From SBJohnston@aol.com  Mon Dec  1 04:04:57 2003
From: SBJohnston@aol.com (SBJohnston@aol.com)
Date: Sun, 30 Nov 2003 23:04:57 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] Request: CW-101 manual
Message-ID: <18b.22dd0175.2cfc17e9@aol.com>

johnbartley3@yahoo.com wrote:

>>If anyone has a scan of the CW-101 manual, please drop me an e-mail
>>off-line.  Thank you all.

<A HREF="mailto:dfischer@usol.com">dfischer@usol.com</A>    wrote:

>Why don't you just say you want a free copy? (chuckle)

Duane - I hope I misunderstand you, but it sounds like you're giving this 
fellow some grief for asking for a scan of some radio documentation.  Is that 
correct?  If so, I find that to be way out of line.  Sharing info on radios is 
why we are here, isn't it?  

Steve  WD8DAS

sbjohnston@aol.com




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From wa9vrh@mtco.com  Mon Dec  1 16:30:01 2003
From: wa9vrh@mtco.com (Larry Saletzki)
Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2003 10:30:01 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] Collins Collectors Association First Wednesday AM Night Dec 3rd!
Message-ID: <006001c3b828$5eea4580$580b1aa5@kws1>

FIRST WEDNESDAY AM NIGHT !!! Sponsored by the Collins Collectors
Association.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (QRZ) - Wednesday Dec 3rd  on 3880 kcs at 8PM local time
marks the start of the latest chapter of  First Wednesday AM Night, drawing
hundreds of vintage stations from across the country.

The event is anchored by a "tall ship" AM station in each time zone, who
runs the gathering for an hour, starting at 8PM in each time zone and
starting on the East Coast. Stations check-in using Collins and other
transmitters with AM capabilities, new and old. The idea is to revel in this
nostalgic mode, enjoy giving vintage equipment a "run," and sharing some
storytelling about classic vacuum tube homebrew and commercial designs.

In months past, anchor stations have included those running the beautiful
Collins 300-G, pictured below, as well as those running the amateur KW-1 and
other noted models.

http://www.amwindow.org/pix/jpg/300g.jpg

LISTEN for these anchors and stop by to say hello, won't you?  You don't
have to be running Collins or vintage gear to be welcomed into the group.

8P-9P East Coast Anchor:  Bill K2LNU or Joe N3IBX (Washington Crossing PA)


8P-9P Midwest Anchor:  Tony W9JXN  (Illinois)

8P-9P Rocky Mountain Anchor: Jim WA0LSB (Colorado)

8P-9P West Coast Anchor:  Bill, N6PY  (California)

comments please to wa9vrh@mtco.com



FIRST WEDNESDAY AM NIGHT !!! Sponsored by the Collins Collectors
Association.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (QRZ) - Wednesday Dec 3rd  on 3880 kcs at 8PM local time
marks the start of the latest chapter of  First Wednesday AM Night, drawing
hundreds of vintage stations from across the country.

The event is anchored by a "tall ship" AM station in each time zone, who
runs the gathering for an hour, starting at 8PM in each time zone and
starting on the East Coast. Stations check-in using Collins and other
transmitters with AM capabilities, new and old. The idea is to revel in this
nostalgic mode, enjoy giving vintage equipment a "run," and sharing some
storytelling about classic vacuum tube homebrew and commercial designs.

In months past, anchor stations have included those running the beautiful
Collins 300-G, pictured below, as well as those running the amateur KW-1 and
other noted models.

http://www.amwindow.org/pix/jpg/300g.jpg

LISTEN for these anchors and stop by to say hello, won't you?  You don't
have to be running Collins or vintage gear to be welcomed into the group.

8P-9P East Coast Anchor:  Bill K2LNU or Joe N3IBX (Washington Crossing PA)


8P-9P Midwest Anchor:  Tony W9JXN  (Illinois)

8P-9P Rocky Mountain Anchor: Jim WA0LSB (Colorado)

8P-9P West Coast Anchor:  Bill, N6PY  (California)

comments please to wa9vrh@mtco.com



FIRST WEDNESDAY AM NIGHT !!! Sponsored by the Collins Collectors
Association.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (QRZ) - Wednesday Dec 3rd  on 3880 kcs at 8PM local time
marks the start of the latest chapter of  First Wednesday AM Night, drawing
hundreds of vintage stations from across the country.

The event is anchored by a "tall ship" AM station in each time zone, who
runs the gathering for an hour, starting at 8PM in each time zone and
starting on the East Coast. Stations check-in using Collins and other
transmitters with AM capabilities, new and old. The idea is to revel in this
nostalgic mode, enjoy giving vintage equipment a "run," and sharing some
storytelling about classic vacuum tube homebrew and commercial designs.

In months past, anchor stations have included those running the beautiful
Collins 300-G, pictured below, as well as those running the amateur KW-1 and
other noted models.

http://www.amwindow.org/pix/jpg/300g.jpg

LISTEN for these anchors and stop by to say hello, won't you?  You don't
have to be running Collins or vintage gear to be welcomed into the group.

8P-9P East Coast Anchor:  Bill K2LNU or Joe N3IBX (Washington Crossing PA)


8P-9P Midwest Anchor:  Tony W9JXN  (Illinois)

8P-9P Rocky Mountain Anchor: Jim WA0LSB (Colorado)

8P-9P West Coast Anchor:  Bill, N6PY  (California)

comments please to wa9vrh@mtco.com



FIRST WEDNESDAY AM NIGHT !!! Sponsored by the Collins Collectors
Association.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (QRZ) - Wednesday Dec 3rd  on 3880 kcs at 8PM local time
marks the start of the latest chapter of  First Wednesday AM Night, drawing
hundreds of vintage stations from across the country.

The event is anchored by a "tall ship" AM station in each time zone, who
runs the gathering for an hour, starting at 8PM in each time zone and
starting on the East Coast. Stations check-in using Collins and other
transmitters with AM capabilities, new and old. The idea is to revel in this
nostalgic mode, enjoy giving vintage equipment a "run," and sharing some
storytelling about classic vacuum tube homebrew and commercial designs.

In months past, anchor stations have included those running the beautiful
Collins 300-G, pictured below, as well as those running the amateur KW-1 and
other noted models.

http://www.amwindow.org/pix/jpg/300g.jpg

LISTEN for these anchors and stop by to say hello, won't you?  You don't
have to be running Collins or vintage gear to be welcomed into the group.

8P-9P East Coast Anchor:  Bill K2LNU or Joe N3IBX (Washington Crossing PA)


8P-9P Midwest Anchor:  Tony W9JXN  (Illinois)

8P-9P Rocky Mountain Anchor: Jim WA0LSB (Colorado)

8P-9P West Coast Anchor:  Bill, N6PY  (California)

comments please to wa9vrh@mtco.com



FIRST WEDNESDAY AM NIGHT !!! Sponsored by the Collins Collectors
Association.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (QRZ) - Wednesday Dec 3rd  on 3880 kcs at 8PM local time
marks the start of the latest chapter of  First Wednesday AM Night, drawing
hundreds of vintage stations from across the country.

The event is anchored by a "tall ship" AM station in each time zone, who
runs the gathering for an hour, starting at 8PM in each time zone and
starting on the East Coast. Stations check-in using Collins and other
transmitters with AM capabilities, new and old. The idea is to revel in this
nostalgic mode, enjoy giving vintage equipment a "run," and sharing some
storytelling about classic vacuum tube homebrew and commercial designs.

In months past, anchor stations have included those running the beautiful
Collins 300-G, pictured below, as well as those running the amateur KW-1 and
other noted models.

http://www.amwindow.org/pix/jpg/300g.jpg

LISTEN for these anchors and stop by to say hello, won't you?  You don't
have to be running Collins or vintage gear to be welcomed into the group.

8P-9P East Coast Anchor:  Bill K2LNU or Joe N3IBX (Washington Crossing PA)


8P-9P Midwest Anchor:  Tony W9JXN  (Illinois)

8P-9P Rocky Mountain Anchor: Jim WA0LSB (Colorado)

8P-9P West Coast Anchor:  Bill, N6PY  (California)

comments please to wa9vrh@mtco.com



FIRST WEDNESDAY AM NIGHT !!! Sponsored by the Collins Collectors
Association.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (QRZ) - Wednesday Dec 3rd  on 3880 kcs at 8PM local time
marks the start of the latest chapter of  First Wednesday AM Night, drawing
hundreds of vintage stations from across the country.

The event is anchored by a "tall ship" AM station in each time zone, who
runs the gathering for an hour, starting at 8PM in each time zone and
starting on the East Coast. Stations check-in using Collins and other
transmitters with AM capabilities, new and old. The idea is to revel in this
nostalgic mode, enjoy giving vintage equipment a "run," and sharing some
storytelling about classic vacuum tube homebrew and commercial designs.

In months past, anchor stations have included those running the beautiful
Collins 300-G, pictured below, as well as those running the amateur KW-1 and
other noted models.

http://www.amwindow.org/pix/jpg/300g.jpg

LISTEN for these anchors and stop by to say hello, won't you?  You don't
have to be running Collins or vintage gear to be welcomed into the group.

8P-9P East Coast Anchor:  Bill K2LNU or Joe N3IBX (Washington Crossing PA)


8P-9P Midwest Anchor:  Tony W9JXN  (Illinois)

8P-9P Rocky Mountain Anchor: Jim WA0LSB (Colorado)

8P-9P West Coast Anchor:  Bill, N6PY  (California)

comments please to wa9vrh@mtco.com



FIRST WEDNESDAY AM NIGHT !!! Sponsored by the Collins Collectors
Association.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (QRZ) - Wednesday Dec 3rd  on 3880 kcs at 8PM local time
marks the start of the latest chapter of  First Wednesday AM Night, drawing
hundreds of vintage stations from across the country.

The event is anchored by a "tall ship" AM station in each time zone, who
runs the gathering for an hour, starting at 8PM in each time zone and
starting on the East Coast. Stations check-in using Collins and other
transmitters with AM capabilities, new and old. The idea is to revel in this
nostalgic mode, enjoy giving vintage equipment a "run," and sharing some
storytelling about classic vacuum tube homebrew and commercial designs.

In months past, anchor stations have included those running the beautiful
Collins 300-G, pictured below, as well as those running the amateur KW-1 and
other noted models.

http://www.amwindow.org/pix/jpg/300g.jpg

LISTEN for these anchors and stop by to say hello, won't you?  You don't
have to be running Collins or vintage gear to be welcomed into the group.

8P-9P East Coast Anchor:  Bill K2LNU or Joe N3IBX (Washington Crossing PA)


8P-9P Midwest Anchor:  Tony W9JXN  (Illinois)

8P-9P Rocky Mountain Anchor: Jim WA0LSB (Colorado)

8P-9P West Coast Anchor:  Bill, N6PY  (California)

comments please to wa9vrh@mtco.com



From jim.stucky1@juno.com  Tue Dec  2 06:20:33 2003
From: jim.stucky1@juno.com (jim.stucky1@juno.com)
Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2003 22:20:33 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB
Message-ID: <20031202.170457.3572.1.jim.stucky1@juno.com>

Hi list;

Looking for a SB-102, and accessories...

Jim/KD7UU

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From mgrandy@telus.net  Wed Dec  3 01:31:40 2003
From: mgrandy@telus.net (Murray Grandy)
Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2003 17:31:40 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] re 6 meters
Message-ID: <000d01c3b93d$3404f6b0$7f00a8c0@u2t2k1>

It's about time I thanked everyone for the info on 6 meters. I have now
purchased a Ranger all mode mobile. Don't have it in my hands yet. Seems
most of the Heathkit 6 meter is not for me, not at this time anyway.
However, I intend to keep looking for SB-110 for future.
Murray VE7MGY
**********************************



From gzook@yahoo.com  Wed Dec  3 02:08:11 2003
From: gzook@yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2003 18:08:11 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] re 6 meters
In-Reply-To: <000d01c3b93d$3404f6b0$7f00a8c0@u2t2k1>
Message-ID: <20031203020811.12910.qmail@web40201.mail.yahoo.com>

If you have a choice, the SB-110A is a bit better than
the original SB-110.  Also, they are more common.

Glen, K9STH


--- Murray Grandy <mgrandy@telus.net> wrote:

I intend to keep looking for SB-110 for future.

=====
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Web sites

http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco

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From dfischer@usol.com  Wed Dec  3 02:26:10 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2003 21:26:10 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] re 6 meters
Message-ID: <200312030227.hB32RUj32530@hades.usol.com>

Perhaps you could enlighten the readership as to why Glen?   Tnx.	


----------
From: Glen Zook <gzook@yahoo.com>
To: Murray Grandy <mgrandy@telus.net>; heathkit list <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] re 6 meters
Date: Tuesday, December 02, 2003 9:08 PM

If you have a choice, the SB-110A is a bit better than
the original SB-110.  Also, they are more common.

Glen, K9STH


--- Murray Grandy <mgrandy@telus.net> wrote:

I intend to keep looking for SB-110 for future.

=====
Glen, K9STH

Web sites

http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco

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From kg9il@sbcglobal.net  Wed Dec  3 04:56:07 2003
From: kg9il@sbcglobal.net (Kevin Thomas)
Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2003 22:56:07 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] re 6 meters
References: <200312030227.hB32RUj32530@hades.usol.com>
Message-ID: <00e401c3b959$c40389e0$6501a8c0@i6r6k1>

Hello All!

I am happy to jump in and explain this.

