[1000mp] Repair of FT-1000MP MKV

[Garry Shapiro]

I thought Byron's repair of my MP was totally professional, hence the 
recommendation.

Garry, NI6T

Chuck Lewis wrote:
>
>> I like it when a repairman says 'send me an email first describing 
>> the issue then send
>> me the rig after we have talked' instead of just saying send it along 
>> and wait for the bill.
>
> When you do get the bill, you'll have a HIGHLY detailed accounting of 
> everything that was done, including specific alignment steps, etc.  A 
> few years ago,when a local ham became no longer capable of using his 
> gear (sad story), his XYL, preparing to liquidate, sent an FT-1000D to 
> Byron for repair, alignment, etc. When she showed me the invoice, I 
> made a mental note that this is where I will send my rig whenever it 
> gets beyond my capability to repair. You can argue that detailed 
> invoices might not have a direct correlation with repair quality; but 
> usually, when a guy has one corner of his operation under control, 
> there's a strong probability that he has his act together everywhere 
> else. The converse, unfortunately, is also true...
>
> Chuck, N4NM
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