Re: [BVARC] POTA for September

I will be there with a new HF rig I picked up. Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG 281 460 7384 On Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 01:46:31 PM CDT, anthony moro via BVARC wrote: I want to remind you all that we will have another great BVARC POTA event coming up at Brazos Bend State Park 

Re: [BVARC] Car battery

The best deal I could find on a car battery about 6 months ago was at Costco.   They have most sizes in stock and its just quick exchange in and out with out a bunch of up sales BS. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG 281 460 7384 On Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 08:29:32 PM CDT, Jimmy Vance via

Re: [BVARC] EFHW?

I have built the ARRL EFHW kit.   It works fine.   The kit come with wire to make to work for 10-40 meters.    You can get a longer wire and it will work for 10-80 meters. That said MOST HOA rules state you can dow what ever in your back yard as long as it cant be seen from the front

Re: [BVARC] Brews with BVARC this Tuesday!

The best way to handle threads like this is "DELETE"    :) Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG On Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 10:09:04 AM CDT, K5BOU via BVARC wrote: I heard the board voted for this issue. And was decided to continue. What I was trying in my first post was to bring a legal

Re: [BVARC] Solar eclipse qso party

I worked POTA at the Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge on 17 meters during the eclipse and had lots of contacts. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG 281 460 7384 On Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 04:35:39 PM CDT, Mike Knerr via BVARC wrote: I have a ft891 radio running a 40 meter efhw Normally I

Re: [BVARC] BVARC BOD Elections

Thank you for all the work you will be doing to help run the club. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG On Friday, November 10, 2023 at 09:02:24 AM CST, N5LNK - Sean Linkenheimer via BVARC wrote: Thank you everyone who had the opportunity and voted in our elections last evening. I am honored you

[BVARC] EFHW antenna kit that ARRL sales

What are your thought's on the EFHW antenna kit that ARRL sales. This will be my first HF antenna and I would like to build it my self. Cost is $69.00 from the ARRL. This is a kit by HF Kits out of the UK. This kit is the 4 band version (40, 20, 15 and 10) with a 66 foot wire run. I have been

Re: [BVARC] EFHW Antenna build

Looking  forward to this.    Is there anything that I can bring to help out.   I have a solder station, and a Robyi 2000 watt generator to power it.    Multi Meter, NanoVNA/SWR Meter (only have the included adapters)  Maybe a fold up table to work on?    Other things?    Thanks Rudy

[BVARC] Looking for a Mosfet

Google has failed me.   I'm looking for a RU40190R power mosfet.   Its a N Channel 40v 190A Power Mosfet.    I just need one maybe two.  Looking for a place to buy Thanks Rudolph Ackerman KF5QYG Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing

Re: [BVARC] Looking for a Mosfet

for?  Switching power supply? DC-DC converter? Welder? Electric vehicle drive circuit? Neal N5EN -Original Message- From: BVARC On Behalf Of Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC Sent: Thursday, June 9, 2022 11:30 PM To: bvarc@bvarc.org Cc: Rudolph Ackerman Subject: [BVARC] Looking for a Mosfet

[BVARC] river Oaks Car Stereo

I have seen this name come up several times. I have found their web site, but it really did not say what they carried in the way of ham gear. Can someone provide a little insight to what they carry. Oh I'm down south a bit so it's a long drive in Houston traffic just to check them out and to

[BVARC] Looking for parts to build a Balun

OK where do you get your supply's to build your antenna's and parts?   I looking to build a 4:1 Balum FT-240-43 Ferrite Toroid 3M Glass Cloth Electrical Tape 27 PTFE 18 awg wire (2 colors)   Open to other options. Do you have a source for good PTFE 18 awg wire (or other options) that sales

Re: [BVARC] Looking for parts to build a Balun

ay, May 3, 2022, 09:52:22 AM CDT, Mike Knedr via BVARC > wrote: > > > > > > Try EPO for the wire. > Search for tor toroids on the web > > > On Tue, May 3, 2022, 9:34 AM Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC > wrote: >> OK where do you get your supply's to bui

Re: [BVARC] Are these emails real?

E-mail links and attachments.    Unless i'm expecting it, I NEVER click on links or attachments in an e-mail.   I dont care who it is from or what's it's about.    If it's not expected (as in, I just spoke to a friend/co worker and they said they will e-mail it to me) I dont open stuff.   But

Re: [BVARC] BVARC Ice Cream Social = Zoom meeting?

