[Boatanchors] HT-20 and Clipperton DXpedition

[rbethman]

The Apache, TX-1, weighed in at 97lbs.  The "flip top" did no good if 
you had to go into the final cage.  That required removal from the 
cabinet.  The "flip top" wasn't like the HT-32, where the entire top 
opened, except for a few inches of cabinet frame.

I too am fortunate in not having to open mine except when I have to go 
trouble shooting something that can't be reached through the "flip top".

Bob - N0DGN

On 6/20/2010 1:59 PM, The Pollacks wrote:
> Don't forget the ubiquitous DX100, which weighs in at about 110, I think.
> In addition, it has to be wrestled out of the cabinet for any tube changes,
> or, incredibly, crystal changes! (There is a switch for 2 xtal positions.)
> This was remedied in the 100B when Heath added a "flip top."  I always
> wondered how a well engineered and good value transmitter could have such a
> flaw.  Fortunately, I almost never have to open mine!
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: boatanchors-bounces at mailman.qth.net
> [mailto:boatanchors-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Todd, KA1KAQ
> Sent: Sunday, June 20, 2010 10:25 AM
> To: Carl
> Cc: Boat Anchors List
> Subject: Re: [Boatanchors] HT-20 and Clipperton DXpedition
>
> On Sun, Jun 20, 2010 at 11:37 AM, Carl<km1h at jeremy.mv.com>  wrote:
>    
>> You havent owned a table top rig until you get a Meissner 150.
>>      
> Was just thinking that myself, Carl. I'd always wanted one, having not
> seen a 150B in person. Had a chance to pick one up last year
> (literally), but passed due to other commitments at the time. Just as
> well, no place to put it. Close to 4 feet long and 200+ pounds. We're
> all on the same page with such things: it was fun, even challenging to
> grab these rigs when we were younger. Now we think twice. Except for
> Carl, who I'm convinced has some kind of radio parasite burrowing in
> his brain that says "Sure you can move that, and you KNOW you need
> it!". Or maybe it's a generational thing. Dad is nearly 72, just got a
> new Harley, and helped me move much of my heavy metal south in 2008. I
> hope I have half the strength, determination, and energy of you old
> guys when I get to that age.  :D
>
> That Supreme is a pretty scarce, even rare transmitter. I've only seen
> photos. It must take up a lot of table space, Brian?
>
> ~ Todd/KAQ
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