wife will not let me stop for something to eat while on
> duty nor stop for gas on my way to/from work.
>
> 73...bruce
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Sep 23, 2015, 11:18:00 AM, Donovan Balli via BVARC wrote:
> http://www.arrl.org/news/view/radio-amateur-deputy-sheriff-shot-and-killed-in-florida
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Re: [BVARC] i WILL NOT BE ATTENDING TONIGHT

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I would want to hear [read about]  your idea(s)
Send me via my Email which is
msi...@gmail.com

Michael Monsour

On Thu, Sep 10, 2015 at 3:46 PM, Bill Crowell via BVARC 
wrote:

>
> I did not realize that I was supposed to be defending my thesis.
> Apparently there is only one source of truth that is acceptable about
> antennas and I am not it.
>
> Bill Crowell
> Pearland, TX
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Re: [BVARC] Fwd: radios

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I keep reading that some Bofong radio ARE Type Accepted to transmit out of
the Amateur Bands
maybe i am wrong
One just needs a license or permission to do so

Michael Monsour

On Thu, Sep 10, 2015 at 4:02 PM, Randy Pugh via BVARC 
wrote:

> I appreciate all the comments.I am not the person who wants to use these
> radio,s outside the ham bands.The fact is KF5OXF  bought these with the
> idea that the radios could be used in his repair work for the city of
> needville.He is technically able to repair,operate any radio system as his
> understanding is far superior to any or most hams.The seller told him the
> radio,s would easily work outside of the ham bands.I am in no way an
> advocate for illegal operation.I am just trying to help a friend get proper
> info.Dont shoot me I am only the messenger.73s all de AA5OA.
>
> On Thu, Sep 10, 2015 at 6:54 AM, Michael Wrenn via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
>> I see that Bruce is still a stickler for the law, thanks for the useless
>> info there Bruce!
>>
>> Randy, are these the same two radios that you had an issue with last
>> year? More specifically, the exact same issue? Ron gave you some great info
>> the last time
>>
>> 
>>
>> Main Trading Co,'s web site states that the radio operates in this range.
>>  http://www.mtcradio.com/wouxun-kg-uv6d-v2-dual-band-vhf-uhf-199-channel-han
>> dheld-commercial-radio-w-2-5-step/ 
>> http://www.mtcradio.com/wouxun-kg-uv6d-v2-dual-band-vhf-uhf-199-channel-hand
>> held-commercial-radio-w-2-5-step/ 
>> 
>>
>> I suggest a call to them, as they are the largest distributor.
>>
>> Also try Ken Mirabella of Powerwerx  
>> http://www.powerwerx.com/http://www.powerwerx.com/
>>
>> 
>>
>> Here is a PDF manual which might be useful if you have not already seen
>> it - https://lggagnon.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/wouxun61.pdf.  The
>> manual does not actually tell you how to do the unlock but instead refers
>> you to the help files of the programming software. So, ensure that you have
>> the latest version of Chirp. I've found that I had to use a different model
>> number in the chirp software in order program my wife's Wouxon.
>>
>> A key point that I found on page 17 - "5. take care when frequency
>> unlocking. Save all factory settings first by doing a “Program, Read from
>> Radio, File, Save”. If you decide to perform a frequency unlock the new TX
>> range must match the RX range."
>>
>> And as Ron pointed out last time, not all Wouxon are created equal, even
>> if they do share the same model number. You could have the unlockable model.
>>
>> Good Luck (o:
>>
>> Seven Three,
>>
>> Michael - K5WRN
>> http://www.qrz.com/db/K5WRN
>>
>> On Wed, Sep 9, 2015 at 9:54 PM, Bruce via BVARC  wrote:
>>
>>> you do know that any radio can be modified to operate within the ham
>>> bands and does not have to be fcc type accepted. however, if you take a ham
>>> radio and modify it to use within an fcc type accepted service, it must be
>>> type accepted for that service. you would basically be using an
>>> unauthorized radio in the service you were attempting to program it to
>>> transmit in. that is why it is locked out. they would not be able to import
>>> them if they transmitted in an unauthorized service.
>>>
>>> 73...bruce
>>>
>>>
>>> On 9/9/2015 9:40 PM, Randy Pugh via BVARC wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>> -- Forwarded message --
>>> From: Vincent Newman 
>>> Date: Wed, Sep 9, 2015 at 9:36 PM
>>> Subject: radios
>>> To: rettv...@gmail.com
>>>
>>>
>>> I have 2 Wouxun transceivers Model# KG-UV6D V2
>>> These radios are UHF/VHF dual band multifunctional 2-ways.  I bought
>>> these radios to replace 2ea City of Needville HT transceivers, which uses
>>> 461.875 for receive and 466.875 for transmit.  Digital coded squelch is
>>> 162.  Radios as shipped to me came with VHF transmit 144-148, receive
>>> 136-174.  UHF transmit was 420-450 MHz.  Receive is 420-520 MHz.  Serial
>>> number of the radios are:  M03CT7608 AND M03CT7610.  I am able to program
>>> the radios to any of the frequencies as listed above, but I was told that
>>> the transmit frequency would need to be unlocked if I needed to use the
>>> 466.875 transmit with DCS162.  For programming the radio through the
>>> computer, I have both Wouxun and Chirp software programs installed.  The
>>> only problem I have is unable to get the unlock function to take effect, so
>>> the proper transmit frequency can be programmed without getting an "out of
>>> band" message.  I have sent a prior email to a Wouxun distributor on Ebay,
>>> and he fails to give
>>>  me an answer for the unlocking.  However, I have the Wouxun unlock
>>> screen that shows up on my computer, and can set band limits but I can't
>>> get it to 

