[Boatanchors] Bird Termaline Question - Update (long)

[w5jo at brightok.net]

Check the parts at MFJ.  They sell load resistors and at a very nominal 
price.  They may have a replacement that fits.

The last one I bought there was a 50 ohm, 100 watt version for about 35-45 
dollars.  It has been a while but it won't hurt to check given Bird's price.
Jim
W5JO

-----Original Message----- 


Measure the length and diameter of the load resistor - now that you have
dismantled your 8135. Tell us the size - some of us may have exactly what
you want. The Bird offering, at $150, is moderately expensive. Surplus Sales
of Nebraska has many non-inductive tubular 50 Ohm resistors - $275 for a 200
W one a few years ago; however, their 60 W one (priced at $42 a few years
ago) in oil may well handle 150 W, the rating of the 8135. Search on the
internet for a replacement; visit ham events and field days; visit your
local radio club.

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