According to Chuck Penson's(WA7ZZE) book.....Heathkit, A Guide to the
Amateur Products......"...differences in the 110A include improvements in
bypassing and filtering, and an improved....... LMO. These modifications
were made to eliminate a signal being radiated by the heterodyne
oscillator........this signal was getting into TV channel 6....."  I have
owned a SB-110A and it was great.

Any Heathkit enthusiast is encouraged to by this book. It is absolutely
incredible. I believe that a second edition is now in print. I own the
original and it now bound by tape due to extreme use and is stuffed with
additions, modification info, etc...posted here and elsewhere on the net.

Kevin
KG9IL
Owner of a SB-303/401 pair and an Apache


----- Original Message -----
From: "Duane Fischer, W8DBF" <dfischer@usol.com>
To: "Glen Zook" <gzook@yahoo.com>; "Murray Grandy" <mgrandy@telus.net>;
"heathkit list" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Tuesday, December 02, 2003 8:26 PM
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] re 6 meters


> Perhaps you could enlighten the readership as to why Glen?   Tnx.
>
>
> ----------
> From: Glen Zook <gzook@yahoo.com>
> To: Murray Grandy <mgrandy@telus.net>; heathkit list
<heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
> Subject: Re: [Heathkit] re 6 meters
> Date: Tuesday, December 02, 2003 9:08 PM
>
> If you have a choice, the SB-110A is a bit better than
> the original SB-110.  Also, they are more common.
>
> Glen, K9STH
>
>
> --- Murray Grandy <mgrandy@telus.net> wrote:
>
> I intend to keep looking for SB-110 for future.
>
> =====
> Glen, K9STH
>
> Web sites
>
> http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
> http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco
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From dfischer@usol.com  Wed Dec  3 16:51:58 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2003 11:51:58 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Global Glow Glows Tonight!
Message-ID: <200312031654.hB3GsYj09318@hades.usol.com>

	
As always, all flavors and cents of vintage gear are welcome - (if its modern,
just don't tell us!)   	
	
I have it on good authority, that 20 meter propagation will be terrific this
evening for the HCI Global Glow Roundtable. Yea, I know, and pigs aren't pork
either! Nonetheless, we start at 6:00 PM EST, (2300 UTC) until about 8:00 PM
EST, (0100 UTC). The frequency is 14.315 Mhz usb +/- for key clicks, mike
splatter and the faint fluffy flutter sound of snowflakes falling on the Ham
Shack roof. It is so cold here today in Michigan, that the hearty Winter birds
are wearing beak warmers! I saw one earlier at a neighbor's bird feeder using a
propane torch to thaw out the seeds! 	
	
I hope to hear a lot of you tonight, so do not disappoint me and fall asleep
after stuffing yourself with supper and getting depressed by the national, or
local, news. Hey! It could be a lot worse. Your wife might finally 'not' have a
headache and be in a romantic mood and your penal implant has sprung a leak in
the hydraulic system!       		
	
Duane Fischer, W8DBF	
NCS: Hallicrafters Collectors International   	

	




From maxtaz@shaw.ca  Wed Dec  3 19:57:25 2003
From: maxtaz@shaw.ca (David)
Date: Wed, 03 Dec 2003 11:57:25 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] Power Supplies
Message-ID: <023c01c3b9d7$ac687560$0a01a8c0@taz>

I am still looking for one of the following Heathkit bench power supplies

IP-17
IP-32
IP-2717 or 2717A

If anyone has one of the above in excellent shape that they want to part
with
give me a call....Dave   VA7DG



From sx28@juno.com  Thu Dec  4 10:17:34 2003
From: sx28@juno.com (sx28@juno.com)
Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2003 05:17:34 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] Handbooks 4-Sale
Message-ID: <20031204.051734.2812.1.sx28@juno.com>

Serious offers only

Complete set ARRL Handbooks 1947-1969 
1934 ARRL
1936 ARRL
1937 ARRL
1938 ARRL
1941 ARRL
1942 ARRL Special Defense Edition (2nd printing April 1942, 40,000
copies)
1936 The Radio Handbook for Radio Amateurs and Experimeters (Pacific
Radio Publishing Co.)
1934 Radio Amateur's License Manual
1957 World Radio Laboratories, Inc. Catalog NO. 17
1936 The Raio Antenna Handbook by the Engineering Staff of  "Radio"
J.N.A. Hawkins
Tube Substitution and Tube books
1965 Boy Scouts of America Radio Handbook (Hallicrafters Station on
cover)

This represents only a partial library collection of radio books.

Anyone interested in buying the whole lot?  

E-mail inquiries only

Location: South Bend, Indiana

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From w1sku@direcway.com  Thu Dec  4 18:40:34 2003
From: w1sku@direcway.com (Frederick W. Holmes, W1SKU)
Date: Thu, 04 Dec 2003 13:40:34 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] SB-401 FS
Message-ID: <00ee01c3ba96$1ce61f90$c428050a@fredsmain>

Hello to All,

I have an SB-401 for sale. The rig puts out 100 plus watts on all bands, is well wired and the front panel is very good, with all the silk screening intact. Comes with the 8 accessory crystals installed for stand alone operation. All the tubes have been checked, and weak ones have been replaced. All controls and switches have been cleaned using DeOxit. The caps have all been checked and replaced as needed. Comes with original power cord, and a W7FY manual.

Digital pictures available, just email me and I will send them.

Asking $160.00 plus shipping from 48363, or local pick-up.

73 de Fred, W1SKU
Oakland, Michigan 48363


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From millenniumfalcon@cableone.net  Thu Dec  4 21:04:41 2003
From: millenniumfalcon@cableone.net (Jim Isbell)
Date: Thu, 04 Dec 2003 15:04:41 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
Message-ID: <3FCFA169.10404@cableone.net>

I just got a HW-101 and a HW-32A.  I have manuals but need further 
information.

I do not yet have them "in hand" but they are supposed to be in 
operational condition.

But I am sure there are things that will make them better...mods, etc. 
 Where do I look for this information??

Secondly I would like to know what the difference is between the HW-32 
and the HW-32A??

and finally, is there a mod out there to allow either of these to 
operate AM??


From sx28@juno.com  Thu Dec  4 23:01:29 2003
From: sx28@juno.com (sx28@juno.com)
Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2003 18:01:29 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] Attention SSB on 3.589 KHz
Message-ID: <20031204.180129.2564.0.sx28@juno.com>

Everyone attention listen to 3.589 to two USB stations using CB lingo. 
They are S9 +15 to 20 at my location in northern Indiana. De
ni9y@arrl.net

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From gzook@yahoo.com  Thu Dec  4 22:18:32 2003
From: gzook@yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2003 14:18:32 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
In-Reply-To: <3FCFA169.10404@cableone.net>
Message-ID: <20031204221832.27803.qmail@web40205.mail.yahoo.com>

The "A" models of the Heath single band SSB units had
both sidebands available.  The HW-12 and HW-22 came
only with lower sideband and the HW-32 came only with
upper sideband.  The "A" units had a different colored
front panel, different knobs, and a selector switch at
the bottom of the front panel to select the opposite
sideband.

Although the sideband was switched, the VFO frequency
was not and thus the calibration when the unit was
used on the "opposite" sideband was just under 3 KHz
off.  The VFO was calibrated when in LSB for the 80
and 40 meter units and in USB for the 20 meter unit.

Glen, K9STH


--- Jim Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net> wrote:

I would like to know what the difference is between
the HW-32 and the HW-32A??

=====
Glen, K9STH

Web sites

http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco

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From dfischer@usol.com  Fri Dec  5 00:19:41 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2003 19:19:41 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
Message-ID: <200312050028.hB50Shj07202@hades.usol.com>

I would like to personally thank Glen for all of his contributions on different
lists over the past few years. What a terrific resource that so many of you have
benefited from. Thank you Glen. You are appreciated more than you may know, and
definitely more than most subscribers tell you. Too many of us take too much as
granted -  	
	
Duane Fischer, W8DBF	


----------
From: Glen Zook <gzook@yahoo.com>
To: Jim Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>; mail list Heathkit
<heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
Date: Thursday, December 04, 2003 5:18 PM

The "A" models of the Heath single band SSB units had
both sidebands available.  The HW-12 and HW-22 came
only with lower sideband and the HW-32 came only with
upper sideband.  The "A" units had a different colored
front panel, different knobs, and a selector switch at
the bottom of the front panel to select the opposite
sideband.

Although the sideband was switched, the VFO frequency
was not and thus the calibration when the unit was
used on the "opposite" sideband was just under 3 KHz
off.  The VFO was calibrated when in LSB for the 80
and 40 meter units and in USB for the 20 meter unit.

Glen, K9STH


--- Jim Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net> wrote:

I would like to know what the difference is between
the HW-32 and the HW-32A??

=====
Glen, K9STH

Web sites

http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco

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From David" <davideellison@email.msn.com  Fri Dec  5 03:21:46 2003
From: David" <davideellison@email.msn.com (David)
Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2003 19:21:46 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
References: <3FCFA169.10404@cableone.net>
Message-ID: <034a01c3bade$eace4ac0$0600a8c0@daveslaptop>

> 
> Secondly I would like to know what the difference is between the HW-32 
> and the HW-32A??

The biggest single difference is the A version adds a USB/LSB switch
under the tuning dial.  Not sure why.....

Dave WB7AWK


From cra@floodcity.net  Fri Dec  5 12:43:16 2003
From: cra@floodcity.net (David Knepper)
Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2003 07:43:16 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
References: <200312050028.hB50Shj07202@hades.usol.com>
Message-ID: <006e01c3bb2d$5ca44de0$16d35dc6@computer>

For your information, Glen is the new contributing editor to the Collins
Journal publication, the official publication of the CRA.

The CRA is most happy to have Glen on our staff.

Thank you.

Dave, W3ST
Secretary to the Collins Radio Association
Publisher of the Collins Journal
www.collinsra.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Duane Fischer, W8DBF" <dfischer@usol.com>
To: "Glen Zook" <gzook@yahoo.com>; "Jim Isbell"
<millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>; "mail list Heathkit"
<heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 04, 2003 7:19 PM
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff


> I would like to personally thank Glen for all of his contributions on
different
> lists over the past few years. What a terrific resource that so many of
you have
> benefited from. Thank you Glen. You are appreciated more than you may
know, and
> definitely more than most subscribers tell you. Too many of us take too
much as
> granted -
>
> Duane Fischer, W8DBF
>
>
> ----------
> From: Glen Zook <gzook@yahoo.com>
> To: Jim Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>; mail list Heathkit
> <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
> Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
> Date: Thursday, December 04, 2003 5:18 PM
>
> The "A" models of the Heath single band SSB units had
> both sidebands available.  The HW-12 and HW-22 came
> only with lower sideband and the HW-32 came only with
> upper sideband.  The "A" units had a different colored
> front panel, different knobs, and a selector switch at
> the bottom of the front panel to select the opposite
> sideband.
>
> Although the sideband was switched, the VFO frequency
> was not and thus the calibration when the unit was
> used on the "opposite" sideband was just under 3 KHz
> off.  The VFO was calibrated when in LSB for the 80
> and 40 meter units and in USB for the 20 meter unit.
>
> Glen, K9STH
>
>
> --- Jim Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net> wrote:
>
> I would like to know what the difference is between
> the HW-32 and the HW-32A??
>
> =====
> Glen, K9STH
>
> Web sites
>
> http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
> http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco
>
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From dfischer@usol.com  Fri Dec  5 13:13:48 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2003 08:13:48 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
Message-ID: <200312051315.hB5DFRj06038@hades.usol.com>

Thank you David for that Collins snippet. I am sure Glen will be a valuable
contributor. Because of your disregard for the editorial literary skills of
Frogzilla, enjoy the blizzard headed your way! It was easier to bribe Mother
Nature than to arrange for a plague of frogs this time of the year! Don't let my
ribbing get stuck in your CRA or is it craw?
	
	
Duane W8DBF	
 

----------
From: David Knepper <cra@floodcity.net>
To: Duane Fischer, W8DBF <dfischer@usol.com>; Glen Zook <gzook@yahoo.com>; Jim
Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>; mail list Heathkit
<heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
Date: Friday, December 05, 2003 7:43 AM

For your information, Glen is the new contributing editor to the Collins
Journal publication, the official publication of the CRA.

The CRA is most happy to have Glen on our staff.

Thank you.

Dave, W3ST
Secretary to the Collins Radio Association
Publisher of the Collins Journal
www.collinsra.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Duane Fischer, W8DBF" <dfischer@usol.com>
To: "Glen Zook" <gzook@yahoo.com>; "Jim Isbell"
<millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>; "mail list Heathkit"
<heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 04, 2003 7:19 PM
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff


> I would like to personally thank Glen for all of his contributions on
different
> lists over the past few years. What a terrific resource that so many of
you have
> benefited from. Thank you Glen. You are appreciated more than you may
know, and
> definitely more than most subscribers tell you. Too many of us take too
much as
> granted -
>
> Duane Fischer, W8DBF
>
>
> ----------
> From: Glen Zook <gzook@yahoo.com>
> To: Jim Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>; mail list Heathkit
> <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
> Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Just aquired "new" heathkit stuff
> Date: Thursday, December 04, 2003 5:18 PM
>
> The "A" models of the Heath single band SSB units had
> both sidebands available.  The HW-12 and HW-22 came
> only with lower sideband and the HW-32 came only with
> upper sideband.  The "A" units had a different colored
> front panel, different knobs, and a selector switch at
> the bottom of the front panel to select the opposite
> sideband.
>
> Although the sideband was switched, the VFO frequency
> was not and thus the calibration when the unit was
> used on the "opposite" sideband was just under 3 KHz
> off.  The VFO was calibrated when in LSB for the 80
> and 40 meter units and in USB for the 20 meter unit.
>
> Glen, K9STH
>
>
> --- Jim Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net> wrote:
>
> I would like to know what the difference is between
> the HW-32 and the HW-32A??
>
> =====
> Glen, K9STH
>
> Web sites
>
> http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
> http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco
>
> __________________________________
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From dcsfree@worldnet.att.net  Fri Dec  5 15:34:21 2003
From: dcsfree@worldnet.att.net (DAN COTSIRILOS)
Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2003 07:34:21 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] sb-620
Message-ID: <006e01c3bb45$419aafe0$daf6490c@oemcomputer>

Hello

    I have a sb-620 scanalyzer with a 455 kc coil. Does anyone know if =
the other if coils can be made or are the parts obsolete?


