[Boatanchors] Thank you for the HR-10B mod info WA6VYN K6JCA and all of my Elmers!

[KA4INM radio]

   On 12/13/14 04:03, Howie Weinstein wrote:

   *RONNY YOUVAN - KA4INM* here!
Did I not develop, (taking *my time* to help others) from just the tube 
diagram, (and give to you) the correct instruction to perform the change 
that you wished to perform?
   I do not know the radio, but a tube is a tube is a tube.

   I (correctly or not) perceived that someone *requiring pictures* on 
how to solder six connections to three diodes is *NOT* an experienced 
person at working with molten metals, so I made the unforgivable 
suggestion that if a verbal description (without the help of before 
mid-completion and final pictures) is overwhelming, help be sought.

   For this unforgivable social blunder, I humbly (because you cannot 
see me bowing) ask for your kind forgiveness.

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> Hello Heathkit Glowbug Boatanchor people,
>
> Thank you Doug WA6VYN for the link to the HR-10B mods website/blogspot.
>
> Thank you Jeff K6JCA for posting his mods and comments.
>
> It's listed below for anyone who might be interested:
>
>
> http://k6jca.blogspot.com/2010/11/improving-heathkit-hr-10b-receiver.html
>
>
> *In contrast I received this POMPOUS and INSULTING response from:* *RONNY
> YOUVAN - KA4INM*
>
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>
> "KA4INM radio <ka4inm at gmail.com>
>
> Hi  Howard K3HW Weinstein:
>
> ...this isn't brain surgery science.
> You remove the tube, connect (solder) the three "cathodes +" (the marking
> band end wire) to pins 1, 5 & 9 the other leads (anode) of each diode are
> connected thus:
> pin         pin
> 1 + diode - 2
> 5 + diode - 6
> 9 + diode - 8
>
>    If these instructions are over your head, have someone else do it for
> you."
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> I don't think he will ever qualify to be an "Elmer"
>
> On a POSITIVE NOTE:
>
> I'd like to thank my Elmers - past and present:
>
> Steve WA3IAO who introduced me to Amateur Radio in '67.
>
> Jerry W3YVZ (SK) who taught me code, theory, and gave me my Novice Exam
> back in '69.
>
> Joe N2CX (current Mentor & Elmer) who I was honored to meet 30 years ago
> when I joined the Engineering Staff at RCA Camden.
>
> George N2APB who tolerates my software, digital, and NUE-PSK questions, and
> my unintentional interruptions (due to improper microphone keying) during
> Chat with the Designers (CWTD) sessions. George also offered wonderful and
> professional "kit assembly" services and assistance when I thought I was
> losing my sight and manual dexterity/fine motor control some time ago.
>
> These wonderful guys make Amateur Radio what it is today. They NEVER insult
> or berate those of us under their tutelage.

-- 
   Ron  KA4INM - Youvan's corollary:
                 Every action results in unwanted side effects.