From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Thu Jun  1 09:40:12 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Thu Jun  1 09:46:17 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: NEW CRYSTAL FILTERS 1650 kHz
Message-ID: <447EB5FC.5527.110402A@localhost>

FOR SALE:

NEW SSB Crystal Filters. 1650 kHz center 
frequency. 
I have no technical data on these. 
They are brand new and in great shape. Simple 
connection with IN, OUT and 
SHIELD. Labelled as NETCOM Center Frequency 1650 
kHz MDL. 1435. 
Will sell for $5.00 each or 5 for $20.00 plus 
shipping.

Picture and details at:
http://www.af4k.com/miscpart.htm



From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Thu Jun  1 09:40:12 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Thu Jun  1 09:47:33 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: NEW CRYSTAL FILTERS 1650 kHz
Message-ID: <447EB5FC.5527.110402A@localhost>

FOR SALE:

NEW SSB Crystal Filters. 1650 kHz center 
frequency. 
I have no technical data on these. 
They are brand new and in great shape. Simple 
connection with IN, OUT and 
SHIELD. Labelled as NETCOM Center Frequency 1650 
kHz MDL. 1435. 
Will sell for $5.00 each or 5 for $20.00 plus 
shipping.

Picture and details at:
http://www.af4k.com/miscpart.htm



From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Thu Jun  1 09:44:18 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Thu Jun  1 09:50:34 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: REALISTIC DX150 and DX160 RECEIVERS
Message-ID: <447EB6F2.30093.11400CC@localhost>

FOR SALE:

REALISTIC DX150 and DX160 SHORTWAVE RECEIVERS.

This is a general coverage Shortwave and AM band 
receiver covering 
535 kHz to 30 MHz in several bands, with 
bandspread tuning for the 
ham bands etc. Single conversion design produces 
extra clean signals.

The DX160 model includes the 150-400 kHz LF 
(longwave) band. 
The DX150 does not. Made in Japan 1975-1980,   
Voltages: 120 V AC OR 12 VDC. 
Coverage: 150-30000 kHz Readout: Analog,  Modes: 
AM, SSB & CW, 
Selectivity 4 kHz, Single Conversion Superhet. 
Bands: 150 - 400 kHz,
535 - 1600 kHz,  1550 - 4500 kHz,  4.5 - 13 MHz,  
and 13 - 30 MHz.
Bandspread bands: 3.5-4,   7-7.3,  14-14.35,  21-
21.4 and  
28-29.7 MHz plus CB channels 1-23. Headphone jack,  
S-Meter,  Mute Line
ANL,  Dial Lamp,  Standby,  Bandspread,  Antenna 
Trimmer, AVC.
New Price: $160 Used Price: $90 - 145
Dimensions:  14.5" wide  X  6" high  X  9" deep.

I have several of these receivers available for 
sale.  Three are DX150 models.
The rest are all DX160 models. Some of them have 
all of the original knobs. 
Some have one or two that are different. All of 
the receivers are being sold 
as-is. They are complete unless otherwise noted. 
At this point they are all 
untested and might work fine. Most of these need a 
new AC line cord. 
The antenna connections have all been changed to 
BNC receptacles but that is 
no big deal and it's very easy to change one of 
these to an SO-239 if desired. 
Some of these may have an extra sticker or two.

Most of these sets look a little used, and show 
some wear, but they would
be great for a restoration project or to use as is 
if you are not looking for 
a collector's model, beauty queen receiver.

First come, first served means you will get the 
best choice up front if you 
buy now. I do not know if they work. I have not 
tested them,but since they 
were all removed from service from an active 
company when they were shut down, 
there is good reason to think that most of them 
work fine as-is. If you want 
them tested, then the price is going to go up a 
little, naturally.

These sets typical sell used in the range  of 
$95.00 to $125.00. 

I have ONE with no case for $25.00 plus shipping.
I have one with a slightly dented case for $30.00 
plus shipping. 
The others are all available for $45.00 each plus 
shipping.

