[ARC5] T-17 goes for big bucks!

[Todd, KA1KAQ]

On Fri, Apr 22, 2016 at 9:21 PM, Chris Bowne <aj1g at sbcglobal.net> wrote:

> Nice find Todd on the ATA antenna relay.  I have one working in my command
> set system with the T-19 and T-22 ARC-5 transmitters BC-456 modulator/dyno
> and BC-450 transmitter control box.  Does your Ant Relay have the date
> notched out of the nameplate like mine does?
>

It doesn't Chris. In fact, there's no date anywhere on the tag, only
contract NOs-74912 and serial no. 3913. I'm guessing they notched the
contract info on yours? I've seen a couple receivers with this done. Would
post a photo of the tag but I can't remember the size requirements.

Guessing you had to make some changes to use the BC-456 with the ARC-5
transmitters? Screen vs plate modulation as I recall. I know your station
is up and running because you use it on the old military net sometimes
unless I'm confusing you with someone else.

The ATA side of the station here is in pretty good shape now with the
relay. Already had two transmitters, the ATA two transmitter rack with the
circle M morgue stamp from Gordon's collection and mount, modulator and
mount, and a really scruffy control box missing about 90% of its paint.
Three ARA receivers and a 3 receiver shock mount with Command set rack and
control box. The ARC-5 stuff is equally incomplete.

But finding it is part of the fun, right? The thrill of the hunt and all
that.

Back to weekend chores.

~ Todd,  KA1KAQ/4
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