Re: [BVARC] New Icom Rig -- IC 7300

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

The ICOM 7300 is supposed to go for around $1200 to $1500

Can one get a 100Watt Flex for that?

On Sun, Aug 30, 2015 at 3:30 PM, K5HM via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 Roger



 Telepost also offers a QSD process in their aftermarket panadapter for
 certain radios.



 73,

 Ron, K5HM

 k5hm@gmail.com

 www.qrz.com/db/k5hm

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 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Gary Sitton
 via BVARC
 *Sent:* Sunday, August 30, 2015 2:12 PM
 *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Cc:* Gary Sitton gasit...@comcast.net
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] New Icom Rig -- IC 7300



 Ron:

The Flex 5000 was the 1st DDC/DUC from Flex,
 but the 1000, 1500, and 3000 used QSD which is
 a cheaper direct sampling technology as have many
 other SDRs in the last 10 years or so.

 Gary

 On 8/30/2015 09:08, K5HM via BVARC wrote:

 ICOM is claiming that they are the first to offer direct sampling .  I
 thought that most of the new Flex line already did that.



 Seems that all new rigs now claim they are SDR.  Whatever that is.



 73,

 Ron, K5HM

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 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On
 Behalf Of *Rick Hiller via BVARC
 *Sent:* Saturday, August 29, 2015 6:20 PM
 *To:* 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' bvarc@bvarc.org
 bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Cc:* rhil...@sdicgm.com
 *Subject:* [BVARC] New Icom Rig -- IC 7300



 EXTRA, EXTRA, READ ALL ABOUT IT……..



 ICOM IC-7300  SDR



 http://www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/hf/7300/default.aspx




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Re: [BVARC] K0NM de N4HPG

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

If you want Nizar's E mail it is on the roster.
Cam and I have been working diligently to keep E mail addresses and mail
addresses current

Michael Monsour

On Sat, Aug 29, 2015 at 6:12 PM, Bill Crowell via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 I hate to ping the entire list, but I didn’t copy the email address from
 Nizar this afternoon.


 Bill Crowell
 Pearland, TX

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Re: [BVARC] William D. Stone, WS5H - SK

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

 A real friend, who gave me a chance.
I was over at his house just a couple of days ago.

Michael Monsour

On Fri, Jul 31, 2015 at 1:02 PM, K5HM via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 Another good ham went to the Big Hamvention todayay. Though we tangled on
 many things, I will always respect his perseverance and helpful attitude
 Bill accomplished a lot with limited means.  I will miss him.



 73,

 Ron, K5HM

 k5hm@gmail.com

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 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Mike
 Hardwick via BVARC
 *Sent:* Friday, July 31, 2015 12:56 PM
 *To:* 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Cc:* Mike Hardwick n5...@att.net
 *Subject:* [BVARC] William D. Stone, WS5H - SK



 William (Bill) D. Stone, WS5H, passed away this morning after a long
 battle with cancer. As more information becomes available, I will post in
 on the reflector.

 Bill touched many of us and will be missed. Please think good thought for
 Bill’s family and keep them in your payers.



 Mike Hardwick, N5VCX

 Vice President

 Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club





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Re: [BVARC] UPS flights

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

When I was working
I refused to get on 19 passenger aircraft, that is aircraft that  have only
a crew of two.
Those pilots are bottom of the barrel and just beginning to amass flying
hours
If they can get a couple of thousand hours of flying time then they can go
on to better and bigger things

Air Wisconsin flight 965 Minneapolis to Lincoln Nebraska crashed in Iowa,
flew right into a thunderstorm.
The only reason I wasn't on that thing was because another service call in
Iowa opened up, so I decided to drive

Michael Monsour

On Tue, Jul 28, 2015 at 9:28 AM, K5HM via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 Age is not the barrier.  It is very expensive to get multi-engine jet
 qualified. Even then you have to have a minimum number of jet hours beyond
 qualification to be eligible for hire.  That’s why UPS and Fed Ex hire as
 many ex-military pilots as they can.  Very few civilians  can afford to
 amass the required experience and hours it takes to get hired by these
 companies.