Pictures and details at:
http://www.af4k.com/radios.htm



From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Thu Jun  1 09:51:56 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Thu Jun  1 09:58:06 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: VERNIER REDUCTION DRIVES
Message-ID: <447EB8BC.12130.11AFC17@localhost>

FOR SALE:

REDUCTION DRIVES by JACKSON BROTHERS. 
Brand new dial drives for 1/4" shaft. Extra nice 
brass construction. 
These appear to be Jackson Brothers units with a 
5:1 or 6:1 tuning ratio.
These are the same as used in the Heathkit HW-101, 
some Swan models and 
other rigs.
Two hole mounting for front panel is on 1-1/4" 
centers. 
The brass shaft is 1" long and overall dimensions 
are: 
1-1/2" across the mounting ears. Drive body is 1" 
diameter. 
Accomodates any normal 1/4" shaft on tuning 
device. 
Several are available for $13.00 each plus 
shipping.

Picture and details at:
http://www.af4k.com/miscpart.htm


From W8EK at speakeasy.net  Sat Jun  3 08:06:04 2006
From: W8EK at speakeasy.net (Ken Simpson, W8EK)
Date: Sat Jun  3 08:12:27 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] Astron power supplies FS
Message-ID: <002d01c68706$199fbb90$f801000a@kendell>


Astron power supplies For Sale:

Astron VS-20 M
This supply is variable.  One can adjust the voltage, and 
set the current limit with front panel controls.  At 13.8 V DC 
it is rated at 16 amps continuous and 20 amps intermittent, 
however the current limit can be set, which is useful to 
protect the finals on many solid state rigs.  It has both an 
ammeter and a voltmeter, although the ammeter is not 
original.  Of course it works fine. Cosmetically, I can not 
find any scratches. $90

Astron RS-12 A
This supply is a 13.8 V DC supply, rated up to 12 amps 
intermittent duty.  It works fine and looks fine also.  $55

Prices do not include shipping from Florida.

Thanks.

73,

Ken, W8EK

Ken Simpson
E-mail to W8EK@speakeasy.net or W8EK@arrl.net
Voice Phone  (352) 732-8400








From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Wed Jun  7 17:18:48 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Wed Jun  7 17:25:30 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FT-241 measurements: a correction
In-Reply-To: <003501c68a6c$93ef6a80$6602a8c0@PowerSpec>
References: <4486A971.4094.141FF50F@localhost>
Message-ID: <44870A78.17380.729475@localhost>

I still have a bunch more of the FT241 crystals available
that are excess to my needs...
If anyone would like some, I will supply you all you can use 
for $1.00 each!

> I made a mistake when measuring the parameters of FT-241 crystals (reported
> here a number of weeks ago).
> 
> Corrected results for crystals of two different frequencies:
> 
> 389.123kHz:
>   - delta-f with 10pF series C = 0.149kHz
>   - computed Cm, Lm = 7.66E-15F, 21.85H
>   - measured Rs, approx = 10k
>   - computed Q, approx = 5300
> 
> 500kHz:
>   - delta-f with 10pF series C = 0.132kHz
>   - computed Cm, Lm = 5.28E-15F, 19.19H
>   - measured Rs, approx = 8k
>   - computed Q, approx = 7500
> 
> Simulating a simple 1-crystal filter (phase-splitter transformer,
> 'neutralizing' capacitor, 15k load) with the 500kHz values shows a 135Hz 3dB
> bandwidth and a 4kHz 30dB bandwidth. So far, I don't have a good design for
> a ladder filter using these parameters.
> 
> YMMV: I have only measured two specimens, and given the typical age of these
> crystals one can expect large variations.
> 
> 73, ian K3IMW
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
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From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Fri Jun  9 19:43:14 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Sat Jun 10 00:43:05 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: A Batch of 9 cool old CR1A Ham Crystals
Message-ID: <4489CF52.7046.11E1B2@localhost>

FOR SALE: NINE ham band CR1A etc. crystals

Time to dust off those WW2 rigs and put them on the air.
Or homebrew something. I may even have a socket for these.