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From tfarl@mchsi.com  Fri Dec  5 14:13:11 2003
From: tfarl@mchsi.com (=?Windows-1252?Q?Tom_N=D8JMY_-_AAR7FV?=)
Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2003 08:13:11 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] Heathkit sb-620/ho-13  investigated by CIA
References: <006e01c3bb45$419aafe0$daf6490c@oemcomputer>
Message-ID: <009101c3bb39$ea69fb50$0200a8c0@farland>

C razy I nsane A mateur has delved into his archives and came up with the
following posts he made sometime in the past.:

Dan, Maybe this will help.  I think if somebody just did a little
experimentation with
available stuff and didn't get bogged down worrying about the details, a
suitable solution could be had.  If you come up with any breakthroughs,
please let the lists know.
----------------------------
Post #1

Every now and then, I see guys on the lists looking for the various coils to
change the HO-13 and SB-620 to different rcvr IF's.  I have uncovered an old
blueprint of those coils and I am posting the pertinent data here to whom it
may concern.

I hope this does someone somewhere out there some good.  Maybe some of you
old Heath guys can look at this and tell us what is pertinent so we can see
if there's anything out there available that is close enough to be a
replacement without to much hassle.

To wit:

The 455 coil for the HO-13 is P/N 588 and has the following characteristics:

Range: (uH ) 117(max) to 275 (min)
Preset:  123 ±5% @ 790 kHz.
"Q": minimum @ 790 kHz.: 57 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
Min. wire size: 3/41 litz
Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
No. of turns:  Universal 133
% of total turns from start to tap:  23%
Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
Winding: Clockwise
Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum

P/N 589 was this high IF coil for the HO-13:

Range: ( uH) 12(max) to 31(min)
Preset:  23.6 ±10% @ 2.5 MHz.
"Q": minimum @ 2.5 MHz.: 80, measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
Min. wire size: 3/41 litz
Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
No. of turns:  Universal 43
% of total turns from start to tap:  20%
Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
Winding: Clockwise
Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum

On the SB-620, P/N's 775 & 776 are the same as 588 & 589 respectively, but
they have a 4th (dummy) lug at 3 o'clock.

73,
Tom
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Post #2

Well it took exactly 12 minutes to get my first 2 requests for the rest of
the dope for the SB-620 coils.  So -- here goes

P/N 774 (must have been from earlier production):

Range: ( uH) 2.60(max) to 5.0 (min)
Preset:  3.5 ±10% @ 7.9 MHz.
"Q": minimum @ 7.9 MHz.: 85 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
Min. wire size: #30
Wire type: SPTH S. Cel.
No. of turns:  19 1/2
% of total turns from start to tap:  37%
Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
Winding: Clockwise
Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum

P/N 807:

Range: ( uH) 3.8 (max) to 7 (min)
Preset:  4.8 ±10% @ 7.9 MHz.
"Q": minimum @ 7.9 MHz.: 70 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
Min. wire size: #38
Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
No. of turns:  Universal 18 1/2
 Turns from start to tap:  6 1/4
Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
Winding: Clockwise
Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum

and P/N 808:

Range: ( uH) 27(max) to 56 (min)
Preset:  44±10% @ 2.5 MHz.
"Q": minimum @ 2.5 MHz 60 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
Min. wire size: #38
Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
No. of turns:  Universal 57 1/2
 Turns from start to tap:  16 1/4
Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
Winding: Clockwise
Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum

FWIW, the coil forms vary between 1 1/4" and 1 1/2" in length.

You guys please keep the list informed of any breakthroughs.

Tnx,
Tom
------------------------
Post #3

A few more tid-bits:

FWIW: the part nos. I posted should all be preceded by "40-".

Also:  40-588 & 40-589 were vintage 1963 pieces that became obsolete
2/28/66, at which time 40-774, 40-775, and 40-776 were introduced.  Then, on
11/21/66 the 40-774 became obsolete, and the 40-807 & 40-808 were
introduced.  I have no other revisions beyond 9/15/67.


Vy 73,

Tom


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "DAN COTSIRILOS" <dcsfree@worldnet.att.net>
To: <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Friday, December 05, 2003 9:34 AM
Subject: [Heathkit] sb-620


>Hello

>    I have a sb-620 scanalyzer with a 455 kc coil. Does anyone know if the
other if coils >can be made or are the parts obsolete?



From jbrannig@optonline.net  Fri Dec  5 15:06:29 2003
From: jbrannig@optonline.net (Jim Brannigan)
Date: Fri, 05 Dec 2003 10:06:29 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Heathkit sb-620/ho-13  investigated by CIA
References: <006e01c3bb45$419aafe0$daf6490c@oemcomputer>
 <009101c3bb39$ea69fb50$0200a8c0@farland>
Message-ID: <000e01c3bb41$5cfda160$6401a8c0@6vbp801>

I have an SB-620 set up for the Heath IF and want to use it with my Collins
455 IF.

With the help of this list and other sources I did an extensive analysis of
the work necessary to convert the unit. I finally decided that it was not
worth the trouble, and risk, to retrofit the circuit with non-Heath parts
and an external mixer was a wiser choice.  A crystal controlled SA-602 mixer
would fit the bill and have a small parts count. An amplifier might be
needed to drive the SB-620.
The project is scheduled for this winter and will have to be done from
scratch, I have not seen any circuits or construction articles that address
this problem.

Before anyone asks, I am not willing to swap parts.

Jim


> C razy I nsane A mateur has delved into his archives and came up with the
> following posts he made sometime in the past.:
>
> Dan, Maybe this will help.  I think if somebody just did a little
> experimentation with
> available stuff and didn't get bogged down worrying about the details, a
> suitable solution could be had.  If you come up with any breakthroughs,
> please let the lists know.
> ----------------------------
> Post #1
>
> Every now and then, I see guys on the lists looking for the various coils
to
> change the HO-13 and SB-620 to different rcvr IF's.  I have uncovered an
old
> blueprint of those coils and I am posting the pertinent data here to whom
it
> may concern.
>
> I hope this does someone somewhere out there some good.  Maybe some of you
> old Heath guys can look at this and tell us what is pertinent so we can
see
> if there's anything out there available that is close enough to be a
> replacement without to much hassle.
>
> To wit:
>
> The 455 coil for the HO-13 is P/N 588 and has the following
characteristics:
>
> Range: (uH ) 117(max) to 275 (min)
> Preset:  123 ±5% @ 790 kHz.
> "Q": minimum @ 790 kHz.: 57 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> Min. wire size: 3/41 litz
> Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
> No. of turns:  Universal 133
> % of total turns from start to tap:  23%
> Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
> Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> Winding: Clockwise
> Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
>
> P/N 589 was this high IF coil for the HO-13:
>
> Range: ( uH) 12(max) to 31(min)
> Preset:  23.6 ±10% @ 2.5 MHz.
> "Q": minimum @ 2.5 MHz.: 80, measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> Min. wire size: 3/41 litz
> Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
> No. of turns:  Universal 43
> % of total turns from start to tap:  20%
> Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> Winding: Clockwise
> Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
>
> On the SB-620, P/N's 775 & 776 are the same as 588 & 589 respectively, but
> they have a 4th (dummy) lug at 3 o'clock.
>
> 73,
> Tom
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------
--
> Post #2
>
> Well it took exactly 12 minutes to get my first 2 requests for the rest of
> the dope for the SB-620 coils.  So -- here goes
>
> P/N 774 (must have been from earlier production):
>
> Range: ( uH) 2.60(max) to 5.0 (min)
> Preset:  3.5 ±10% @ 7.9 MHz.
> "Q": minimum @ 7.9 MHz.: 85 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> Min. wire size: #30
> Wire type: SPTH S. Cel.
> No. of turns:  19 1/2
> % of total turns from start to tap:  37%
> Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
> Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
> Winding: Clockwise
> Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
>
> P/N 807:
>
> Range: ( uH) 3.8 (max) to 7 (min)
> Preset:  4.8 ±10% @ 7.9 MHz.
> "Q": minimum @ 7.9 MHz.: 70 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> Min. wire size: #38
> Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
> No. of turns:  Universal 18 1/2
>  Turns from start to tap:  6 1/4
> Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
> Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
> Winding: Clockwise
> Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
>
> and P/N 808:
>
> Range: ( uH) 27(max) to 56 (min)
> Preset:  44±10% @ 2.5 MHz.
> "Q": minimum @ 2.5 MHz 60 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> Min. wire size: #38
> Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
> No. of turns:  Universal 57 1/2
>  Turns from start to tap:  16 1/4
> Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
> Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
> Winding: Clockwise
> Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
>
> FWIW, the coil forms vary between 1 1/4" and 1 1/2" in length.
>
> You guys please keep the list informed of any breakthroughs.
>
> Tnx,
> Tom
> ------------------------
> Post #3
>
> A few more tid-bits:
>
> FWIW: the part nos. I posted should all be preceded by "40-".
>
> Also:  40-588 & 40-589 were vintage 1963 pieces that became obsolete
> 2/28/66, at which time 40-774, 40-775, and 40-776 were introduced.  Then,
on
> 11/21/66 the 40-774 became obsolete, and the 40-807 & 40-808 were
> introduced.  I have no other revisions beyond 9/15/67.
>
>
> Vy 73,
>
> Tom
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "DAN COTSIRILOS" <dcsfree@worldnet.att.net>
> To: <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Friday, December 05, 2003 9:34 AM
> Subject: [Heathkit] sb-620
>
>
> >Hello
>
> >    I have a sb-620 scanalyzer with a 455 kc coil. Does anyone know if
the
> other if coils >can be made or are the parts obsolete?
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF
> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **
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From manualman@juno.com  Fri Dec  5 17:25:32 2003
From: manualman@juno.com (Peter Markavage)
Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2003 12:25:32 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Heathkit sb-620/ho-13  investigated by CIA
Message-ID: <20031205.122533.-514397.1.manualman@juno.com>

I converted one of my SB-620 IF's from 455 to 3.3xx MHz to run with my
Kenwood R599D receiver years ago with junkbox parts and a Dip meter.
Using Tom's post of all the coil specifications would have made the job
even easier. CQ Magazine also ran an article in the 60's on a mixer
designed to allow use of the HO-13 panadapter on other frequencies.
Either way, it's not that hard to get the SB-620, or similar type scopes,
to work on other frequencies. I'm sure Heath wouldn't mind if you
"retrofit the circuit with non-Heath parts".

