[AMRadio] 706 finals

2007-02-13 Thread StephenTetorka
Have located source for the discontinued 706 transistor final - SRFJ7044...pricing on way. They say they have 65. Might others be in need...might be able to get volume discount. Regards, Steve WA2TAK __ AMRadio mailing list List Home:

[AMRadio] seeking transistors

2007-02-12 Thread StephenTetorka
Need 2 each SRFJ7004 for my 706...anybody have'em Tnx. Steve WA2TAK __ AMRadio mailing list List Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/amradio Partner Website: http://www.amfone.net Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.html Post: ma

[AMRadio] Tuner

2006-12-08 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi Gents: I picked up a couple of wide spaced variable capacitors...a heavy duty rotor inductor...its wired for Pi right now...can alter that as I wish to L...T..or other. Hamfest costs maybe about $25 each for the variables...$30 for the variable inductor...pine board was laying around H

[AMRadio] Free tower + Yagi

2006-10-30 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi all: FREE for the taking. Tower is about 35? feet...tilt-over...with what looks like a tri-band Yagi. Presently attached to house. Location - New Jersey. Please contact me if interested. Regards, Steve WA2TAK __ AMRadio mailing li

[AMRadio] Bogus calls?

2006-08-31 Thread StephenTetorka
Here's one for ya...way back when...I was listening on CWI hear CQ, CQ etc...de WA2TAK..dahdidahdit.so I reply WA2TAK de WA2TAKgot no reply! Steve WA2TAK ( I think hihi) __ AMRadio mailing list List Home: http://mailman.q

[AMRadio] Re: Fraud

2006-08-31 Thread StephenTetorka
"He" has had 4 Ebay IDs since Jan. 06. Steve WA2TAK __ AMRadio mailing list List Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/amradio Partner Website: http://www.amfone.net Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.html Post: mailto:AMRadio@mail

[AMRadio] FS:Vintage Black Crackle Steel Chassis

2006-08-13 Thread StephenTetorka
This one measures: 17" x 13" x 3" high...no holes. $25 OBO. Time to unload these goodies...got several of these in various sizes. Regards, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] James Millen Company...

2006-02-24 Thread StephenTetorka
...is still in existence...run by Mr. Frank Gannini. Tel # 978 975 2711 Regards, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] ARRL via W1AW?

2006-02-07 Thread StephenTetorka
Do the Exec's at the ARRL ever broadcast their views, intentions etc via their communication station - W1AW - to the Amateur community? Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] the pregnant future

2006-02-06 Thread StephenTetorka
Hello Ken W2DTC: Yes there is also truth in that matter...fact is as I've read wise men say...the future of ill fortune is to be found in the egg of the present... Sooo...let's all enjoy Ham radio while we can... Regards, Steve

[AMRadio] FCC matters

2006-02-05 Thread StephenTetorka
Hey folks: We only retain what we "fight" to keep... Add YOUR "RF" to the matter...only a few of your watts are required...send your email output to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The FCC Acknowledges Receipt of Comments From … Stephen G Tetorka WA2TAK …and Thank You for Your Comments Your Confirmation

[AMRadio] The "future?"

2006-02-05 Thread StephenTetorka
Is there a reason we must impose the "future" upon oursleves - now. Is there a problem dealing with "future" issues when they arrive - in the "future?" R, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] word for word

2006-02-02 Thread StephenTetorka
1. Thank you Paul/VJB for the courtesy and seeing my 'faux paux' in the wording...good example of Ham espirit in practice, right there from that gent. 2. I had to leave Ham radio back in 1965...as per political orders from Washington to destroy Asian countries and kill people there...got my li

[AMRadio] My "class"...

2006-02-02 Thread StephenTetorka
...is a 204A Heising modulated by an 849just had #2 QSO with it... R, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] FCC & AM

2006-02-02 Thread StephenTetorka
Glad to see the replies - thank you. My intent in submitting the letter is mainly political. That is, I asked for special consideration for Amplitude Modulation as it seems to me that AM may get less 'respect' in the future than present. I believe that FCC rules will allow AM to have the same b

[AMRadio] ARRL Petition

2006-02-01 Thread StephenTetorka
To FCC & To Whom It May Concern: Date: February 1, 2006 I oppose any and all changes as per ARRL bandwidth scheme. More importantly, I respectfully request that FCC provide Amplitude Modulation transmission by Amateur Radio stations with MORE BANDWIDTH...and ...specifically bandwidth - on 160 m

[AMRadio] FS: HT-40 AM & CW

2006-01-14 Thread StephenTetorka
Hallicrafters HT-40 - AM &CW Works great; tunes up fine. Panel paint very clean...enclosure had age patina. Price $95 Regards, Steve WA2TAK Email [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[AMRadio] Kenyon T180?

2006-01-08 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi all: Might anyone know the spec for the Kenyon T-180 choke? Tnx, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] FS: Bread Slicers

2005-12-31 Thread StephenTetorka
For Sale: High Voltage Variable Capacitors - - 1. James Millen "transmitting condenser" type 04060, Cap 60 voltage 9000 - - $75 2. E. F. Johnson #153-15, 3.5" diameter rotor, 11 plates spaced 1/4 inch - - $50 3. E. F. Johnson #153-11, 3.5" diameter rotor, 15 plates spaced 5/32 inch - - $50

[AMRadio] HA-5 VFO

2005-12-28 Thread StephenTetorka
Letting go one of my Boatanchor Treasures: Hallicrafters HA-5 VFO Accepting bids: Superb physical condx; cabinet paint like new; Smoooth tuning and alignment right on; Chassis looks good; 80 to 10 + 2 meters; 8 to12 volts peak-to-peak; has its own power supply; copy of manual included; photos u

[AMRadio] My 2 cents..