So the Ice Cream Social is a zoom meeting??? Rudolph Ackerman KF5 QYG On Monday, August 8, 2022 at 09:33:41 PM CDT, Jeff Greer via BVARC wrote: BVARC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: BVARC Monthly General Membership Meeting Time: Aug 11, 2022 07:00 PM

Re: [BVARC] real deal antenna question.

vna nano great low cost means to tune an antenna you have built. Wire antennas are low cost and easy to build.   Use the VNA Nano to tune it End-Fed Half-Wave Antenna Kit    This is a great all included kit and the write up gives examples of out to set it up.   10, 15, 20, 40 band, add more

Re: [BVARC] From BVARC website message taker: forwarded to reflector:

Hello, I dont need the antenna or gear, but I'm willing to help out. I'm about 2 miles from you. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG 281 460 7384 On Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 10:48:37 AM CST, Eddie Runner via BVARC wrote: Message - Your Call / Name Optional: My call is W5AEB. My name is Al

Re: [BVARC] Fox hunt?

Yes I would like to give that a try. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG On Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 07:47:17 AM CST, M Reiter via BVARC wrote: Is there any interest in a Fox hunt contest? I am thinking homebrew antennas for 2m. winners antenna design gets posted online? with source radio

[BVARC] Do you have a Yaesu FTDX10 or Icom 7300 radio?

I'm a new club member, and looking at buying a Yaesu FTDX10 or ICOM 7300, but would like to get some hands on experience with them first to help chose one or the other.   If you have either of these radio and are wiling to show it off and maybe make some contacts with it I would be very

[BVARC] BVARC POTA @ Galveston Island SP 3/26 Traffic alert

For those planning to attend the POTA event and use I-45 south bound. I-45 South bound is closed down to 1 lane between Bay Area Blvd and Hwy 518 in the Clearlake area due to construction.   It will be closed till Monday morning.  This is causing major backups.    I suggest finding a

Re: [BVARC] houston ham radio supply

Its hosted by Go Daddy They are using a Domains Proxy so no local information about the who owns the web site. Registered On  2018-02-16 Updated On 2023-02-17 Expires On 2024-02-16 Based on that I would say not a scam site. Rudolph Ackerman KF5QYG On Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at

Re: [BVARC] Cost to club members

10.00 if tickets bought on line, 15.00 at the door. KF5QYG On Friday, March 3, 2023 at 12:37:27 PM CST, Vern Six via BVARC wrote: Can anyone tell me the cost for club members to the Hamfest? Thanks! 73 DE KV5SIX Y KR5SIX Vern & Ranae 

[BVARC] Museum Ships workday April 30th

Who has the information about the museum ship workday happening this weekend? Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly

Re: [BVARC] BVARC POTA @ Galveston Island SP 3/26

Does someone have a POTA script example like the one they had at the "on the air" station at the hamfest. Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG 281 460 7384 On Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 01:01:52 PM CDT, Kori Rahman via BVARC wrote: REMINDER: This SUNDAY at Galveston Island State Park,

Re: [BVARC] BVARC POTA TOMORROW

I have been to several of these.  Kori and Anthony do a great job putting these events together.  This is a great opportunity to get on the air if you don't have your own HF rig. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG On Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 01:49:57 PM CDT, Kori Rahman via BVARC wrote:

Re: [BVARC] BVARC POTA THIS WEEKEND

I will not be able to attend this event.    However I will still be POTAing, just in Oregon.   I plan to activate Newberry Crater Volcanic National Monument K-4390, which is in the Deschutes National Forest K-4378.    Plan to be on 20meters but check for my spot for details . Temps here are

Re: [BVARC] HF antenna and coax

Venkata, I'm also new to this as well.   What I have been using is very close to the MFJ 1979, its a 17ft whip sold by Wolf river coils.   They sell the whip, plus several mounting options.   I have their large tripod set up.  They also have a coil they make that you can put under the whip

Re: [BVARC] Comments welcome.... Windows 11S or Windows 11

I dont update the OS ver on computers unless I have a direct need that the old OS does not support. Also as you stated this computer is for ham radio use, odds are any software you are using will be supported by Windows 10.    It may not be supported in Windows 11. Rudy Ackerman 281 460 7384

[BVARC] Study material for the Extra exam

Looking to study for the Extra exam.   What are some good web based study guides?    Looking for the one's where they give the question and ONLY correct answer.    Then have a link or something to explain that question/answer. Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG

Re: [BVARC] BVARC Special Operators Training #1

Scott . . .Then attend the one on Monday instead . . . . . Kori . . Thanks for putting this together and holding the training twice. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG 281 460 7384 On Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 01:47:03 PM CDT, Scott Medbury via BVARC wrote: Mother's day is a great time to

[BVARC] Hamvention sales

Does anyone know if there are any sales related to Hamvention that is going on this coming weekend. Looking to pick up a radio and other gear for POTA work. Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG 281 460 7384 Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC

[BVARC] Testing during Hamfest

What are the testing times during the hamfest. Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here:

[BVARC] Looking for a Fusion/Wires X repeater.