These are CR1A crystals with 1/2" [pin spacing, and pin diameter
is slightly larger than an FT243. I may even have a socket 
or an adapter for these.

Frequencies:
7017.6,   7038.9,    7270.0,   7270.0,   7280.0,   10125.0 kHz
10141.7,   10208.3 kHz,     24.833 MHz

So, a kind of random mix of 40m and 30m and 12 meter 
rocks. Fun for homebrewing.

One has the pins slightly squeezed in but it still works fine...
All are CR1A rocks (8) except for the 7038.9 crystal which 
is in a DC35 holder from :Silver Cut Crystal Co." and has 
one slightly munged pin.  Kind of a mongrel group, so 
the price is low, he he...

The first $18.00 plus $6.00 shipping takes them home.
E-mail me if you would like them. 73 - Brian, AF4K




From W8EK at speakeasy.net  Sat Jun 10 07:46:46 2006
From: W8EK at speakeasy.net (Ken Simpson, W8EK)
Date: Sat Jun 10 07:53:05 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] Amateur radio publications FS
Message-ID: <00d201c68c83$8df25070$f801000a@kendell>


Amateur Radio Publications For Sale:
-
ARRL "Your QRP Operating Companion"
1992 - First Edition - $6
-
FCC "Interference Handbook"
1986 edition - $4
-
ARRL "Satellite Anthology"
1999 - 5th edition - like new - $11
-
ARRL "Weather Satellite Handbook"
1990 - 4th edition - like new - $11
-
RSGB "Amateur Radio Operating Manual"
1982 - 2nd edition - $ 8
1991 - 3rd edition - like new - $ 10
-
ARRL "Radio Amateurs Operating Manual"
1985 - 2nd edition - $8
1987 - 3rd edition - very large - like new - $12
-
Public Service Communications 
1985 - - Ninth edition - $3
-
Operating an Amateur Radio Station 
1969 - 52nd edition - $4
1983 - 61st edition - $3
-
ARRL "Specialized Communications Techniques 
for the Radio Amateur" - 1975 - First Edition - $7
-
Gordon West "General Class" Study Guide
2000 - Fifth Edition - $6
-
ARRL License Manuals
1979 - 77th edition - $3
1984 - 79th edition - $3
1984 - 80th edition - $3
Technician - 1989 - First edition - $3
General - 1989 - First edition - $3
Advanced - 1985 - First edition - $3
.......... 1990 - Third edition - $3
.......... 1997 - 4th edition - $3
-
ARRL Net Directories - $ 2 each - all like new
1975-76
1977-78
1978-79
1984-85
1989
-
ARRL FCC Rule book
1987 - seventh edition - $3
1989 - eighth edition - $3
-
ARRL Technician Class Exam course 
1993 - First Edition - $5
-
ARRL Repeater Directories - $ 5 each
1982-83
1983-84
1987-88
1989-90
-
1981 Foreign Callbook - Good condition - $ 4
-
-
The following Texas Instrument Data Books are available.
-
BiCMOS Bus Logic Interface - 1988 - $ 2
-
Boundary-Scan Logic IEE Std 1149.1 (JTAG)
5V and 3.3 V Bus interface and scan support Products
1994 - $ 3
-
LVDS Application and Data Handbook - 2003 - $ 3
-
The Voltage Regulator Handbook - 1977 - $ 6
-
-
All books are in good condition, unless noted.
-
Prices do not include shipping from Florida.
Shipping via "Media Mail" is fairly inexpensive.
-
Thanks.

