Sorry to hear about the lightning hit Dennis. I think that’s a right of passage for all DX to take a lightning hit.  we all have stories. Hope you get everything running quickly.

EJ

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Subject: Re: [ADXA] New Caledonia FK8HA 6m
 

Ditto!

 

Don K5DB

 

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Sent: Thursday, May 16, 2024 5:41 PM
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Subject: Re: [ADXA] New Caledonia FK8HA 6m

 

Dennis,

 Let us know if you need help with any repairs.  

Chuck

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Sent: Thursday, May 16, 2024 5:16:23 PM
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Subject: [ADXA] New Caledonia FK8HA 6m

 

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Calling CQ @ 50313...got them with my back-up ICOM 7610 radio and my Hex Beam at 60 watts...

 

Lightning Hit Assessment so far:

 

SteppIR Controller bit the dust...Not sure about antenna yet...

 

Flex 6600 bit the dust...

 

3 Green Heron Controllers bit the dust...

 

2 Yaesu Rotors bit the dust...

 

Beverage Antenna hardware bit the dust...

 

Lightning is a BAD thing for radio equipment...No telling how many other problems I'll find as I keep digging...

 

The DX Hog is NOT a Happy Camper...

 

 

 

Dennis Tune W5DM