Pete, wa2cwa

On Fri, 05 Dec 2003 10:06:29 -0500 Jim Brannigan <jbrannig@optonline.net>
writes:
> I have an SB-620 set up for the Heath IF and want to use it with my 
> Collins
> 455 IF.
> 
> With the help of this list and other sources I did an extensive 
> analysis of
> the work necessary to convert the unit. I finally decided that it 
> was not
> worth the trouble, and risk, to retrofit the circuit with non-Heath 
> parts
> and an external mixer was a wiser choice.  A crystal controlled 
> SA-602 mixer
> would fit the bill and have a small parts count. An amplifier might 
> be
> needed to drive the SB-620.
> The project is scheduled for this winter and will have to be done 
> from
> scratch, I have not seen any circuits or construction articles that 
> address
> this problem.
> 
> Before anyone asks, I am not willing to swap parts.
> 
> Jim
> 
> 
> > C razy I nsane A mateur has delved into his archives and came up 
> with the
> > following posts he made sometime in the past.:
> >
> > Dan, Maybe this will help.  I think if somebody just did a little
> > experimentation with
> > available stuff and didn't get bogged down worrying about the 
> details, a
> > suitable solution could be had.  If you come up with any 
> breakthroughs,
> > please let the lists know.
> > ----------------------------
> > Post #1
> >
> > Every now and then, I see guys on the lists looking for the 
> various coils
> to
> > change the HO-13 and SB-620 to different rcvr IF's.  I have 
> uncovered an
> old
> > blueprint of those coils and I am posting the pertinent data here 
> to whom
> it
> > may concern.
> >
> > I hope this does someone somewhere out there some good.  Maybe 
> some of you
> > old Heath guys can look at this and tell us what is pertinent so 
> we can
> see
> > if there's anything out there available that is close enough to be 
> a
> > replacement without to much hassle.
> >
> > To wit:
> >
> > The 455 coil for the HO-13 is P/N 588 and has the following
> characteristics:
> >
> > Range: (uH ) 117(max) to 275 (min)
> > Preset:  123 ±5% @ 790 kHz.
> > "Q": minimum @ 790 kHz.: 57 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> > Min. wire size: 3/41 litz
> > Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
> > No. of turns:  Universal 133
> > % of total turns from start to tap:  23%
> > Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
> > Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> > Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> > Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> > Winding: Clockwise
> > Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> > Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> > Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
> >
> > P/N 589 was this high IF coil for the HO-13:
> >
> > Range: ( uH) 12(max) to 31(min)
> > Preset:  23.6 ±10% @ 2.5 MHz.
> > "Q": minimum @ 2.5 MHz.: 80, measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> > Min. wire size: 3/41 litz
> > Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
> > No. of turns:  Universal 43
> > % of total turns from start to tap:  20%
> > Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> > Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> > Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> > Winding: Clockwise
> > Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> > Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> > Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
> >
> > On the SB-620, P/N's 775 & 776 are the same as 588 & 589 
> respectively, but
> > they have a 4th (dummy) lug at 3 o'clock.
> >
> > 73,
> > Tom
> > 
>
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
-
> --
> > Post #2
> >
> > Well it took exactly 12 minutes to get my first 2 requests for the 
> rest of
> > the dope for the SB-620 coils.  So -- here goes
> >
> > P/N 774 (must have been from earlier production):
> >
> > Range: ( uH) 2.60(max) to 5.0 (min)
> > Preset:  3.5 ±10% @ 7.9 MHz.
> > "Q": minimum @ 7.9 MHz.: 85 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> > Min. wire size: #30
> > Wire type: SPTH S. Cel.
> > No. of turns:  19 1/2
> > % of total turns from start to tap:  37%
> > Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
> > Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> > Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> > Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> > Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
> > Winding: Clockwise
> > Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> > Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> > Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
> >
> > P/N 807:
> >
> > Range: ( uH) 3.8 (max) to 7 (min)
> > Preset:  4.8 ±10% @ 7.9 MHz.
> > "Q": minimum @ 7.9 MHz.: 70 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> > Min. wire size: #38
> > Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
> > No. of turns:  Universal 18 1/2
> >  Turns from start to tap:  6 1/4
> > Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
> > Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> > Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> > Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> > Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
> > Winding: Clockwise
> > Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> > Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> > Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
> >
> > and P/N 808:
> >
> > Range: ( uH) 27(max) to 56 (min)
> > Preset:  44±10% @ 2.5 MHz.
> > "Q": minimum @ 2.5 MHz 60 measured with 2 1/4" leads to Q-meter
> > Min. wire size: #38
> > Wire type: S. Cel. Poly.
> > No. of turns:  Universal 57 1/2
> >  Turns from start to tap:  16 1/4
> > Viewed from above (screw adj. end):
> > Start: lug #3 @ 6 o'clock
> > Tap: lug #2 @ 9 o'clock
> > Finish: lug #1 @ 12 o'clock
> > Dummy: lug #4 @ 3 o'clock
> > Winding: Clockwise
> > Staple lugs not to protrude inside coil form
> > Form to withstand 1000 VAC terminals to core
> > Must snap into 5/16" hole in 14 ga. aluminum
> >
> > FWIW, the coil forms vary between 1 1/4" and 1 1/2" in length.
> >
> > You guys please keep the list informed of any breakthroughs.
> >
> > Tnx,
> > Tom
> > ------------------------
> > Post #3
> >
> > A few more tid-bits:
> >
> > FWIW: the part nos. I posted should all be preceded by "40-".
> >
> > Also:  40-588 & 40-589 were vintage 1963 pieces that became 
> obsolete
> > 2/28/66, at which time 40-774, 40-775, and 40-776 were introduced. 
>  Then,
> on
> > 11/21/66 the 40-774 became obsolete, and the 40-807 & 40-808 were
> > introduced.  I have no other revisions beyond 9/15/67.
> >
> >
> > Vy 73,
> >
> > Tom

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From dfischer@usol.com  Sat Dec  6 04:30:18 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2003 23:30:18 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] All Subscribers, Please Read
Message-ID: <200312060433.hB64XWj18464@hades.usol.com>

	
Lloyd Godsey, KK7IZ of Mesa, Arizona, USA is making the following offer in an
effort to help generate money to fund the operation of qth.net/qsl.net 

As some of you know, Al Waller, K3TKJ is the owner and this is his hobby. He
does not do this for commercial purposes, never has, and he hopes he never has
to either. He started it for a few Ham friends and it has grown into the largest
radio hobbyists service in the world. But it takes money to pay for the two T1
lines that handle your list post traffic to qth.net and qsl.net web sites. He
depends on your donations to keep the servers serving up the priceless technical
information, the timely answers to your wide and often unique questions, your
personal non-commercial items for sale or swap, the Ham news in all fifty
states, the logs and tidbits for users of the short-wave list and dozens of
other special lists covering a plethora of topics and much more. Unless each of
us contribute financially to this wonderful service to keep it operating, one
day we will lose it. Al can no longer give us this out of his own pocket as he
did for a number of years. It has grown far beyond anything he ever imagined and
is way too valuable to simply stop doing. So we all need to send him whatever we
can, be it a dollar or twenty dollars or more. Every dollar helps keep the hard
drives spinning 24/7/365.26 

You can make a donation at one of the following web sites or by regular mail.   

	
For PayPal: k3tkj@qsl.net   	
	
For a credit card on the secure server: proxy.qsl.net   	
	
Regular mail: QSL.NET, C/O Al Waller, K3TKJ, 34087 Old Hickory Road, Laurel, DE
19956 	
	
Please make checks payable to: QSL.NET 	
	
Al Waller keeps all of your information private. Unlike many other services that
handle mail lists and/or web sites, he does 'NOT' sell or otherwise distribute
your personal information to anyone for any reason! He does everything within
his power to protect your identity and to keep these mail lists commercial free,
totally operated by volunteers and devoted to all facets of the Ham Radio and
radio hobbyists areas of interest.    	
	
Now listen up, as right now Lloyd Godsey is going to make your donation a little
extra special by offering: 	
"I am donating 4 reprint copies of the 1937 Kenyon Transmitter manual  and 4
copies of KK7IZ's Archives CD to the 4 people who donate the most to QSL.net
by 2400 hours PST December 31 2003. You, Duane W8DBF, handle the logistics. I
will even
send you the stuff for distribution and I will pay all postage."	
	
Do NOT send any donations to me! All are to be sent to Al Waller at the above
addresses. Al, and ONLY Al, will know who donates and the amount! When the time
for getting one of the prizes Lloyd, KK7IZ has donated has elapsed, Al Waller
will notify me of the four winners. Just names, no amounts! Whereupon I will
publically announce the winners names and mail out the prizes. 	
	
Thanks to Lloyd for donating these items, thanks to Al Waller for providing us
with this fabulous service unequalled anywhere at any price by anyone and thanks
to each of you for helping to make it continue to happen.     	
	
Duane Fischer, W8DBF/W9WZE	
qth.net list manager/volunteer   


From dfischer@usol.com  Sat Dec  6 04:50:10 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2003 23:50:10 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Join Saturday HCI 40 Meter Net
Message-ID: <200312060452.hB64qFj19839@hades.usol.com>

	
As always, all flavors and cents of vintage gear are welcome - (if it's modern,
just don't tell us!)   	
	
Please take a few mild tranquilizers, or whack yourself along side the head with
your empty Metamucil bottle, to minimize the football withdrawal symptoms and
join us on Saturday December 6th for the HCI 40 meter Net. It will commence with
the pre-Net at or about 12:45 PM EST, (1745 UTC). Sometimes a little earlier if
I can chisel my way into the chit chat happening among my east coast friends who
let me join them, as long as I send them my monthly tolerance fee of ten
dollars. The actual Net starts at 1:00 PM EST, (1800 UTC). The frequency is
7.280 Mhz lsb +/- for key clicks, mike splatter and the sound of my neighbor to
the west swearing in what sounds like French at the Red Squirrels who are sun
bathing in his satellite dish blocking out his pay to view Playboy channel so
all he can get is QVC!  	
	
I have a major announcement to make tomorrow, so listen in to see what is coming
up near the end of this month.	
	
I hope to hear many of you tomorrow, so if you are out east, get those snow
blowers huffing and puffing to unbury that backyard ground mounted vertical and
warm up that tube amplifier to melt the icicles dangling from the dipole!
Remember the holidays are coming, so think of this snow as an early gift from
Jack Frost to get you in the proper mood to max out the credit card buying gifts
for people you only see at Christmas! It is Saturday and time to play with those
things that still go glow in the dark! Hear you then.  		
	
Duane Fischer, W8DBF/W9WZE    	
NCS: Hallicrafters Collectors International    	

	




From wpaper@ev1.net  Sun Dec  7 18:23:12 2003
From: wpaper@ev1.net (W. David Paperman)
Date: Sun, 07 Dec 2003 12:23:12 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] 1000 volt Silver Micas
Message-ID: <3FD37010.6060903@ev1.net>

Just a reminder!


Still available are some NOS distributor stock Arco VDM20 1000
volt 5% silver mica capacitors. Values (in pf) are as follows:

18	20	27	33	39	43	56	75	82	150	160	200	220	240	270	300	330	360
390	470	500	510	680	1300	1600	1800	2400

There are some 360pf 1 kv "classic" square ones in the inventory.

Price of $3.00 ea. includes USPS shipping charges within the U.S. No
minimum order and no shipping or handling charges.


Dave, W5WP




From wpaper@ev1.net  Sun Dec  7 19:18:34 2003
From: wpaper@ev1.net (W. David Paperman)
Date: Sun, 07 Dec 2003 13:18:34 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] Complete "Classic" SSB Test facility
Message-ID: <3FD37D0A.70807@ev1.net>

The following hollow state SSB test system is available for sale or 
trade. The system consists of the following items;

This system was built (configured) for Philco as Philco Spec. ROZ-121.

1. Panoramic Panalyzor SB12 AS PH, S/N G20T758
      This is the Panoramic SSB-3b

2. Panoramic Tuning Head RF-7A, 2-40 Mc. S/N 196C354

3. Panoramic Range Extender / Converter REC-1PH S/N 221A127.
       This unit extends the range of the TTG; 100 CPS - 1Mc.

4. Panoramic Two Tone Generator TTG-2PH S/N 235A119

5. Set of probes including PRB-2 with attenuators (heads) 20/40/60 dB.

6. Dual bay Patch panel for audio and RF. A set of patch jumpers are
       included.

7. Manual. The manual does not contain the range extender.

This is available as a system only. It is housed in a 19" slope front 
fully enclosed rack width cabinet on wheels. The cabinet condition is 
fair. There are some dings, dents and chipped paint on the cabinet but 
the equipment panels are in very good condition.

I have gone through this system within the past 4 months. Calibration is 
good to excellent.

Pickup would be preferred as the unit will be quite expensive to ship. 
The system can be the system crated for shipment. It will need to go 
motor freight.

53 inches high X 31 inches deep X 21.5 inches wide. ESTIMATED weight is 
220 lbs.

A jpeg photo is available for those with a serious interest in this 
classic test system. I have never seen these equipment items in one 
ensemble.

Please contact me off the list for pricing or possible trading interests.

Dave, W5WP


From av599@lafn.org  Sun Dec  7 23:11:08 2003
From: av599@lafn.org (Doug Forbes)
Date: Sun, 7 Dec 2003 15:11:08 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] OT Sams photofact 343 wanted
Message-ID: <002601c3bd17$672ff700$10c35142@main>

I'm hoping that there is someone on this list who like I, has a garage full
of sams photofacts. As you might expect the one I need I don't have. It is
set 343 folder 18. If you happen to have it please let me know.

Thanks to the list for the OT post.

Doug Forbes
WA6VYN


From Doug Shields" <w4das@adelphia.net  Mon Dec  8 10:18:31 2003
From: Doug Shields" <w4das@adelphia.net (Doug Shields)
Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 05:18:31 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] FS or FT: HM-2141 VHF Wattmeter
Message-ID: <01a701c3bd74$a14e11d0$741c4644@system1>

Hello all,
    I thought a friend was looking for an HM-2141 VHF SWR/wattmeter so I
bought one.  I found out he really wanted an HM-2140 for HF work.  So I have
an extra HM-2141 that I would like to sell or trade for an HM-2140 HF meter.
My HM-2141 is good except someone painted the clamshell case halves black -
easy to restore to original.  Otherwise it is good.  I have the manual and
schematics.  I have $55 in the meter so I will sell it for that plus postage
or I will trade for an HF meter.  Thanks.

Doug  W4DAS



From w1sku@direcway.com  Tue Dec  9 00:03:55 2003
From: w1sku@direcway.com (Frederick W. Holmes, W1SKU)
Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2003 19:03:55 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] PA Gage Cover
Message-ID: <004f01c3bde7$f2649940$c428050a@fredsmain>

Hello to All,

I am looking for the PA Cage cover for an SB series rig. I'm not sure if a HW series will fit or not as I have never owned any of the HW stuff.

73 de Fred, W1SKU


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From rjmattson@hvi.net  Wed Dec 10 01:14:50 2003
From: rjmattson@hvi.net (RJ Mattson)
Date: Tue, 9 Dec 2003 20:14:50 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain
Message-ID: <019201c3bebb$03844df0$a2220f9d@Laptop>

In tune, I have to turn the mic gain control to 3 oclock to get full =
output. Is this a normal position for tune and transmit?=20
bob...w2ami
http://www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami



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From dfischer@usol.com  Wed Dec 10 16:29:02 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Wed, 10 Dec 2003 11:29:02 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Global Glow Tonight
Message-ID: <200312101632.hBAGWdj22346@hades.usol.com>

	
As always, all flavors and cents of vintage gear are welcome - (if it is not
vintage, just don't confess!) 	
	
Please joine us Wednesday December 10th for the HCI 20 meter Global Glow
Roundtable. It will be from 6:00 PM EST until 8:00 PM EST, (2300-0100 UTC) on
14.315 Mhz usb +/- for key clicks, mike splatter and hopefully propagation where
my signal comes down this side of Saturn's moon Titan! 	
	
Hear you tonight!	
	