73,

Ken, W8EK

Ken Simpson
E-mail to W8EK@speakeasy.net or W8EK@arrl.net
Voice Phone (352) 732-8400










From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Sun Jun 11 07:05:29 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Sun Jun 11 07:11:51 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: FT243 CRYSTALS - new ham frequencies
Message-ID: <448BC0B9.2581.344ECE@localhost>

FOR SALE: FT243 CRYSTALS on the Ham Bands...

Many new frequencies now available.

10 Meter 29 MHz AM PACK - in JUNE, QTY 4 FT243 
Crystals 
4X multipliers for 29.0 - 29.01 - 29.02 - 29.04 
MHz
for $30.00

FREE in JUNE - HC6U Crystal on 3742.7 kHz with any 
crystal purchase. Must request.

1815, 1822, 1850, 1900, 1950, 1955, 1970, 1977.5 
kHz
3505,  3510,  3515,  3520, 3530, 3535, 3540, 3546 
kHz
3800, 3805, 3825, 3830, 3875, 3880, 3885, 3983 kHz
7000, 7006.667, 7025, 7047, 7058, 7060, 7100, 
7106.667 kHz
7110, 7123, 7125, 7140, 7146, 7150, 7175, 7159, 
7200 kHz
8025, 8400 kHz
10106, 10108, 10112, 10120, 10125, 14020, 14057 
kHz
Many others available, see list at AF4K.COM

Available for $11.00 each plus shipping.
Please e-mail me to arrange purchase.
73 - Brian, AF4K
From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Sun Jun 11 07:47:40 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Sun Jun 11 07:54:13 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: Lacing Cord etc.
Message-ID: <448BCA9C.12212.5AEF5B@localhost>

For Sale:   Homebrew items...

Waxed Lacing Cord - for wiring, cables etc. in electronic 
equipment.  250 yard spool for $12.50

10 ohm, 300 Watt NON-INDUCTIVE resistors
QTY 10 available for $10.00 each plus shipping

6.3V at 8.3 AMPS filament transformer.
120V AC primary. New. QTY  4 available $19.00 ea.

BNC cables, BNC to BNC 3 feet, $7.00 each.

Rubber antennas for 430 to 470 MHz and 
900 to 930 MHz with BNC or SMA fitting.
Available for $5.00 each plus shipping.

MOTOROLA PLUG extension cable. As used on
AUTOMOBILE RADIO, 6 feet.
Available for $6.50 each plus shipping.

See more at:
http://www.af4k.com/miscpart.htm

73 - Brian, AF4K
From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Sun Jun 11 08:00:58 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Sun Jun 11 08:08:31 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] For Sale:   TUBE RF FINAL PARTS
Message-ID: <448BCDBA.28390.671930@localhost>

For Sale:   TUBE RF FINAL PARTS

Pair of EIMAC 4-125A Tubes with ceramic sockets 
and plate caps.

Rated for maximum plate voltage of 3000V at 
200 mA each. Great for a homebrew 600-800 Watt
class linear amplifier.  These are good, 
used RF power tubes that look like they have 
very low hours. The paint is still red.
Will sell the pair for $50.00 plus shipping. 

RFC plate choke - special pile-wound choke, 
great for the ham bands, and just right for 
these tubes, although it wlll handle up to 
1 amp plate current. Available for $22.00 

TRIAD 120V filament transformer for these two 
tubes - first quality. $20.00

Barker & Williamson FC15 filament choke for these 
tubes $20.00

See PICTURE and more details at:
http://www.af4k.com/miscpart.htm

73 - Brian, AF4K
From W8EK at speakeasy.net  Thu Jun 15 09:20:02 2006
From: W8EK at speakeasy.net (Ken Simpson, W8EK)
Date: Thu Jun 15 09:26:51 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] Crystal Switch FS
Message-ID: <006701c6907e$695decc0$f801000a@kendell>


For Sale:

Crystal Switch

This unit presently has six HC-6 U crystal sockets on it, 
although it is punched for eight.  There is a metal "chassis" 
about 2 1/12 by 2 inches that has the crystal sockets on it, 
and it mounted to the switch.  The switch appears to be a 
seven position switch, which seems a bit odd.  The entire 
mechanism is mounted by using the 3/8 inch hole for 
mounting the switch, with a knob on the front.