 OTOH, it is very easy to get an amateur license, get on the air and make a
 fool of yourself.  You may crash and burn but only in the figurative sense.
 I guess that’s why they call it “Amateur” Radio.



 73,

 Ron, K5HM

 k5hm@gmail.com

 www.qrz.com/db/k5hm

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 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *david
 bankhead via BVARC
 *Sent:* Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:14 AM
 *To:* Bvarc List bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Cc:* david bankhead cheaps...@yahoo.com
 *Subject:* [BVARC] UPS flights




 9-3-2010 and 8-14-2013 UPS flights had accidents and both times pilot and
 co-pilots were killed .

 As Eddie pointed out 16 years old you can get your pilot license .

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Re: [BVARC] The Art of Electronics -- Horowitz and Hill

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

E Bay has paperback 'International' editions for cheap

Michael Monsour

On Thu, Jul 23, 2015 at 9:30 AM, Travis Burgess via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 I you look up Electronics Dummy in your Funk  Wagnalls, you will find a
 photo of me.[image: Emoji]

 Travis
 K5HTB

 --
 To: bvarc@bvarc.org
 Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2015 09:14:28 -0500
 Subject: Re: [BVARC] The Art of Electronics -- Horowitz and Hill
 From: bvarc@bvarc.org
 CC: wz8q@gmail.com

 WOW!   Thanks.



 Tom WZ8Q



 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Jon Noxon
 via BVARC
 *Sent:* Thursday, July 23, 2015 6:31 AM
 *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
 *Cc:* Jon Noxon; rhil...@sdicgm.com; K5HM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] The Art of Electronics -- Horowitz and Hill



 …and here is a pdf download:  Electronics for Dummies - UK Edition -
 University College Cork
 https://www.google.com/url?sa=trct=jq=esrc=ssource=webcd=6ved=0CEMQFjAFahUKEwitnPLGkvHGAhXDlIgKHdDPBgQurl=http://afis.ucc.ie/tbutler/Lecture%25202%2520%28Reading%29.pdfei=ac-wVe3DIsOpogTQn5sgusg=AFQjCNH7bCU4MChbNQ2M1npvUSIVaXyChw



 Enjoy,



 Jon KF5TFJ





 On Jul 23, 2015, at 6:19 AM, K5HM via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:



 Is there a Cliff’s Notes version?



 73,

 Ron, K5HM

 k5hm@gmail.com

 www.qrz.com/db/k5hm

 image001.jpgimage002.jpgimage003.jpg

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 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On
 Behalf Of *Rick Hiller via BVARC
 *Sent:* Wednesday, July 22, 2015 9:11 PM
 *To:* 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' bvarc@bvarc.org;
 h...@yahoogroups.com
 *Cc:* rhil...@sdicgm.com
 *Subject:* [BVARC] The Art of Electronics -- Horowitz and Hill



 QST August has a review of The Art of Electronics by Paul Horowitz and
 Winfield Hill.  This is about the 3rd edition.  A great book, equivalent,
 IMHO, to the Hayward/DeMaw RF design book “Solid State Design for the Radio
 Amateur”.  The AOE covers general electronics; little of RF, but some.



 So this new 3rd edition is $120, but the second edition 1990 can be had
 for the price of a free download.



 Google “The Art of Electronics PDF”   the first link shown will be a PDF
 from the  IATE.OAR.UNCOR.EDU  --  download it.  It is the full 1043 page
 text of the 2ndedition.  28 Meg.



 More great electronics and radio stuff for free.  Don’t you just love the
 Internet?



 Enjoy….73….Rick – W5RH





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Re: [BVARC] BVARC / TDXS FD needs a tribander tomorrow

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

*If *this defective beam came from the storage locker, then someone should
have contacted me at my cell number.
I got loads of parts or lend pieces from my beam 832 829 2227

As it is i will be at HVRA tomorrow morning followed by going to the TARS
Field day in the afternoon

Michael Monsour

On Fri, Jun 26, 2015 at 9:18 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 Check with Pat about his spider beam.