Duane Fischer, W8DBF/W9WZE		

NCS: Hallicrafters Collectors International 



From wpaper@ev1.net  Thu Dec 11 17:42:17 2003
From: wpaper@ev1.net (W. David Paperman)
Date: Thu, 11 Dec 2003 11:42:17 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] 1000 volt Silver  Mica update
Message-ID: <3FD8AC79.5020203@ev1.net>

The following values are NO LONGER available:

24 pf, 30 pf and 200 pf.

I have come across a limited number of 36 pf.

All other previously listed values are still available.

If you need additional information please contact me off the list.

Thanks.


Dave, W5WP


From OTAKEBI@aol.com  Fri Dec 12 04:38:44 2003
From: OTAKEBI@aol.com (OTAKEBI@aol.com)
Date: Thu, 11 Dec 2003 23:38:44 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] Need Help SB401
Message-ID: <aa.260b3342.2d0aa054@aol.com>

I am having a very interesting problem with my SB401.
At times I get no RF output in tune or SSB or CW.
If I pull up or push down near the SSB filter the RF output goes to normal.
However, the grid reading on the meter at full output goes up and down and 
does not hold steady.
If I push down in the same area I can get it to hold steady and stays in the 
normal range.
I have checked for bad connections under the rig and have added hardwire 
ground to the boards but no luck as to a fix.
Seems that the problem is worse when rig is cold and takes place less and 
less as rig warms up.
I know the relay is under the rig in this area.
Could it be relay related?
Could it be related to SSB filter ground?
It is in the same suspect area.
Pushing on the SSB filter seems to cause problem or fix it but why?
This problem is driving me nuts.
It is so intermittent that I can't track it down.
All help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Dan N4VET


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From gzook@yahoo.com  Fri Dec 12 04:44:20 2003
From: gzook@yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Thu, 11 Dec 2003 20:44:20 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] Need Help SB401
In-Reply-To: <aa.260b3342.2d0aa054@aol.com>
Message-ID: <20031212044420.74696.qmail@web40208.mail.yahoo.com>

Try loosening and then retightening of all of the
screws that hold things to the chassis including the
circuit boards, tube sockets, terminal strips, etc.

Over the years this hardware works loose and/or
acquires some corrosion.  By slightly loosening and
then tightening the hardware again you then start
making good grounds again.  I have seen many receivers
and transmitters that had "strange" problems that were
cured by this method.

Glen, K9STH


--- OTAKEBI@aol.com wrote:

If I pull up or push down near the SSB filter the RF
output goes to normal.

I have checked for bad connections under the rig and
have added hardwire ground to the boards but no luck
as to a fix.

=====
Glen, K9STH

Web sites

http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco

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From ka4inm@tampabay.rr.com  Fri Dec 12 06:22:08 2003
From: ka4inm@tampabay.rr.com (Ronald KA4INM Youvan)
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2003 06:22:08 +0000
Subject: [Heathkit] Need Help SB401
In-Reply-To: <aa.260b3342.2d0aa054@aol.com>
References: <aa.260b3342.2d0aa054@aol.com>
Message-ID: <3FD95E90.80602@tampabay.rr.com>

> This problem is driving me nuts.
> It is so intermittent that I can't track it down.
> All help is appreciated.

   Spray some tuner cleaner under the circuit boards before
re-tightning the mounting screws.

   Closely inspect and re-solder all tube socket connections.

   If that is no help, use a very sharp steel point (soldering
tool?) to tighten nearby tube socket pin grippers.

     73 (= Best Regards) de: (= from) Ron ka4inm@tampabay.rr.com
     100% Slackware LINUX since 7-97 (still free!) SENT D&T are UTC
          Visit my HAM Web SITE at: http://www.qsl.net/ka4inm


From qbf@nwinfo.net  Fri Dec 12 09:45:33 2003
From: qbf@nwinfo.net (Eckart R Wintzer)
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2003 01:45:33 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] Need Help SB401
References: <aa.260b3342.2d0aa054@aol.com> <3FD95E90.80602@tampabay.rr.com>
Message-ID: <000e01c3c094$b2d7b640$47e9aed8@your5olnb28oao>

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ronald KA4INM Youvan" <ka4inm@tampabay.rr.com>
To: "h" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2003 10:22 PM
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Need Help SB401


> > This problem is driving me nuts.
> > It is so intermittent that I can't track it down.
> > All help is appreciated.
> 
>    Spray some tuner cleaner under the circuit boards before
> re-tightning the mounting screws.
> 
>    Closely inspect and re-solder all tube socket connections.
> 
>    If that is no help, use a very sharp steel point (soldering
> tool?) to tighten nearby tube socket pin grippers.
> 
>      73 (= Best Regards) de: (= from) Ron ka4inm@tampabay.rr.com
>      100% Slackware LINUX since 7-97 (still free!) SENT D&T are UTC
>           Visit my HAM Web SITE at: http://www.qsl.net/ka4inm
> 
> _______________________________________________
> List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF        
> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **         
> $$ See the vintage area on the HCI web site - http://www.w9wze.org $$ 
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> Heathkit@mailman.qth.net
> http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/heathkit

From ken.sands@juno.com  Fri Dec 12 15:47:28 2003
From: ken.sands@juno.com (Ken Sands)
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2003 10:47:28 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Heathkits for sale
Message-ID: <20031212.104728.588.1.ken.sands@juno.com>

I have the following to sell:  SB-100 w/Hp23 supply $250----HW-101/cw
filter w/Hp23 supply $250
SB-300/SB-400 $350--- Firm pricing. All units work normally, Cosmetics
about a 7 (No scratches on front panels no extra holes) You pay shipping.
I guarantee they do not arrive dead.
Ken K8TFD


Ken Sands
Audio/Video Engineer
ken.sands@juno.com
734-453-7658
734-564-0316 cell

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From zuu6k@juno.com  Fri Dec 12 15:56:04 2003
From: zuu6k@juno.com (Edward B Richards)
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2003 07:56:04 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] Need Help SB401
Message-ID: <20031212.081913.-219191.1.zuu6k@juno.com>

Hi Dan;

If you haven't done it yet, tighten all the screws around the edges of
all the boards. Good luck.

Ed Richards K6UUZ


On Thu, 11 Dec 2003 23:38:44 EST OTAKEBI@aol.com writes:
> I am having a very interesting problem with my SB401.
> At times I get no RF output in tune or SSB or CW.
> If I pull up or push down near the SSB filter the RF output goes to 
> normal.
> However, the grid reading on the meter at full output goes up and 
> down and 
> does not hold steady.
> If I push down in the same area I can get it to hold steady and 
> stays in the 
> normal range.
> I have checked for bad connections under the rig and have added 
> hardwire 
> ground to the boards but no luck as to a fix.
> Seems that the problem is worse when rig is cold and takes place 
> less and 
> less as rig warms up.
> I know the relay is under the rig in this area.
> Could it be relay related?
> Could it be related to SSB filter ground?
> It is in the same suspect area.
> Pushing on the SSB filter seems to cause problem or fix it but why?
> This problem is driving me nuts.
> It is so intermittent that I can't track it down.
> All help is appreciated.
> Thanks,
> Dan N4VET
> 
> 
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From maxtaz@shaw.ca  Fri Dec 12 16:56:40 2003
From: maxtaz@shaw.ca (David)
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2003 08:56:40 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] Bench Power Supplies
Message-ID: <002901c3c0d0$e9d75600$0a01a8c0@taz>

Greetings: I am still looking for one of the following Heathkit power
supplies

IP-17
IP-32
IP-2717 or 2717A

If anyone has one of the above in excellent shape that they would like to
sell
please send me an e-mail. Thanks...Dave  VA7DG



From zuu6k@juno.com  Fri Dec 12 19:19:27 2003
From: zuu6k@juno.com (Edward B Richards)
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2003 11:19:27 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] tube tester
Message-ID: <20031212.112148.-838699.5.zuu6k@juno.com>

Hi all;

I need a service manual and latest chart for a Sylvania type 220 tube
tester. Any suggestions where I could find them would be appreciated.
Thank you.

Ed Richards K6UUZ

From marmot@highstream.net  Fri Dec 12 21:48:29 2003
From: marmot@highstream.net (George Rybicki)
Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2003 16:48:29 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] tuning knob needed.
Message-ID: <3FDA37AD.40103@highstream.net>

I  would like to find a main tuning knob to complete my SB-300 restoration.
Please contact me if you have one  for sale or trade or whatever.

73  George K4MLB


From gharmon@idworld.net  Sat Dec 13 12:34:14 2003
From: gharmon@idworld.net (Gary H. Harmon, Jr.)
Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2003 06:34:14 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] Need SB-220 Outer Case
Message-ID: <LKBBJFJHLNHAIBLNCHMEGEPNCOAB.gharmon@idworld.net>

A good HAM friend in Hawaii needs a SB-220 type outer case in original
condition.  If you have one to sell or trade please let me know and I'll
plug you up with the Hawaii connection.  May also need tubes and other parts
to restore a parts unit.

Best 73, gary

===========/////===========
Gary H. Harmon, Jr. - K5JWK
6302 Robin Forest
San Antonio, TX  78239-3218
(210) 657-1549 home
(210) 884-6926 cell
(210) 203-7000 pager
gharmon@idworld.net


From millenniumfalcon@cableone.net  Sun Dec 14 05:09:29 2003
From: millenniumfalcon@cableone.net (Jim Isbell)
Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2003 23:09:29 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts
Message-ID: <3FDBF089.20908@cableone.net>

I just acquired an HW-101.  It seems to be working very well to this 
point but I noticed that the two belts on the preselector shaft are 
cracked and look like they should be replaced.  It appears that these 
are just large "O" rings.  Anyone have the diameter of them.

Also, I am looking for a CW filter for it....or a suggestion for a 
modification to put some sort of adjustable filter in its place....????


From millenniumfalcon@cableone.net  Sun Dec 14 05:23:25 2003
From: millenniumfalcon@cableone.net (Jim Isbell)
Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2003 23:23:25 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] Mod on HW-101
References: <3FDBF089.20908@cableone.net>
Message-ID: <3FDBF3CD.8050200@cableone.net>

On that :"new" HW-101  I just got, there is a modification that places a 
"click on/click off" pushbutton and a red LED and a small knob just to 
the left of the meter.  It is a circuit on a GRP PC board that is 
mounted vertically on the right side of the VFO box.  It appears to take 
some signal off the grid of the VFO...or maybe its putting it on the 
grid of the VFO (pin 1).  Anyone know what this mod is for.  It appears 
to be very well done and were it a Phenolic board instead of GRP I would 
think it was stock Heathkit except for the lack of documentation and labels.


From cra@floodcity.net  Sun Dec 14 12:32:49 2003
From: cra@floodcity.net (David Knepper)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 07:32:49 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts
References: <3FDBF089.20908@cableone.net>
Message-ID: <002d01c3c23e$63478be0$45d35dc6@computer>

Jim, go to any auto jobber store and see if they have an O ring kit with
various assortment of O rings.  I bought mine from a Case tractor store.

Good luck.

Dave, W3ST
Secretary to the Collins Radio Association
Publisher of the Collins Journal
www.collinsra.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Isbell" <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>
To: "mail list Heathkit" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2003 12:09 AM
Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts


> I just acquired an HW-101.  It seems to be working very well to this
> point but I noticed that the two belts on the preselector shaft are
> cracked and look like they should be replaced.  It appears that these
> are just large "O" rings.  Anyone have the diameter of them.
>
> Also, I am looking for a CW filter for it....or a suggestion for a
> modification to put some sort of adjustable filter in its place....????
>
> _______________________________________________
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From gharmon@idworld.net  Sun Dec 14 13:47:38 2003
From: gharmon@idworld.net (Gary H. Harmon, Jr.)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 07:47:38 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] IM-103 Updated Schematic
Message-ID: <LKBBJFJHLNHAIBLNCHMEKEHPCPAB.gharmon@idworld.net>

Looking for a copy/scan of the updated Heathkit IM-103 schematic showing the
fuse modification.  Thanks in advance.

73, gary

===========/////===========
Gary H. Harmon, Jr. - K5JWK
6302 Robin Forest
San Antonio, TX  78239-3218
(210) 657-1549 home
(210) 884-6926 cell
(210) 203-7000 pager
gharmon@idworld.net


From wb8eqo@yahoo.com  Sun Dec 14 14:02:26 2003
From: wb8eqo@yahoo.com (Ken Woodside, WB8EQO)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 06:02:26 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] HR-1680 Assistance Requested
Message-ID: <20031214140226.70254.qmail@web20107.mail.yahoo.com>

Hi and Happy Holidays To All!

I picked up an HR-1680 recently and have some
questions about a few problem areas...

The main tuning system squeals when turned and does
anyone know what to lube it with and where to lube it?
I hesitate to soak it with WD40! Can I use snake oil?

The tuning has about 10 kc of slop. What I mean is
when you tune past a signal and want to return to it.
For instance, I tune past a CW signal about 5 degrees
of knob rotation and when I reverse and go back, I
have to turn the tuning knob about 15 degrees. Is this
called backlash? It is a lot like sloppy steering in a
1960's car. 

Does anyone know how this tuning thing works? Are
there gears in there? Can I rebuild it? I assume there
is no comparable modern replacement.

Poor sensitivity...  And audio responses to touching
the case even when grounded.

Thank you all so much for the support I have received
in the past! My best to all.

My thanks to Duane for handling these several
reflectors! And my support continues to Al for making
all this possible!