I don't remember what I got this for.  It looks like it might 
have been to add six crystals to a single channel rig.  It 
appears that it was never used.  

$15 plus shipping from Florida.

Thanks.

73,

Ken, W8EK

Ken Simpson
E-mail to W8EK@speakeasy.net or W8EK@arrl.net
Voice Phone  (352) 732-8400






From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Thu Jun 15 19:09:59 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Thu Jun 15 19:16:50 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: 40m CR1A Crystal
Message-ID: <4491B087.27468.4C725@localhost>

For sale:

40m CR1A crystal on 7105.55 kHz. Fully tested. 
QTY 1 only. This crystal is in good working condition.

Available for $10.00 plus shipping.

E-mail me to arrange purchase.
73 de AF4K, Brian
From W8EK at speakeasy.net  Sat Jun 17 12:51:04 2006
From: W8EK at speakeasy.net (Ken Simpson, W8EK)
Date: Sat Jun 17 12:58:03 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] HF Preamp / Preselector FS
Message-ID: <003901c6922e$39cee890$f801000a@kendell>


For Sale:

Preamp / Preselector for 40 thru 10 meters

This is a homebrew preamp / preselector using a dual gate 
MOSFET, and requiring about 9 V DC to operate.  It has a 
tuned circuit in it that can select 40 thru 10 meters, and tune 
out some of the "crud" from images, strong broadcast stations, 
etc., as well as giving additional amplification for receivers that 
have marginal gain, especially on the higher HF bands, such 
as many of the older receivers.  It is housed in a Radio Shack / 
LMB type enclosure about  5 1/4 inches wide, 3 inches high, 
and 6 inches deep.  The on-off switch will also bypass the unit, 
when turned off.  It is in nice shape for $20 plus shipping from 
Florida.

Thanks.

73,

Ken, W8EK

Ken Simpson
E-mail to W8EK@speakeasy.net or W8EK@arrl.net
Voice Phone  (352) 732-8400







From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Tue Jun 20 08:13:45 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Tue Jun 20 08:21:02 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS - Radio DIALS / Verniers
Message-ID: <4497AE39.4230.625353@localhost>

FOR SALE:  Vernier reduction drives etc.
(Pictures - see below)

First is a silver plated 5:1 ratio vernier drive with knob.
It has a scale of 0-200 on a 360 circle. Dimensions are 
4-1/8" diameter with comfortable 2" diameter fluted knob. 
Accepts standard 1/4" shaft.
Available for $10.00 plus shipping 

Large, newer style 9:1 ratio vernier drive with knob.
It has a scale of 0-100 on a 180 degree arc. 
Dimensions are 4" diameter with comfortable 
2" diameter fluted knob. Accepts standard 1/4" shaft.
Available for $10.00 plus shipping 

NATIONAL Velvet Vernier Reduction Drive.
This is the standard velvet vernier reduction drive 
with 4 mounting screws.  Has 0 - 150 scale on 
270 degrees of vernier skirt which is 3" in diameter.
Accepts standard 1/4" shaft. Excellent shape. 
Has paint on the unused side - works fine.
Available for $10.00 plus shipping 

JACKSON BROTHERS VERNIERS
Brand new dial drives for 1/4" shaft. Extra nice brass construction.
These appear to be Jackson Brothers units with a 5:1 or 6:1 
tuning ratio.  These are the same as used in the Heathkit 
HW-101 transceiver and other rigs.
Two hole mounting for front panel is on 1-1/4" centers.
The brass shaft is 1" long and overall dimensions are:
1-1/2" across the mounting ears. Drive body is 1" diameter.
Accomodates any normal 1/4" shaft on tuning device. 
A few left at $13.00 each plus shipping.