 73 ... Scott KD5FBA





 Scott Medbury

 16802 Aprilmont Drive

 Sugar Land, TX 77498-1941

 smedb...@windstream.net



 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *n5xz via
 BVARC
 *Sent:* Friday, June 26, 2015 8:28 PM
 *To:* BVARC Reflector; TDXS Reflector
 *Cc:* Mr. Mike Davidson N5MT; Mr. Mike Hardwick N5VCX
 *Subject:* [BVARC] BVARC / TDXS FD needs a tribander tomorrow



 Anyone have one? One of the ones we were planning to use was defective. If
 you have one we can use please respond ASAP.



 Allen N5XZ







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Re: [BVARC] My K-3 died.

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Was the MFJ power supply linear or was it swiching??

Michael Monsour

On Sat, Jun 20, 2015 at 4:44 PM, Jon Noxon via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 I can see the headline now: MFJ Murders Innocent Elecraft K3. Film at
 eleven.

 Gerry, sorry for your loss. Replace the MFJ with a PowerWerx.

 Jon/KF5TFJ


 On Jun 20, 2015, at 4:36 PM, Ron Litt via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 What about your amp? Is it ok?
 Ron,K5HM
 On Jun 20, 2015 2:38 PM, Yahoo! via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 Just keep us informed as to how long it takes to have it repaired and how
 badly they will ding your pocket book!
 I you need a rig to just use, I have a 746Pro that I can loan you!
 Regards,
 Ross Lawler - W5HFF




   On Saturday, June 20, 2015 2:06 PM, GMuller885--- via BVARC 
 bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:


  Fellow hams.
 My MFJ power supply died and it took the K-3 with it. The P-3 is ok.
 Talked to Elecraft and they are going to send a box for me to ship it back
 for repair. They are for a nominal price going to upgrade it while there.
 They say it will take two to four weeks. We will see. There service
 department is very customer friendly.

 Gerald Muller K9GEM
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Re: [BVARC] Help/question

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Get a ready made cable for each connector
See Ebay
Make a splice on the cable

AC0TX

On Sun, May 24, 2015 at 7:21 PM, Jackie Moody via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 Okay, fellow hams and electronics gurus, I need some help making a cable
 for a project.  I have the cable and both connectors.  One is a 6-pin DIN,
 the other an 8-pin DIN.  I have the drawings/schematics of which pins do
 what and how to connect them.  I just don’t have any confidence in my
 ability to do this kind of thing any more and don’t have adequate soldering
 equipment to do this kind of project.  Is there anyone who feels confident
 enough to help me with this project?  If so, I would really appreciate it.
 Thanks.

 73 de KC5OHJ


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Re: [BVARC] Telfair

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Al

This is what you need
Just need European three phase
http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-transmitter-Marconi-10-kW-HF-/281354097585?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item418202d3b1

AC0TX

On Tue, May 19, 2015 at 1:57 PM, Scott Royall via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 Tell ‘em about mine.



 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Michael
 Wrenn via BVARC
 *Sent:* Tuesday, May 19, 2015 13:13
 *To:* n5xz; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Telfair



 Depends on what the antenna system is made of. The right raw ingredients
 could be resinable, not sure about resonable though.



 HI

 HI

 As the old guys say (o:


 Seven Three,

 Michael - K5WRN

 http://www.qrz.com/db/K5WRN



 On Tue, May 19, 2015 at 12:47 PM, n5xz via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 I don't call that resonable.







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Re: [BVARC] Telfair Event in SUGARLAND

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Nathan:

 Telfair is the next development in Sugar Land. Right now most(?) of it is
open land.
Seems to be centered on Highway 6 before one gets to the Sugar Land airport.
This will have ~ 2,800 homes, miles of trails,parks with 70 acres of lakes

This is being managed by C.I.A, Services which is the HOA management company
I am allowed an antenna in back of the house no higher than 10 or 20 feet
above the house, so there is resonable accomodation

M. Monsour

On Mon, May 18, 2015 at 11:22 AM, Nathan Vessey via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 What is telfair?

 Nathan Vessey


  On May 18, 2015, at 11:04 AM, Eddie Runner via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 wrote:
 
  I was contacted by a future ham radio operator, Daniel Harris in
 Sugarland
  through the BVARC website.
 
  They are putting on an event in October and want ham radio support.
  Possibly our club support.
 