Ken Woodside
WB8EQO

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From larry.asp@sympatico.ca  Sun Dec 14 14:08:30 2003
From: larry.asp@sympatico.ca (larryasp)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 09:08:30 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts
References: <3FDBF089.20908@cableone.net>
Message-ID: <002601c3c24b$c072ca70$d98efea9@LarryAsp>

Ive purchased 2 1/8" O rings in automotive supply stores for this purpose,
they work fine.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jim Isbell" <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>
To: "mail list Heathkit" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2003 12:09 AM
Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts


> I just acquired an HW-101.  It seems to be working very well to this
> point but I noticed that the two belts on the preselector shaft are
> cracked and look like they should be replaced.  It appears that these
> are just large "O" rings.  Anyone have the diameter of them.
>
> Also, I am looking for a CW filter for it....or a suggestion for a
> modification to put some sort of adjustable filter in its place....????
>
> _______________________________________________
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From zuu6k@juno.com  Sun Dec 14 17:06:36 2003
From: zuu6k@juno.com (Edward B Richards)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 09:06:36 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts
Message-ID: <20031214.090853.-218573.2.zuu6k@juno.com>

I am in the process of reconditioning a HW-101. I just replaced the
belts. I use O-TITE! #64136. I get them at PEP BOYS auto parts store.
They are 3/32" wide by 2" ID. 2-3/16 OD.

I see a filter on that auction place. Item # 3065256902. Good luck.

Ed Richards K6UUZ


On Sat, 13 Dec 2003 23:09:29 -0600 Jim Isbell
<millenniumfalcon@cableone.net> writes:
> I just acquired an HW-101.  It seems to be working very well to this 
> point but I noticed that the two belts on the preselector shaft are 
> cracked and look like they should be replaced.  It appears that 
> these 
> are just large "O" rings.  Anyone have the diameter of them.
> 
> Also, I am looking for a CW filter for it....or a suggestion for a 
> modification to put some sort of adjustable filter in its 
> place....????
> 
> _______________________________________________
> List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF        
> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **         
> $$ See the vintage area on the HCI web site - http://www.w9wze.org 
> $$ 
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> http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/heathkit
> 


From N4NT_Mike.Hyder@charter.net  Sun Dec 14 19:26:09 2003
From: N4NT_Mike.Hyder@charter.net (Mike Hyder  --N4NT--)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 14:26:09 -0500
Subject: Fw: [Heathkit] Drive belts
Message-ID: <002401c3c278$20a31a90$02fea8c0@radiodesktop>

sent this the wrong place first time....

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mike Hyder --N4NT--" <N4NT_Mike.Hyder@charter.net>
To: "David Knepper" <cra@floodcity.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2003 8:07 AM
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Drive belts


> With my HW-101 I converted from those rubber rings to a dial cord
assembly.
> I made the dial cord loops in accordance with the instructions in the
SB-102
> manual.  That system works much better, smoother and permits the tune
> control and load control to operate without seeming to bind on each other.
> I do not have any further information about the measurements but I'm sure
> others do.
>
> 73, Mike N4NT
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "David Knepper" <cra@floodcity.net>
> To: "Jim Isbell" <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>; "mail list Heathkit"
> <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2003 7:32 AM
> Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Drive belts
>
>
> > Jim, go to any auto jobber store and see if they have an O ring kit with
> > various assortment of O rings.  I bought mine from a Case tractor store.
> >
> > Good luck.
> >
> > Dave, W3ST
> > Secretary to the Collins Radio Association
> > Publisher of the Collins Journal
> > www.collinsra.com
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Jim Isbell" <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>
> > To: "mail list Heathkit" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
> > Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2003 12:09 AM
> > Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts
> >
> >
> > > I just acquired an HW-101.  It seems to be working very well to this
> > > point but I noticed that the two belts on the preselector shaft are
> > > cracked and look like they should be replaced.  It appears that these
> > > are just large "O" rings.  Anyone have the diameter of them.
> > >
> > > Also, I am looking for a CW filter for it....or a suggestion for a
> > > modification to put some sort of adjustable filter in its
place....????
> > >
> > > _______________________________________________
>


From wb2vuf@qsl.net  Sun Dec 14 22:51:02 2003
From: wb2vuf@qsl.net (Bwana Bob)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 17:51:02 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] HR-1680 Assistance Requested
References: <20031214140226.70254.qmail@web20107.mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <3FDCE956.6832064D@qsl.net>

Ken:

Don't use WD-40. Use a good quality grease. It sounds like the vernier
drive is worn out. If I remember correctly, the receiver used 1 or 2 6:1
ball bearing reduction drives. Try lubing it first, but if you still
have the backlash it will have to be replaced. For replacements try Oak
Hills Research or Ocean State Electronics.

				73,

				Bob WB2VUF

"Ken Woodside, WB8EQO" wrote:
> 
> Hi and Happy Holidays To All!
> 
> I picked up an HR-1680 recently and have some
> questions about a few problem areas...
> 
> The main tuning system squeals when turned and does
> anyone know what to lube it with and where to lube it?
> I hesitate to soak it with WD40! Can I use snake oil?
> 
> The tuning has about 10 kc of slop. What I mean is
> when you tune past a signal and want to return to it.
> For instance, I tune past a CW signal about 5 degrees
> of knob rotation and when I reverse and go back, I
> have to turn the tuning knob about 15 degrees. Is this
> called backlash? It is a lot like sloppy steering in a
> 1960's car.
> 
> Does anyone know how this tuning thing works? Are
> there gears in there? Can I rebuild it? I assume there
> is no comparable modern replacement.
> 
> Poor sensitivity...  And audio responses to touching
> the case even when grounded.
> 
> Thank you all so much for the support I have received
> in the past! My best to all.
> 
> My thanks to Duane for handling these several
> reflectors! And my support continues to Al for making
> all this possible!
> 
> Ken Woodside
> WB8EQO
> 
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From btuttleman@worldnet.att.net  Mon Dec 15 04:45:13 2003
From: btuttleman@worldnet.att.net (barry)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 20:45:13 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] FS: Heathkit Technical Bulletins
Message-ID: <3FDD3C59.A56C2598@worldnet.att.net>

For Sale:
factory original black leather looseleaf w/ full set of "Heathkit Tech-
nical Applications Bulletins"; these are 50 4-page booklets designed to
be used w/ some of your Heathkit test equipment, including AC VTVM,
Audio Frequency Meter, Audio Generator, Condenser Checker, Electronic
Switch, Impedance Bridge, Intermodulation Analyzer, O'scope, Power
Supply, Signal Generator, Signal Tracer, Square Wave Generator, Tube
Checker, VTVM, & Voltage Calibrator; correct setup, operation &
interpreting results are included in each booklet.
Index is included; fairly nice shape showing a little easy usage.
$25.00 + actual USPS shipping charges w/ mandatory confirmation & op-
tional insurance; email any replies, tnx in advance.
barry
carson city, nv
http://home.att.net/~btuttleman2/electron.html

From Jim Shorney" <jshorney@inebraska.com  Mon Dec 15 05:09:48 2003
From: Jim Shorney" <jshorney@inebraska.com (Jim Shorney)
Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 23:09:48 -0600 (CST)
Subject: Fw: [Heathkit] Drive belts
In-Reply-To: <002401c3c278$20a31a90$02fea8c0@radiodesktop>
Message-ID: <200312150509.hBF59FdC009117@duck.inebraska.com>

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>> With my HW-101 I converted from those rubber rings to a dial cord
>assembly.
>> I made the dial cord loops in accordance with the instructions in the
>SB-102
>> manual.  That system works much better, smoother and permits the tune
>> control and load control to operate without seeming to bind on each other.
>> I do not have any further information about the measurements but I'm sure
>> others do.


I did this years ago (think 'late 70's') to my HW-101, without the
benefit of SB102 docs.  I noticed that the wheels the O-rings ride on
sure *looked* like they were designed for dial cord.  I went down to my
local supply store and bought a spool of GC dial cord, found some
springs that looked about right in the junque box, and just did it
based on how I had seen dial cord strung in other radios.  It was a
real pain in the *** to get it done, but the results were well worth
it.  Everything that Mike says above about the results, I agree
completely.

- -- 
Jim Shorney      -->.<--Put complaints in this box
jshorney (at) inebraska.com
nu0c (at) amsat.org
Ham Radio NU0C
Lincoln, NE, USA
EN10ps
http://incolor.inetnebr.com/jshorney/
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From DPower1120@aol.com  Mon Dec 15 21:08:56 2003
From: DPower1120@aol.com (DPower1120@aol.com)
Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2003 16:08:56 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] SA-2040
Message-ID: <36.4d75068b.2d0f7ce8@aol.com>

    Just recently got an SA 2040 antenna tuner. Have no information. What I 
am looking for are the specs. Bottom freq seems near 4 mcs. Is this normal ?
Don K0TNP


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From rkeller@ij.net  Mon Dec 15 22:23:32 2003
From: rkeller@ij.net (R.J. Keller)
Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2003 17:23:32 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Re: drive belts
Message-ID: <003001c3c35a$2c01e320$a62b04d1@oemcomputer>

There are a million ideas in the files of this reflector for that one. Simply, I went to a
transmission shop and they gave me 2 belts (o-rings) of the approx size for free. Just make sure that
both belts are exactly the same in diameter and size or the two caps won't track properly.
By the way, I have the mod for dial cord on a small JPG file if you want it.
73, Dick KF4NS
St. Petersburg, FL 33714 USA
Keep the glow!

Message: 2
Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2003 23:09:29 -0600
From: Jim Isbell <millenniumfalcon@cableone.net>
To: mail list Heathkit <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts

I just acquired an HW-101.  It seems to be working very well to this
point but I noticed that the two belts on the preselector shaft are
cracked and look like they should be replaced.  It appears that these
are just large "O" rings.  Anyone have the diameter of them.



From zuu6k@juno.com  Tue Dec 16 01:16:14 2003
From: zuu6k@juno.com (Edward B Richards)
Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2003 17:16:14 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
Message-ID: <20031215.171615.-834429.1.zuu6k@juno.com>

Hi Guys;

Yes, I screwed up. I have successfully loosened tight variable caps on
the RF DRIVER BOARD by spreading the frame a little. This time I applied
too much oomph and now the shaft is loose. I don't see any way to tighten
it. In fact, I don't see how the factory assembled them. You can't bend
the frame in, when the shaft is in place and you can't get the shaft in
after the frame is bent into shape. Does anyone know how they do this?

Any way, I guess I need a replacement capacitor. It is part no. 26-122
and it appears they used the same part in the HW-100, SB-101 and SB-102.
Is anyone parting out one of these? Please tell me the cost shipped to
Zip 93065. Thanks.

Ed Richards K6UUZ

From DPower1120@aol.com  Tue Dec 16 14:49:41 2003
From: DPower1120@aol.com (DPower1120@aol.com)
Date: Tue, 16 Dec 2003 09:49:41 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] SA 2040
Message-ID: <1a8.1d9f9792.2d107585@aol.com>

    Thanks to all for the informarion. I am sure it is wired wrong as it 
won't go low enough for 80 mtrs. I will trace it out and see how it's really 
wired. I can think of two possible ways and it must be wired for the wrong one.
Regards Don K0TNP


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From DPower1120@aol.com  Tue Dec 16 22:09:56 2003
From: DPower1120@aol.com (DPower1120@aol.com)
Date: Tue, 16 Dec 2003 17:09:56 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] SA 2040
Message-ID: <157.29ec8fa1.2d10dcb4@aol.com>

      My problem turned out to be the long wire antenna I was trying to use 
it with. Just to high and impedance. When terminated in 52 ohm it will go down 
to 80. But anything higher than that it will not tune.
      The solution was severe, but that's what I got it for. To tune a long 
wire.
      The circuit was the standard ultimate coupler. I rewired the input 
capacitor so that half of it was across the coil. And then fed it backwards and 
everything came out OK.
       Thanks for the help.
Don K0TNP


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From mmurray377@yahoo.com  Wed Dec 17 04:32:29 2003
From: mmurray377@yahoo.com (Mike Murray)
Date: Tue, 16 Dec 2003 20:32:29 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: HW-101 and/or SB-102
Message-ID: <20031217043229.72717.qmail@web41302.mail.yahoo.com>

Hello All,
I am looking to buy an SB-102 AND/OR an HW-101 in (at
least) Very Good condition and prefer Excellent
condition using the Collins Grading Standard as a
guideline-- 
http://www.collinsradio.org/html/cca_grading.html

The power supply would also be needed, but need not be
part of your offering, although I would like to begin
using the radio(s) immediately.

Please contact me off-list with details and asking
prices. I would also like to see pictures if you have
them.

TNX es 73
KW4HF
Mike Murray
Chapel Hill, NC



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From gzook@yahoo.com  Wed Dec 17 04:43:19 2003
From: gzook@yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Tue, 16 Dec 2003 20:43:19 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: HW-101 and/or SB-102
In-Reply-To: <20031217043229.72717.qmail@web41302.mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20031217044319.38609.qmail@web40206.mail.yahoo.com>

Just a "hint".  The SB-101 is the same as the SB-102
except that it uses a tube type LMO instead of the
solid-state LMO as does the SB-102.  Frankly, many
SB-102 LMOs don't track that well.  They are usually
pretty much "on" at the 100 KHz points but can vary a
good amount in between.  Virtually every tube type LMO
that I have seen (in all of the Heath SB-Line
equipment) has tracked very well, usually well within
1 KHz at any point between the 100 KHz points.

I recently had in my posession to repair an SB-102 and
it suffered from the same malady.  No less than 4
other LMOs (the solid-state used in the SB-102) were
obtained to try to rectify this situation.  All 4 of
them were worse than the original!  It seems that the
manufacturer of the solid-state LMOs didn't take the
care that TRW (and a couple of other manufacturers)
used when manufacturing the tube-type LMO units.  This
fact has been borne out by several others with
experience with the SB-102.