Pictures and details at:
http://www.af4k.com/miscpart.htm



From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Tue Jun 20 17:01:48 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Tue Jun 20 17:09:08 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: Pair of CR1A 40m CW Crystals
Message-ID: <449829FC.27685.B57416@localhost>

FOR SALE:

Two type CR-1A/AR military crystals for 40m CW.
For use with military or homebrew rigs etc.

7010 kHz and 7105.5 kHz
These are working fine and have the thicker pins 
spaced 1/2 inch apart and about 1/8" diameter.
 
Will sell the pair for $15.00 plus $6.00 shipping.

From W8EK at speakeasy.net  Sat Jun 24 08:02:13 2006
From: W8EK at speakeasy.net (Ken Simpson, W8EK)
Date: Sat Jun 24 08:09:54 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] Phone patches FS
Message-ID: <002c01c69786$087d0260$f801000a@kendell>


Phone patches For Sale:

Johnson Viking Phone Patch - Model 250-46

This phone patch is made to be mounted vertically 
beside the rig.  It is about 6 inches high, 2 inches 
wide and 3 inches deep.  It is possible that the face 
plate can be removed, and it made to be mounted 
horizontally, but I have not done that.  The reason I 
say this is that there are feet on the bottom, and on 
the left side.  Maybe the feet on the left side are to 
protect the rig.  In any case, it has 3 pots on the 
front for Null, Receive Volume, and transmit gain, 
along with a switch for phone patch or microphone.  
On the back is a terminal strip for speaker and 
phone line.  The microphone input has the 2 pin 
Amphenol connector like used by Johnson and 
many others in that era.

Cosmetically, it is extremely good.  Paint is nice 
and lettering close to perfect.  The only scratch is 
a very, very minor scratch near the switch that 
switches between mic and phone patch.  $45


Heath HD-15 phone patch
This is the unit with the VU meter on the left and 3 knobs 
that match the SB series to the middle and right. Low or 
high Z output to the transmitter. It can also be used as an
interface to your sound card for PSK31, etc. It is in very 
good shape. Paper work included for $ 25.


Prices do not include shipping from Florida.

Thanks.

73,

Ken, W8EK

Ken Simpson
E-mail to W8EK@speakeasy.net or W8EK@arrl.net
Voice Phone  (352) 732-8400








From bcarling at cfl.rr.com  Sat Jun 24 08:48:45 2006
From: bcarling at cfl.rr.com (Brian Carling)
Date: Sat Jun 24 08:56:28 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] FS: Isolation Transformer
Message-ID: <449CFC6D.12108.818970@localhost>

FOR SALE:

1000 watt Isolation Transformer. for 120V AC.
by Northlake Engineering Co.

Has four IEC outlets and heavy duty industrial 
power cable. Heavy gauge, light gray metal case 
with rubber feet. Like new condition.

Has a nice breaker switch for power ON/OFF.

Available for $45.00 plus shipping

From W8EK at speakeasy.net  Sat Jun 24 14:00:12 2006
From: W8EK at speakeasy.net (Ken Simpson, W8EK)
Date: Sat Jun 24 14:07:55 2006
Subject: [DCboatanchors] SWR Bridge for parts only
Message-ID: <001a01c697b8$0a98f1d0$f801000a@kendell>


For Sale:

SWR Bridge for parts only

Philmore FS-45 SWR Bridge

This is a generic, everyday, standard HF SWR bridge 
with a single meter in a case about 6 inches long X 2 
inches X 2 1/2 inches, and SO-239 connectors at each 
end.  It also has provisions for being a field strength meter. 
It does not work and is being sold for parts only.  
It does not work electrically.  Cosmetically, it is in good shape.

$5 plus shipping from Florida.

Thanks.

73,

Ken, W8EK

Ken Simpson
E-mail to W8EK@speakeasy.net or W8EK@arrl.net
Voice Phone  (352) 732-8400