2005-12-21 Thread StephenTetorka
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays to all, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] Hosstraders - comment

2005-10-12 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi all: This was my first time to the event. Nice gathering of equipment...didn't look like much was selling as it was mostly there at the end of Friday. Makes me wonder about the future of boatanchors...no younger hams...just 'us mature folks'...whose numbers are getting smaller. Regards, Ste

[AMRadio] Seeking tubes

2005-07-07 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi all: Might anyone have the following tubes for sale?: 211 849 204 852 Tnx, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] Mike

2005-03-16 Thread StephenTetorka
Thank you - one & all, Steve

[AMRadio] mike

2005-03-15 Thread StephenTetorka
I appreciate all your time and help, guys. Excuse me for not mentioning the cathode resistor for bias. >From what little I have found...both the Collins 310A exciter and WRL Globe >King 275 use a 6SJ7 for mike input...in which case, a hi-Z dynamic should work. So...back to square #1 - what is "

[AMRadio] Mike

2005-03-15 Thread StephenTetorka
Thanks Guys: This mike is for a vintage 1948 AM rack rig homebrew by W2PLY who moved into Senior Residence. The speech amplifier/modulator schematic is right from August 1947 QST. I got the rack and the 5 sections directly from the flat bed trailer at the estate sale...and now just about finish

[AMRadio] Xtal mike

2005-03-14 Thread StephenTetorka
Excuse me...'senior moment'...I need one...anyone have one for sale? Tnx, Steve

[AMRadio] Xtal mike?

2005-03-14 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi all: My restoration rig requires a crystal microphone. Your reply is appreciated. Tnx, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] Xtals?

2005-03-14 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi all: Seeking FT-243 Xtals for AM: 3.880 MHz 3.885 3.890 3.5715 or thereabouts X4 = 14.286 Tnx, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] Noise

2005-02-01 Thread StephenTetorka
Some "new noise" showed up just a few days ago...still there. Right dab on 3.9405...just sits there...at least +10 Other guys have complained as well. Regards, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] Windom

2004-12-31 Thread StephenTetorka
Gents: Resonance, as I understand it, occurs when the capacitive and inductive reactances cancel. Regards, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] ARRL reply to mod Q's

2004-12-23 Thread StephenTetorka
Hello Fellow AMers: Following is a reply from Zac Lau in the Technical Services group at ARRL to these questions: 1. How much Frequency Modulation is permitted in Amplitude Modulation mode?...on bands 160 thru 20. 1a. How is this quantity measured. 2. Is it illegal to modulation the oscilla

[AMRadio] Lowest level modulation

2004-12-22 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi All: As I understand it, low level modulation is anything prior to the amp. Therefore, is it possible to modulate the grid oscillator RF input signal - crystal or otherwise - and expect an AM output? Next question: how? Regards, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] AM space

2004-12-22 Thread StephenTetorka
Hello All: It is my observation that there is a goodly amount of 'open' space from 14.3 to 14.35 MHz. most of the time. Conditions are not favorable as 75...but having ample 'elbow room' sure feels good. Would it be worthwhile to consider an AM gathering location there? PS: anyone familiar wi

[AMRadio] Remote Rcvr

2004-11-24 Thread StephenTetorka
The group may be interested in a remote receiver located in Salt Lake City. One's access is via Internet. Access is 24/7. Here's a nice way to check out one's antenna farm. Site address is: http://www.smeter.net/ Regards, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] T-442

2004-10-15 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi guys: I got myself a Kenyon audio xmfr... model T-442...for my 813 work-in-prgress. The bugger is rated 600 watts and 45 lbs. The good news is that the primary range is from 500 to 18,000 ohms with the secondary range from 200 to 19,000 ohms. Seems like it could match heaven to hell hi hi. T

[AMRadio] Xmfr data?

2004-10-12 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi all: Need data on the following xmfrs: Kenyon T-442 Chicago CMS-2 ( not -3) Tnx, Steve WA2TAK

[AMRadio] Mod xmfr

2004-10-11 Thread StephenTetorka
Hey guys: Thanks for all this education on the plate modulator for my 2 x 813's. Seems to me that: 1. current carrying capability of the wire is first; 2. turns ratio ( creating impedance ) comes next; Just how difficult would it be to make one? Our predecessors did. E/I core or over/under o

[AMRadio] Mod xmfr?

2004-10-10 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi all: I need to better understand the workings of a plate modulator for AM. Considering the RF amp with 2 x 813's and the modulator with 2 x 813's - what are the equations and math to work out the required wattage, impedance, step ratio etc. And, just how much can one depart from the ideal a

[AMRadio] Home Brew

2004-09-29 Thread StephenTetorka
Hi Guys: You're all really great - I sure need this help. My last home brew was an 807 CW xmtr back in 1963 when I got my novice license...just got it back 18 months ago after being "QRX" for 40 years. There's many ways to go - component wise - so let me express my 'view' of the rig. I like s

[AMRadio] Home brew AM

2004-09-29 Thread StephenTetorka
Thanks for the replies. The 812/811 combo was sorta what I had in mind. Getting the components shouldn't be too hard if I keep searching. Let me start here...anyone have any suitable parts? About the E class...read a few things about it...sounds most interesting...but MOSFETS don't have the fr

[AMRadio] Home Brew

2004-09-28 Thread StephenTetorka
Hello All: I'd like to build my own AM transmitter. Tube style; more than 200 watts. Sure a heck of a lot to choose from...but I'd like to hear what you think. OR...if someone knows of a home brew for sale Tnx, Steve WA2TAK