Decided to give Wires X another try.  Can hit the 444.9750 repeater (Fred Hartman Bridge, Baytown) in FM Mode.    However when I switch to DN mode press the Wires X  button nothing is happening.    I dont see another Wire X repeater in the my area of Houston.   Beltway and I-45 South Thanks

Re: [BVARC] Stolen 200 ft tower

They are only hard to take apart if you want to reuse it.   Cordless grinder with a cutting wheel and they come down quick and easy.   Odds are it ended up at some recycle center. Rudy Ackerman On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 10:13:29 AM CST, John Parmalee via BVARC wrote:

[BVARC] Working POTA 6m if you want to make a contact

Hello. I'm currently working 6m 50.300, could use some 6m contacts Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG   Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available

[BVARC] Printing your own QSL cards?

For those of you that print your own QSL cards. What card stock do you use and where do you get it? Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

[BVARC] banquet

First off I would just like to thank the people that took the time and effort to plan and set up the Banquet. If only the people replying in this email thread had spend the same amount of time working and helping the people planning the event we would not be having this discussion now  Rudy

[BVARC] ISO artist to draw QSO card Image

Looking for some one with drawing skills to draw a image/cartoon for a QSO card.    Anyone know of some one that can do something like that?  Thanks Rudy AckermanKF5QYG Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list BVARC@bvarc.org

[BVARC] WTB ham sticks on 60m and 75m

Looking to order a couple of ham sticks on 60m and 75m.   Before I order them just asking if anyone has some they are no longer using and would like to get rid of. Thanks Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC

Re: [BVARC] Changes to the POTA Event

I must say that POTA is what drove me to buy the HF gear I have now, POTA was the driving force for me to join this club. Also if I drag my radio, battery, computer out to a park, you bet I'm going to use my call on my gear. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG On Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at

Re: [BVARC] Hamfest Planning Weekly Mtg via Zoom

Thanks, added to my cal Rudy Ackerman 281 460 7384 On Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 06:56:49 PM CST, Jeff Greer via BVARC wrote: All, just a reminder of the hamfest planning meeting this Thursday at 7 p.m.  See you there! Weekly Hamfest Planning Meetings via Zoom at 7 p.m. on

Re: [BVARC] Looking for a Satellite LEO package or 2 Meter M2 Eggbeater Antenna

Arrow Antenna's donated a Arrow II Portable Antenna, model 1 146/437-10w.   Retail price is $201.00.  It will be a door prize at the hamfest. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG On Monday, February 5, 2024 at 01:36:35 PM CST, Glen Jenkins via BVARC wrote: I am starting to get into amateur

Re: [BVARC] POTA - Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge

Great radioing, great food, great people.    Just some of the things that happen at these events. - Ability to try different radios  ICOM 7300 & 7100, YAESU 891, 991, and FTDX-10 or bring your own. - Ability to try different antennas, DC Commander,  Hamsticks, 17ft whip, and EFHW's.  - With

[BVARC] Power supply for home

I'm looking for a power supply to power my radios at home. I currently have a Yaesu FTM-400 and a Yaesu FTDX-10.    The FTM-400 draws a max of 12 amps and the FTDX-10 draws 21 amps max.   I do not see ever transmitting on both at the same time, with that I feel a 25amp power supply should

Re: [BVARC] REMINDER: POTA this Sunday!

Not hearing your on 7.271 Rudy Ackerman 281 460 7384 On Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 08:05:12 PM CST, Sean - N5LNK via BVARC wrote: 7.271 Regards, Sean - N5LNK On Feb 24, 2024, at 5:06 PM, Sean - N5LNK wrote:  Good afternoon all. This evening on 40m at 8pm I will attempt to

Re: [BVARC] Fwd: Greter Houston HamFest

One ticket is good for both days Rudy Ackerman 281 460 7384 On Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 06:24:26 PM CST, John Denison via BVARC wrote: I didn't see this mentioned anywhere, but do we purchase tickets for each day or is one ticket for both days? 73 John Denison KD5YOU On

Re: [BVARC] How to HAM?

I will repeat what Sean stated, come out to one of the POTA events that happens around the Houston area.   While there are several groups doing these I have found that the (facebook group) Houston POTA group is the most active.  During these POTA events you will be able to get on the air with

Re: [BVARC] Seriously!

I don't click on links sent direct from people I know. I will never click on a random link sent over a email forwarding service.  Sending a blind link like this would get you banned from many places. Rudy Ackerman KF5QYG On Monday, April 1, 2024 at 10:59:31 AM CDT, K5BOU via BVARC

Re: [BVARC] Old 150watt DC to AC converter.

Day event, so I don't know if it would have shortened the life of the charger. Currently I am using a pure sine wave inverter made by Samlex and the laptop charger plugged into that inverter feels like room temperature. 73 John Denison KD5YOU On 5/14/2024 8:21 PM, Rudolph Ackerman via BVARC

Re: [BVARC] Field day thoughts...

Work on organization - Allow people take the lead for tasks, areas, or activity's - Provide the list of leads to all other leads and volunteers, so they can work together with out being forced to deal with one bottle neck, that may or may not respond to calls or emails.    - All these leads