  I have attached the flyer..  It looks like the event is already well
  attandend and has
  both law enforcement and commercial support..
 
  here is his email
  Eddie (NU5K)
 
 
 
  =
 
  I was wondering if the club would like to partner up with FB emergency
  management or COSL emergency management and show how they help with
  emergency communications ( ie field day )  and see if any of the
 residents
  would like to get involved?   Attached is the generic flier I am sending
 out
  to local companies to see if they are interested
 
  Daniel Harris
  Maintenance Coordinator
 
  Systems. Structure. Stewards.
  713-981-9000 | www.ciaservices.com
  All attendees from last year and tentative attendees please see the
 belo .docx
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Re: [BVARC] Transmission Line Stubs as Filters -- Visalia Presentation

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Rick:

Please send me a copy of that presentation to *ms...@wildflower.net
ms...@wildflower.net*


Sincerely

Michael Monsour

On Thu, Apr 23, 2015 at 11:47 AM, Rick Hiller via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 At the Visalia International DX Convention recently, Ward Silver,
 N(zero)AX,  gave a talk about using coaxial stubs for harmonic filtering at
 multi-multi type stations.



 It is based on the great book by George, W2VJN, “Managing Interstation
 Interference” and includes some additional info.



 Ward was kind enough to send me a copy of the presentation.  If you would
 like a copy, e-mail me.



 73…Rick – W5RH

 rhil...@sdicgm.com



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Re: [BVARC] the 2015 Greater Houston Hamfest

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Nathan:

Several people came Friday to pick up their Saturday 'admission tickets'
There is a need to have a different color wristband for Saturday after 8AM


Also there are people that have horrible skin on their hands and arms (skin
cancer?), the stamp does not stamp well on this skin, need wristband after
8am for those folks


M. Monsour

On Mon, Mar 30, 2015 at 11:25 AM, N5NYV via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 Ladies and Gentlemen,



 Thank you to all who volunteered to help with the greater Houston
 Hamfest.  Without the help the hamfest would never happen.  I personally
 appreciate everyone’s assistance.



 I would also like to thank all those who attended the GHH as without a
 strong attendance there would be no reason for the Hamfest.   I have heard
 from many of the vendors and they are generally pleased with the turn out.
 We look forward to seeing you all next year.



 If you have comments about GHH 2015 good or bad please send them to me at
 nat...@houstonhamfest.org







 Nathan Vessey, N5NYV

 Chairman Greater Houston Hamfest

 nat...@houstonhamfest.org

 832-603-1535

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Re: [BVARC] Slightly off-topic request: Loan of a LCD projector

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

This is a Board decision

I do see that you are a BVARC member

M. Monsour BVARC Recording Secretary and Quartermaster

On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 10:06 AM, Bill Crowell via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 Howdy All!

 It was great to attend my first BVARC hamfest.

 I am needing the use of a LCD projector for some computer meetings. As
 some of y’all know, I’m trying to reboot my life after a job loss so I
 can’t just go an buy one.

 I need one that is capable of 1080p and with (preferably) a HDMI input. I
 have adapters for DVI and SVGA. Also, one that has enough resolution and
 that actually works! The one that I was loaned a few years back had the
 LCDs burned out so much that you couldn’t see the computer screens.

 I’m willing to put my wife up as collateral. (just kidding!)

 73,

 Bill N4HPG
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Re: [BVARC] on line GHH 8$ admission tickets cut off date

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Yes
March 20 is the cutoff for $8.00 tickets
After that $10 at the door

Michael Monsour

On Wed, Mar 18, 2015 at 6:04 PM, Bill Stone via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

  Scuttle butt in the wind says cut off date for 8 dollar admit tickets to
 GHH hamfest  on our website cut off date is 3-20-15...heard it through the
 grape vine. Anyone impowered with GHH confirm ?...anyway if you plan to buy
 tickets online best do it soon. Save 2 bucks and a very long line.
 73 Bill WS5H

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Re: [BVARC] on line GHH 8$ admission tickets cut off date

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

Michael Wrenn

Does this mean, as soon as the clock strikes 12:01am (midnight) on the
beginning date of the 21st that no more ticket sales? Because it looks like
I will be stuffing ticket envelopes

M.Monsour

On Wed, Mar 18, 2015 at 8:05 PM, Michael Wrenn via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 The actual cut-off date is the 21st. The flyer states the 14th but we've
 given everyone an extra week.  Also, if you buy your tickets in advance you
 will get an extra free raffle ticket.  If you buy your admission at the
 door, you will only receive one free raffle ticket.

 Michael - K5WRN
 Hamfest Co-Dictator

 Seven Three,

 Michael - K5WRN
 http://www.qrz.com/db/K5WRN

 On Wed, Mar 18, 2015 at 7:00 PM, Michael Monsour via BVARC 
 bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 Yes
 March 20 is the cutoff for $8.00 tickets
 After that $10 at the door

 Michael Monsour

 On Wed, Mar 18, 2015 at 6:04 PM, Bill Stone via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 wrote:

  Scuttle butt in the wind says cut off date for 8 dollar admit tickets
 to GHH hamfest  on our website cut off date is 3-20-15...heard it through
 the grape vine. Anyone impowered with GHH confirm ?...anyway if you plan to
 buy tickets online best do it soon. Save 2 bucks and a very long line.
 73 Bill WS5H

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Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

As I recall...

