[Boatanchors] SX-24 rig thoughts - was Re: Companions to a BC-312 & a Hal...

[Michael Tauson]

On Wed, Jun 3, 2009 at 5:40 AM,  <LeeCraner at aol.com> wrote:
> I would highly encourage you to go through with your homebrew thoughts.
> There is nothing quite like a QSO with gear you built yourself.  I just
> finished wiring up a seven tube xmtr last week and can't wait to get on the
> air (though mine is late 50's early 60's design, a bit newer than you're
> contemplating).

You are absolutely correct.  Up until two years ago when a "free to
good home" somewhat crippled HT-32 followed me home (which I have yet
to mate though I'm hoping for something Collins-ish), I ran nothing
but surplus or homebrew.  Both drew comment but it was the HB
transmitters that got the greater attention and gave me the greater
feeling of accomplishment.  I only built TRF & regen receivers but
never used them with a transmitter though I think I was missing
something in not doing so.  (These are the ones I built on 1x12 pine
cut from construction site scrap prior to getting my ticket.)

> I've got a supply of older variable caps, coils, knobs, etc. that would be
> period correct for your 30's/40's transmitter.  If you decide to go ahead
> with your project, let me know of your needs.

I'll send private email on this.  Keep 'em guessing, y'know?  ;-)

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So long as none got so irate as to change polarity, all is yet good.

Best regards,

Michael, WH7HG
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