Glen, K9STH


--- Mike Murray <mmurray377@yahoo.com> wrote:

I am looking to buy an SB-102 AND/OR an HW-101 in (at
> least) Very Good condition and prefer Excellent
condition using the Collins Grading Standard as a guideline--

=====
Glen, K9STH

Web sites

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From mmurray377@yahoo.com  Wed Dec 17 10:40:27 2003
From: mmurray377@yahoo.com (Mike Murray)
Date: Wed, 17 Dec 2003 02:40:27 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: HW-101 and/or SB-102
In-Reply-To: <20031217044319.38609.qmail@web40206.mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <20031217104027.93828.qmail@web41301.mail.yahoo.com>

Thanks for the hint, Glenn! I'll take your advice.

Sorry to adjust the initial request everyone, but
let's include the SB-101.

Thanks for the help! 
73
Mike Murray
KW4HF
Chapel Hill, NC


--- Glen Zook <gzook@yahoo.com> wrote:
> Just a "hint".  The SB-101 is the same as the SB-102
> except that it uses a tube type LMO instead of the
> solid-state LMO as does the SB-102.  Frankly, many
> SB-102 LMOs don't track that well.  They are usually
> pretty much "on" at the 100 KHz points but can vary
> a
> good amount in between.  Virtually every tube type
> LMO
> that I have seen (in all of the Heath SB-Line
> equipment) has tracked very well, usually well
> within
> 1 KHz at any point between the 100 KHz points.
> 
> I recently had in my posession to repair an SB-102
> and
> it suffered from the same malady.  No less than 4
> other LMOs (the solid-state used in the SB-102) were
> obtained to try to rectify this situation.  All 4 of
> them were worse than the original!  It seems that
> the
> manufacturer of the solid-state LMOs didn't take the
> care that TRW (and a couple of other manufacturers)
> used when manufacturing the tube-type LMO units. 
> This
> fact has been borne out by several others with
> experience with the SB-102.
> 
> Glen, K9STH
> 
> 
> --- Mike Murray <mmurray377@yahoo.com> wrote:
> 
> I am looking to buy an SB-102 AND/OR an HW-101 in
> (at
> > least) Very Good condition and prefer Excellent
> condition using the Collins Grading Standard as a
> guideline--
> 
> =====
> Glen, K9STH
> 
> Web sites
> 
> http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
> http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco
> 
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From dfischer@usol.com  Wed Dec 17 18:44:21 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Wed, 17 Dec 2003 13:44:21 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Global Glow Tonight!
Message-ID: <200312171848.hBHIm5e29455@hades.usol.com>

	
As always, vintage gear of all flavors and cents are welcome - (if it's not old,
don't confess!) 	
	
Be there: December 17th at 6:00-8:00 PM EST, (2300-0100 UTC) for the Wednesday
evening HCI Global Glow Roundtable. The frequency will be 14.315 Mhz usb +/- for
key clicks, mike splatter and the twang of frozen flakes of snow bouncing off my
five element six meter beam, causing the frozen stiffer than a lawn mower engine
you forgot to put oil in black birds hanging on with their numb claws to do slow
360 degree spins until the friction thaws them out and they crash into my roof
with a loud WHUMP! Hope to hear you tonight.	
	
Duane Fischer, W8DBF	
NCS: Hallicrafters Collectors International  	




From Greg Mijal" <bluebirdtele@earthlink.net  Wed Dec 17 22:35:52 2003
From: Greg Mijal" <bluebirdtele@earthlink.net (Greg Mijal)
Date: Wed, 17 Dec 2003 15:35:52 -0700
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: coil set for the Heathkit Tunnel Dipper
Message-ID: <004b01c3c4ee$21b6e240$461056d1@gregmija>

Hi:

I'm looking to buy or trade for the coil set that goes with the Heathkit =
Tunnel dipper model HM 10 A.  They are easy to identify in that they =
look like old power resistors and have a male phono plug on one end.
Thanks
Greg
WA7LYO
in sunny Feenix

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From wa6zcb@sbcglobal.net  Thu Dec 18 06:21:45 2003
From: wa6zcb@sbcglobal.net (CLIFF WALLACE)
Date: Wed, 17 Dec 2003 22:21:45 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] Antenna Wanted - most accurate clock
Message-ID: <20031218062145.92710.qmail@web80410.mail.yahoo.com>

Anyone have an extra telescoping antenna for the
GC-1000 clock.  Please reply off-list.

Thanks,
       Cliff

From marmot@highstream.net  Thu Dec 18 13:22:07 2003
From: marmot@highstream.net (marmot@highstream.net)
Date: Thu, 18 Dec 2003 08:22:07 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] SB-104 extenders question
Message-ID: <200312181322.hBIDM7BC008572@hsb102.xlccorp.com>

I have almost finished the electrical restoration of my SB-104 and am ready to
do a front end alignment, but as must be all too common, I do not have an
extender board.  I am interested in hearing what others have done in this
situation.  Can you make a board? If so where can you get th parts, can you get
away clip leads. Thanks for any advice.  73 de George K4MLB/AFA2VI

From ka4inm@tampabay.rr.com  Thu Dec 18 16:57:14 2003
From: ka4inm@tampabay.rr.com (Ronald KA4INM Youvan)
Date: Thu, 18 Dec 2003 16:57:14 +0000
Subject: [Heathkit] SB-104 extenders question
In-Reply-To: <200312181322.hBIDM7BC008572@hsb102.xlccorp.com>
References: <200312181322.hBIDM7BC008572@hsb102.xlccorp.com>
Message-ID: <3FE1DC6A.7030003@tampabay.rr.com>

   It is really quite simple!

   You cut several pieces of hookup wire about 6 inches long
(or as required) and strip 1/8" of the insulation from both ends.
   Tack solder one end to each test point (on the underside of the board)
that are needed and return the module into it's slot. (label as required)
   When all are completed and no exposed ends are touching anything,
power up the equipment and move the volt meter or 'scope probe around as required.
   When done, power down and remove all test wires.

   Ron

> I have almost finished the electrical restoration of my SB-104 and am ready to
> do a front end alignment, but as must be all too common, I do not have an
> extender board.  I am interested in hearing what others have done in this
> situation.  Can you make a board? If so where can you get th parts, can you get
> away clip leads.
-- 
        73 (= Best Regards) de: Ron ka4inm@tampabay.rr.com
     100% LINUX, since July, 1997   SENT Time and Date are UTC
        Visit my HAM Web SITE at: http://www.qsl.net/ka4inm


From dfischer@usol.com  Fri Dec 19 21:53:50 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Fri, 19 Dec 2003 16:53:50 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Help Al Waller And Win Two Ways
Message-ID: <200312192156.hBJLuee23297@hades.usol.com>

	
Please Note:

The contents of the CD Lloyd is giving away are shown at the bottom of this
post.


Lloyd Godsey, KK7IZ of Mesa, Arizona, USA is making the following offer in an
effort to help generate money to fund the operation of qth.net/qsl.net

As some of you know, Al Waller, K3TKJ is the owner and this is his hobby. He
does not do this for commercial purposes, never has, and he hopes he never has
to either. He started it for a few Ham friends and it has grown into the largest
radio hobbyists service in the world. But it takes money to pay for the two T1
lines that handle your list post traffic to qth.net and qsl.net web sites. He
depends on your donations to keep the servers serving up the priceless technical
information, the timely answers to your wide and often unique questions, your
personal non-commercial items for sale or swap, the Ham news in all fifty
states, the logs and tidbits for users of the short-wave list and dozens of
other special lists covering a plethora of topics and much more. Unless each of
us contribute financially to this wonderful service to keep it operating, one
day we will lose it. Al can no longer give us this out of his own pocket as he
did for a number of years. It has grown far beyond anything he ever imagined and
is way too valuable to simply stop doing. So we all need to send him whatever we
can, be it a dollar or twenty dollars or more. Every dollar helps keep the hard
drives spinning 24/7/365.26

You can make a donation at one of the following web sites or by regular mail.


For PayPal: k3tkj@qsl.net

For a credit card on the secure server: proxy.qsl.net

Regular mail: QSL.NET, C/O Al Waller, K3TKJ, 34087 Old Hickory Road, Laurel, DE
19956

Please make checks payable to: QSL.NET

Al Waller keeps all of your information private. Unlike many other services that
handle mail lists and/or web sites, he does 'NOT' sell or otherwise distribute
your personal information to anyone for any reason! He does everything within
his power to protect your identity and to keep these mail lists commercial free,
totally operated by volunteers and devoted to all facets of the Ham Radio and
radio hobbyists areas of interest.

Now listen up, as right now Lloyd Godsey is going to make your donation a little
extra special by offering:
"I am donating 4 reprint copies of the 1937 Kenyon Transmitter manual  and 4
copies of KK7IZ's Archives CD to the 4 people who donate the most to QSL.net
by 2400 hours PST December 31 2003. You, Duane W8DBF, handle the logistics. I
will even
send you the stuff for distribution and I will pay all postage."

Do NOT send any donations to me! All are to be sent to Al Waller at the above
addresses. Al, and ONLY Al, will know who donates and the amount! When the time
for getting one of the prizes Lloyd, KK7IZ has donated has elapsed, Al Waller
will notify me of the four winners. Just names, no amounts! Whereupon I will
publically announce the winners names and mail out the prizes.

Thanks to Lloyd for donating these items, thanks to Al Waller for providing us
with this fabulous service unequalled anywhere at any price by anyone and thanks
to each of you for helping to make it continue to happen.

Duane Fischer, W8DBF/W9WZE
qth.net list manager/volunteer
Contents of the CD:

The CD contains:
1. Alliance antenna rotor manual. This old manual covers maintenance and
parts list on a bunch of old models.
2. The Kenyon 1937 transmitter manual with diagrams, specs on Kenyon
transformers and a bunch of engineering nomographs and charts in the back.
3. Meissner 1953 How to Build it Manual. Covers lots of their products and a
lot of useful information for the beginner.
4. Hammarlund SP600X and JX manual, incomplete parts list, with schematics.
( I may have full parts list in this by delivery time)
5. TM11-866 Military Hammarlund Super Pro manuals
6. TM11-310 40 pages from this tech manual which have all the information on
reading the color codes of the old type military parts, a cross reference of
VT tube types to commercial numbers and a bunch of useful field repair ideas
and notes.
7. Radio Broadcasters 1924 Knock-out radio manuals, covers 2-2-3-4 tube
receivers.

I have just added a 1923 booklet The radio experimenters guide 48 pages to the
CD.


From wb2vuf@qsl.net  Fri Dec 19 01:56:58 2003
From: wb2vuf@qsl.net (Bwana Bob)
Date: Thu, 18 Dec 2003 20:56:58 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain
References: <019201c3bebb$03844df0$a2220f9d@Laptop>
Message-ID: <3FE25AEA.50B7FE63@qsl.net>

Yes, that is probably normal. It depends a lot on how well the radio is
aligned, and particularly the condition of the 6CL6 driver tube.

			Bob WB2VUF

RJ Mattson wrote:
> 
> In tune, I have to turn the mic gain control to 3 oclock to get full output. Is this a normal position for tune and transmit?
> bob...w2ami
> http://www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami
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From wb2vuf@qsl.net  Fri Dec 19 02:04:00 2003
From: wb2vuf@qsl.net (Bwana Bob)
Date: Thu, 18 Dec 2003 21:04:00 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Drive belts
References: <3FDBF089.20908@cableone.net>
Message-ID: <3FE25C90.17F6ECA2@qsl.net>

Jim:

Check hardware and plumbing supply stores as well. Look for number 227
"O" rings. They are 1/8 inch wide and 2-1/8 i.d. For the final loading,
you may need # 226, which is 2 inch i.d. My loading cap is getting hard
to turn, so I had to go to the smaller belt to keep it from slipping.
Someday I'll go the dial cord route, but I haven't found the right
spring yet.

			73,

			Bob WB2VUF 

Jim Isbell wrote:
> 
> I just acquired an HW-101.  It seems to be working very well to this
> point but I noticed that the two belts on the preselector shaft are
> cracked and look like they should be replaced.  It appears that these
> are just large "O" rings.  Anyone have the diameter of them.
> 
> Also, I am looking for a CW filter for it....or a suggestion for a
> modification to put some sort of adjustable filter in its place....????
> 
> _______________________________________________
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From rjmattson@hvi.net  Sat Dec 20 15:04:48 2003
From: rjmattson@hvi.net (RJ Mattson)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 10:04:48 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain
References: <019201c3bebb$03844df0$a2220f9d@Laptop> <3FE25AEA.50B7FE63@qsl.net>
Message-ID: <006c01c3c70a$9d86bf80$825aba8c@Laptop>

Hi Bob
I have the original Heath desk mic circa 1982 and need to have the mic
gain at 2 o'clock for ssb. Is this then normal also?
bob...w2ami
http://www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bwana Bob" <wb2vuf@qsl.net>
To: "RJ Mattson" <rjmattson@hvi.net>
Cc: "Heathkit Mailing List" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2003 8:56 PM
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain


> Yes, that is probably normal. It depends a lot on how well the radio is
> aligned, and particularly the condition of the 6CL6 driver tube.
>
> Bob WB2VUF
>
> RJ Mattson wrote:
> >
> > In tune, I have to turn the mic gain control to 3 oclock to get full
output. Is this a normal position for tune and transmit?
> > bob...w2ami
> > http://www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami
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From aa5jj@cox.net  Sat Dec 20 18:16:54 2003
From: aa5jj@cox.net (AA5JJ)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 12:16:54 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-16
Message-ID: <000801c3c725$7316d760$6401a8c0@ok.cox.net>

I am looking for all the modes that can be made on the HW16 and VF1 VFO =
and the HS10B and the DX60B can anyone tell me where to fine these with =
big 8X10 glossy pictures and down to earth explanations on how to make =
the modes.