The nearby (MSWE) transmissions would interfere with the Coast Guard HF
maritime transmissions

Michael M



On Thu, Mar 5, 2015 at 1:32 PM, WILLIS COOKE via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

 The Boy Scouts are potential Coasties.  Unfortunately most of us hams are
 just potential Silent keys!


 Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,
 TDXS Contest Chairman
 K5EWJ  Trustee N5BPS

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  *From:* Michael Wrenn via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Thursday, March 5, 2015 10:54 AM

 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 The Boy Scouts have had access to the base.

 Seven Three,

 Michael - K5WRN
 http://www.qrz.com/db/K5WRN

 On Thu, Mar 5, 2015 at 9:51 AM, K5HM via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:



 Coast Guard station is off limits since 9-11. Homeland Security.


 73,
 Ron, K5HM
 k5hm@gmail.com
 www.qrz.com/db/k5hm
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 *Excelsior!*

 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Bill Stone
 via BVARC
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 9:50 PM
 *To:* Theresa; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB; EMD Cebridge
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 As I recall ( thats not much these days) the coast guard station provided
 a small area for our use.  Yacht Basin was as said for car/boat parking.
 not provision for comfort. The full restrooms /showers, able to set tents,
 large area to set various antennas and use of cabanas won the day at Ft
 Travis.  When Cookie and I gave all a looksee the summer heat and shade was
 also a key factor. Ft Travis is a lock up after dark park however gate code
 was given to chairman MSWE for 24 hr access. Anyway thats what I still
 remember. The county park was happy with our event
 73 Bill WS5H

 - Original Message -
 *From:* Theresa via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 *To:* EMD Cebridge emdhous...@cebridge.net ; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR
 RADIO CLUB bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 6:58 PM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 I suggested the coast guard station last year, don't remember why no one
 checked with them.

 Theresa Williams
 KE5MUX

 On Wednesday, March 4, 2015 6:46 PM, EMD Cebridge via BVARC 
 bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 Coast Guard Station Galveston, across the inlet from the ships. Coast
 Guard has worked with hams before. Part of DHS, Google Coast Guard
 Station Galveston, all contact info there. Robert KD5YVQ

 --
 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On
 Behalf Of *WILLIS COOKE via BVARC
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 6:31 PM
 *To:* Theresa; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 Bill and I checked it last year.  I do not remember the objection, but we
 decided not to ask.  Perhaps no restrooms?  Do you remember Bill?

 *Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,*
 *TDXS Contest Chairman*
 *K5EWJ  Trustee N5BPS*

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 *From:* Theresa klingte...@yahoo.com
 *To:* WILLIS COOKE wrco...@yahoo.com; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
 bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 4, 2015 6:14 PM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 I was going to wait to bring this up tilI was able to get down to
 Galveston to check it out myself, but has anyone considered looking into or
 asking the Galveston Yacht Basin ?  Yes, it's all car/boat parking, BUT
 it's also a mile from Seawolf, the ships should be visible without aids,
 and we'd be an IOTA again.

 Theresa Williams
 KE5MUX


 On Wednesday, March 4, 2015 5:39 PM, WILLIS COOKE via BVARC 
 bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 I can do that and will get it done in the next couple of days, with
 updates to follow.

 *Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,*
 *MSWE Chairman for 2015*
 *TDXS Contest Chairman*
 *K5EWJ  Trustee N5BPS*

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 *From:* Cameron mit...@mitchl.net
 *To:* Mike Hardwick n5...@att.net; 'WILLIS COOKE' wrco...@yahoo.com
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 4, 2015 12:13 PM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 Please.  Could someone write a short info blurb concerning MSWE for
 posting on the website?  Thanks.
 Cameron


 *From:* Mike Hardwick via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 11:51
 *To:* 'WILLIS COOKE' wrco...@yahoo.com ; 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO
 CLUB' bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 Cookie,

 I would move forward with the request to the Galveston County Board for
 Ft. Travis . I know the mosquitoes were really bad but I don’t think there
 is any other option at this time. I talked with Bill about the MSWE and he
 has no problem with it and Ft. Travis . I know it is on the agenda for the
 BOD meeting tomorrow so there should be plenty of comments after tomorrow.
 Unfortunately, I will be out of e-mail coverage starting tomorrow around
 6pm until the 14th.

 I am ready for it and, if possible, will be spending more time at 

Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

I almost forgot...

Unescorted access to base requires a TWIC (Transportation Worker
Identification Credential) card. It only costs$125 and may take six weeks
to obtain.
Any refinery with maritime access requires a worker to obtain

Michael M

On Thu, Mar 5, 2015 at 1:42 PM, Michael Monsour ms...@wildflower.net
wrote:

 As I recall...

 The nearby (MSWE) transmissions would interfere with the Coast Guard HF
 maritime transmissions

 Michael M



 On Thu, Mar 5, 2015 at 1:32 PM, WILLIS COOKE via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 wrote:

 The Boy Scouts are potential Coasties.  Unfortunately most of us hams are
 just potential Silent keys!


 Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,
 TDXS Contest Chairman
 K5EWJ  Trustee N5BPS

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 *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Thursday, March 5, 2015 10:54 AM

 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 The Boy Scouts have had access to the base.

 Seven Three,

 Michael - K5WRN
 http://www.qrz.com/db/K5WRN

 On Thu, Mar 5, 2015 at 9:51 AM, K5HM via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:



 Coast Guard station is off limits since 9-11. Homeland Security.


 73,
 Ron, K5HM
 k5hm@gmail.com
 www.qrz.com/db/k5hm
 [image: ARRL Logo][image: logo (2)][image: smaller Prize]
 *Excelsior!*

 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *Bill Stone
 via BVARC
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 9:50 PM
 *To:* Theresa; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB; EMD Cebridge
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 As I recall ( thats not much these days) the coast guard station provided
 a small area for our use.  Yacht Basin was as said for car/boat parking.
 not provision for comfort. The full restrooms /showers, able to set tents,
 large area to set various antennas and use of cabanas won the day at Ft
 Travis.  When Cookie and I gave all a looksee the summer heat and shade was
 also a key factor. Ft Travis is a lock up after dark park however gate code
 was given to chairman MSWE for 24 hr access. Anyway thats what I still
 remember. The county park was happy with our event
 73 Bill WS5H

 - Original Message -
 *From:* Theresa via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 *To:* EMD Cebridge emdhous...@cebridge.net ; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR
 RADIO CLUB bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 6:58 PM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 I suggested the coast guard station last year, don't remember why no one
 checked with them.

 Theresa Williams
 KE5MUX

 On Wednesday, March 4, 2015 6:46 PM, EMD Cebridge via BVARC 
 bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 Coast Guard Station Galveston, across the inlet from the ships. Coast
 Guard has worked with hams before. Part of DHS, Google Coast Guard
 Station Galveston, all contact info there. Robert KD5YVQ

 --
 *From:* BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On
 Behalf Of *WILLIS COOKE via BVARC
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 6:31 PM
 *To:* Theresa; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 Bill and I checked it last year.  I do not remember the objection, but we
 decided not to ask.  Perhaps no restrooms?  Do you remember Bill?

 *Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,*
 *TDXS Contest Chairman*
 *K5EWJ  Trustee N5BPS*

 --
 *From:* Theresa klingte...@yahoo.com
 *To:* WILLIS COOKE wrco...@yahoo.com; BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
 bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 4, 2015 6:14 PM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 I was going to wait to bring this up tilI was able to get down to
 Galveston to check it out myself, but has anyone considered looking into or
 asking the Galveston Yacht Basin ?  Yes, it's all car/boat parking, BUT
 it's also a mile from Seawolf, the ships should be visible without aids,
 and we'd be an IOTA again.

 Theresa Williams
 KE5MUX


 On Wednesday, March 4, 2015 5:39 PM, WILLIS COOKE via BVARC 
 bvarc@bvarc.org wrote:

 I can do that and will get it done in the next couple of days, with
 updates to follow.

 *Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,*
 *MSWE Chairman for 2015*
 *TDXS Contest Chairman*
 *K5EWJ  Trustee N5BPS*

 --
 *From:* Cameron mit...@mitchl.net
 *To:* Mike Hardwick n5...@att.net; 'WILLIS COOKE' wrco...@yahoo.com
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 4, 2015 12:13 PM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 Please.  Could someone write a short info blurb concerning MSWE for
 posting on the website?  Thanks.
 Cameron


 *From:* Mike Hardwick via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 11:51
 *To:* 'WILLIS COOKE' wrco...@yahoo.com ; 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO
 CLUB' bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

 Cookie,

 I would move forward with the request to the Galveston County Board for
 Ft. Travis . I know the mosquitoes were really bad but I don’t think there
 is any other option at this time. I talked with Bill about the 

Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

[Michael Monsour via BVARC]

When i was in the Middle East back in the mid 80s
I had a room with no screen
A store had these mosquito control devices, which plugged into the 220V
outlet and a pellet placed on the hot surface which evaporated over time
and it worked!

Mosquitoes are a safety and health issue! with West Nile and all that

See the link and I just picked one too

http://www.mosquitosolutions.com/order.html


Michael M

On Wed, Mar 4, 2015 at 12:19 PM, Bill Stone via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
wrote:

  Hi all,

 Yes MSWE is on BOD agenda and Ft Travis works and in some ways better. To
 the readers of the reflector drop Cookie an email as he needs to get a feel
 for who will show and who will help so can possibly set space in the
 cabanas.I know most of us are geared for fast approching GHH but lets give
 Cookie some info.
 73 Bill WS5H

 - Original Message -
 *From:* Mike Hardwick via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 *To:* 'WILLIS COOKE' wrco...@yahoo.com ; 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO
 CLUB' bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 11:51 AM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012

  Cookie,



 I would move forward with the request to the Galveston County Board for
 Ft. Travis. I know the mosquitoes were really bad but I don’t think there
 is any other option at this time. I talked with Bill about the MSWE and he
 has no problem with it and Ft. Travis. I know it is on the agenda for the
 BOD meeting tomorrow so there should be plenty of comments after tomorrow.
 Unfortunately, I will be out of e-mail coverage starting tomorrow around
 6pm until the 14th.



 I am ready for it and, if possible, will be spending more time at Ft.
 Travis this year.



 Keep up the good work.



 Thanks,



 Mike

 N5VCX







 *From:* WILLIS COOKE [mailto:wrco...@yahoo.com]
 *Sent:* Wednesday, March 04, 2015 11:32 AM
 *To:* Mike Hardwick; 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB'; BRAZOS VALLEY
 AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012



 Is this thread about MSWE or SkyWarn?  After recently being denied access
 to the ship compound at Seawolfe park, I put a query on the reflector about
 the interest of members in Ft. Travis on Bolivar, but I have not received
 any replies.  Jerry Muller recently withdrew from his co-chairman position
 for personal reasons and I am interested in anyone who desires to take over
 that role.  At present I am wondering if there is sufficient interest in
 the event to query the Galveston County Park Board about the availability
 of Ft. Travis.  Last year was good, but the mosquitos in the early evening
 were fierce.



 After I made my query, I did not receive any messages on the BVARC
 reflector until the one from Mike Hardwick shown below.  I would appreciate
 it if the situation would be briefly discussed at the coming board meeting
 and the feeling of the BOD would be relayed to me.



 *Willis 'Cookie' Cooke,*

 *Chairman of MSWE*

 *TDXS Contest Chairman*

 *K5EWJ  Trustee N5BPS*


   --

 *From:* Mike Hardwick via BVARC bvarc@bvarc.org
 *To:* 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB' bvarc@bvarc.org
 *Sent:* Tuesday, March 3, 2015 3:27 PM
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012



 I will bring my wireless broadband modem to MSWE along with the trailer.



 Mike

 N5VCX







 *From:* bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org
 bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *K5HM
 *Sent:* Thursday, May 31, 2012 8:47 PM
 *To:* travbu...@sbcglobal.net; 'BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB'
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012



 We won’t have internet out there unless someone has a wireless modem.



 73,

 Ron, K5HM

 k5hm@gmail.com

 www.qrz.com/db/k5hm

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 *From:* bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org
 bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] *On Behalf Of *travbu...@sbcglobal.net
 *Sent:* Thursday, May 31, 2012 8:25 PM
 *To:* BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
 *Subject:* Re: [BVARC] Countdown to MSWE 2012



 I received this today.  Might be fun to check in from one of the ships.



 Travis

 K5HTB

 14.325 and Echolink.  See schedule below.
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 From the SKYWARN SYSTEM:

 The following is a reminder and a complete announcement on the Amateur
 Radio Station at the National Hurricane Center - WX4NHC Communications Test
 for Saturday June 2nd, 2012 from 9 AM-5 PM EDT/1300-2100 UTC as written by
 Julio Ripoll-WD4R, Assistant WX4NHC Coordinator. They will be on the
 *WX-TALK* Echolink conference node: 7203/IRLP 9219 from 1 PM-3 PM EDT
 (1700-1900 UTC):

 Announcement from WX4NHC

 Amateur Radio Station at the National Hurricane Center

 WX4NHC Hurricane Season 2012 On-The-Air Station Test

 Saturday, June 2nd, 2012 from 9AM-5PM EDT (1300z-2100z)

 The purpose of this event is to test the NHC Amateur Radio Station
 equipment and perform operator training in preparation for this year’s
 Hurricane Season.

 We will be making informal contacts on many frequencies and