Thanks Wayne AA5JJ


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From David" <davideellison@email.msn.com  Sat Dec 20 18:14:49 2003
From: David" <davideellison@email.msn.com (David)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 10:14:49 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-16
References: <000801c3c725$7316d760$6401a8c0@ok.cox.net>
Message-ID: <01b301c3c725$2af4a7a0$0600a8c0@daveslaptop>



>I am looking for all the modes that can be made on the HW16 and VF1 VFO

CW is the only mode this rig can do.  Pretty simple.

>and the HS10B and the DX60B

Only 2 modes - CW and AM.  I suppose you could manage RTTY if you
were willing to run at a very low duty cycle and throttle the drive way
down.
But there ain't much to the basic modes - CW and AM aren't complicated
to run.  Just get a manual.





From jim.stucky1@juno.com  Sat Dec 20 23:01:46 2003
From: jim.stucky1@juno.com (jim.stucky1@juno.com)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 15:01:46 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] hw/sb difference
Message-ID: <20031220.150146.6136.0.jim.stucky1@juno.com>

Hi list

could anyone tell me the basic difference between the hw-101, and the
sb-101

Jim/KD7UU

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From gzook@yahoo.com  Sat Dec 20 23:11:47 2003
From: gzook@yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 15:11:47 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] hw/sb difference
In-Reply-To: <20031220.150146.6136.0.jim.stucky1@juno.com>
Message-ID: <20031220231147.42573.qmail@web40203.mail.yahoo.com>

The primary difference is the fact that the HW-101
uses a "non linear" VFO and the SB-101 uses the very
accurate and "linear" LMO.  Then there is the front
panel and the cabinet.

Since the prices these days are pretty close together,
the SB-101 is definitely a better value.

Glen, K9STH


--- jim.stucky1@juno.com wrote:
 
could anyone tell me the basic difference between the
hw-101, and the sb-101

=====
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From Wa9mxq@cs.com  Sun Dec 21 02:26:18 2003
From: Wa9mxq@cs.com (Wa9mxq@cs.com)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 21:26:18 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] hw/sb difference
Message-ID: <1c9.135775b0.2d165eca@cs.com>

Glen,

Didn't the HW and SB lines differ in crystal filter as well. Seems like 4 
pole in the HW line and 8 pole in the SB line but not sure. That being the case, 
your comment about the SB line being a better value is even more important. I 
have some old literature on the HW-101 and on the SB-101 and they definitely 
have a substantial difference in shape factor of the i-f filter.

73,

- Bill, WA9MXQ

In a message dated 12/20/2003 5:12:36 PM Central Standard Time, 
gzook@yahoo.com writes: 
> The primary difference is the fact that the HW-101
> uses a "non linear" VFO and the SB-101 uses the very
> accurate and "linear" LMO.  Then there is the front
> panel and the cabinet.
> 
> Since the prices these days are pretty close together,
> the SB-101 is definitely a better value.
> 
> Glen, K9STH


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From tfarl@mchsi.com  Sun Dec 21 03:33:03 2003
From: tfarl@mchsi.com (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Tom_N=D8JMY_-_AAR7FV?=)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 21:33:03 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-16
References: <000801c3c725$7316d760$6401a8c0@ok.cox.net> <01b301c3c725$2af4a7a0$0600a8c0@daveslaptop>
Message-ID: <195801c3c773$23ff0d70$0200a8c0@farland>

Wayne, did you possibly mean to say "mods" to the HW-16 et al?  If so
there's scads of them.  There use to be Tom Bowman's HW-16 website but it's
been gone for a year or two.  If anybody on the list is interested, I'd be
glad to make a HW-16 directory on my website and post them.  I probably have
20 or 25 mods for it on hand, myself, and am always interested in more.

73,
Tom
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David" <davideellison@email.msn.com>
To: <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Saturday, December 20, 2003 12:14 PM
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] HW-16


>
>
>
> >I am looking for all the modes that can be made on the HW16 and VF1 VFO
>
> CW is the only mode this rig can do.  Pretty simple.
>
> >and the HS10B and the DX60B
>
> Only 2 modes - CW and AM.  I suppose you could manage RTTY if you
> were willing to run at a very low duty cycle and throttle the drive way
> down.
> But there ain't much to the basic modes - CW and AM aren't complicated
> to run.  Just get a manual.
>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF
> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **
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From rickb@wcgnet.us  Sun Dec 21 04:18:19 2003
From: rickb@wcgnet.us (Richard Bainbridge)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 23:18:19 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] hw-104/sb104
Message-ID: <002d01c3c779$79b485f0$0100a8c0@rickb>

What is the difference between the hw-104 and the sb-104
besides the cabinet?
Thanks
Rick N8GXE 

From gzook@yahoo.com  Sun Dec 21 05:46:31 2003
From: gzook@yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Sat, 20 Dec 2003 21:46:31 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] hw/sb difference
In-Reply-To: <1c9.135775b0.2d165eca@cs.com>
Message-ID: <20031221054631.37462.qmail@web40206.mail.yahoo.com>

I had forgotten that the SB-101 did have a better
filter!  Since I have never owned an HW-100 or HW-101,
that "slipped" my mind!  I do have an SB-101 and an
SB-110A as well as an SB-301 / SB-401 combination.

Glen, K9STH


--- Wa9mxq@cs.com wrote:

Seems like 4 pole in the HW line and 8 pole in the SB
line but not sure. 

=====
Glen, K9STH

Web sites

http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco

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From dfischer@usol.com  Sun Dec 21 06:26:02 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Sun, 21 Dec 2003 01:26:02 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Santa To Host Sunday HCI Net
Message-ID: <200312210627.hBL6Rqe02649@hades.usol.com>

	
As always, all flavors and cents of vintage gear are welcome - (if it is not
vintage, just don't tell us!)   	
	
You heard it straight from the reindeer's hoof, jolly old Santa will co-host the
Sunday December 21st HCI 20 meter Net. With a hardy Ho Ho Ho the pre-Net will
commence at 12:45 PM EST, (1745 UTC), if you can't tell time because your
digital device has a dead battery, or when it comes to time conversions you are
zone impaired, just pick up your telephone and call your local number for time!
Or listen to 10 Mhz or 15 Mhz to WWV for the 'coordinated universal time',
called UTC. Don't ask, it is a French thing ...	
	
The Net proper will begin with a stirring rendition of "Santa Claus Is Watching
You!" by Ray Stevens, with old Santa playing the spoons and belching out a
little harmony, at 1:15 PM EST, (1815 UTC). No, I am not playing music over the
air ways,  it is just Christmas magic by the Elves. Remember that Santa Claus
knows who's been naughty or nice, so clean up your act, and don't serve those
carolers your home-brew eggnog, where the main ingredient is 100 proof Vodka,
like you did last year when they got busted for indecent exposure in a manger
scene! 	
	
The frequency will be 14.293 Mhz usb +/- for key clicks, mike splatter and the
pounding, thumping and clattering of 36 little hoofs on your rooftop, depending
on what material you have covering your rafters,  as Santa greases himself with
graphite and tries to slide down your chimney without getting part of his
anatomy caught in your flu! Remember last year when Colonel Fred Mooney, KA1DGL,
got tired of the neighborhood brats stripping naked, greasing themselves with
lard, sliding down the chimney, dashing through the house butt naked, grabbing a
candy cane off the Christmas tree as they streaked by and exiting through the
patio? Leaving his wife in a state of shock, his teenage son and daughter
roaring with laughter and the youngest child shouting "Cool! This is way better
than those dumb old family movies we gotta watch every Christmas!" Fred placed
motion sensors in the fireplace chimney, wired up a military surplus turbine
blower from a scrapped Navy Tomcat and blew those punks back up and out of the
chimney like somebody used an air compressor to power a pea shooter! But being
about as sharp as a dull razor blade after fifty times of shaving the wire
bristles off Queen Elizabeth's legs, they thought it was a new ride at the
Disney theme park and knocked on the front door asking if they could buy
tickets!            	
	
Remember, now Santa is old, like he is pushing four hundred years, give or take
a century depending on which historian you consult. So be sure to leave him a
stool softener capsule or two on the plate with his fresh baked cookies and
glass of half percent milk. Tune your Hallicrafters to 7.255 Mhz lsb, ECARS, as
Santa has been showing up there and taking requests from children! (Truth!) 	
	
I hope to hear many of you tomorrow for a festive Net with things that still go
glow in the dark, without Radium or batteries! Hang that mistletoe with care, as
nowadays you may not want to kis what wanders in and you get caught beneath it
with! Hang up your stockings, if you have a fireplace, or drape them over the
back of the couch if you do not, and hope that old Saint Nick fills them with
fresh fruit, walnuts, chocolate candy, assorted trinkets or delicious candy
canes, and not a delinquent tax bill!    	
	
Keep in mind it is more blessed to give than to receive, but that does not apply
to a disease! 	
	
You can tell if somebody is a Redneck, if they grab Santa in a half nelson, hold
a lit cigarette under his beard of snowy white, and threaten to roast his
chessnuts over a fire if he does not give them a winning lotto ticket! 	
	
If you celebrate Christmas, have a very merry, safe and joyous one with family
and friends. If you do not observe Christmas, but do enjoy some other holiday,
have a most wonderful time too. Above all, whatever you believe or celebrate,
remember to help those in need, share with those with less, care for those who
have nobody to care about them, make a little child happy by blessing him or her
with some of your bounty, invite an elderly person who is alone to have dinner
with your family, care for a pet somebody turned out and abandoned, be thankful
for what you have, not complain about what you have not and always try to do
unto others, as you would have them do unto you. This may be my last Christmas
on the Earth, due to the discovery of advanced colon cancer in July, maybe it
will also be yours, we just do not know. This much I do know, life is always too
short, so make every second you have count in a positive way of some kind, let
grudges be erased, let forgiveness dominate and jealousy be banished from your
consciousness. There is but one race, the human race. Share a smile, share a
memory, share a meal, share some love and share the time you have here wisely,
as your memory is the only legacy that will endure.         	
	
Hear you tomorrow above the roar of those last minute shoppers, the blaring of
motorist's horns fighting for that last parking space and that electronic
talking 'honey do' list with the Oriental accent that announces your yet undone
duties on the hour, every hour!    	
	
Duane Fischer, W8DBF/W9WZE 	
NCS: Hallicrafters Collectors International   	




From zuu6k@juno.com  Sun Dec 21 22:14:37 2003
From: zuu6k@juno.com (Edward B Richards)
Date: Sun, 21 Dec 2003 14:14:37 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] tube tester
Message-ID: <20031221.141552.-801271.6.zuu6k@juno.com>

Hi guys;

Does anyone out there in radioland have a good mutual conductance tube
tester whose chart covers the newer tubes like 6EA8, 6CL6, 6GW8, 6146
etc. for sale? Wow, what a sentence!. Thank you.

Ed Richards K6UUZ

From dfischer@usol.com  Mon Dec 22 13:50:08 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 08:50:08 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Win National SW-54 Receiver!
Message-ID: <200312221352.hBMDqZe16001@hades.usol.com>

	
This is being donated by John Mudd, W0TLO - 	
	
"I  have a National SW-54 table top SW radio. Its cosmetically about a 8
 and mechanically about a 9.5. I would like to donate it to help raise funds for
Al Waller in support of qth.net and qsl.net"  	
	
"Since being put into a wheelchair in November of 2002, I have no cash to
contribute, this is my way of helping out." 	
	
Duane: Why is it that those who have so little are the ones who almost always
give so much? I applaud John for his above and beyond effort to support qth.net
and qsl.net I also challenge ALL of you who have not donated to the cause, as
well as any of you who have and would like to get in on this, to donate a
minimum of $25. All who do will have their name put into Al Waller's beanie and
a name will be drawn on January 1, 2004 and receive this nifty receiver. Winner
to be announced on the lists where this post appears and the winner will be
notified by private e-mail.		
	
Send your donations to Al Waller, K3TKJ and be SURE to indicate it is for the
drawing to win the National SW-54 receiver!	
	
You may use a private check, credit card or PayPal. Here is where to send
donations: 		
For PayPal: k3tkj@qsl.net

For a credit card on the secure server: proxy.qsl.net

Regular mail:
QSL.NET
C/O Al Waller, K3TKJ
34087 Old Hickory Road
Laurel, DE 19956

Please make checks payable to: QSL.NET


	



From mgrandy@telus.net  Tue Dec 23 18:35:54 2003
From: mgrandy@telus.net (Murray Grandy)
Date: Tue, 23 Dec 2003 10:35:54 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] need help with Heathkit VF-7401
Message-ID: <000d01c3c983$993a7630$7f00a8c0@u2t2k1>

I have subject radio. Problem is no modulation on transmit. Receive and scan
seem to be working ok. Power out is good as per watt meter. If I turn
deviation pot all the way ccw, it sorta works, but very weak voice.
Wondering if anyone has any thought's what the problem  could be.
Murray
*****************************************



From mgrandy@telus.net  Tue Dec 23 23:49:56 2003
From: mgrandy@telus.net (Murray Grandy)
Date: Tue, 23 Dec 2003 15:49:56 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] Re help with Heathkit VF-7401
Message-ID: <001901c3c9af$77e238c0$7f00a8c0@u2t2k1>

I should have mentioned that I tried 2 different mic's that work on other
radios. A Micorder that get's the 9 volt from the radio, not from a battery,
and a reg mic without keypad. Thanks for suggestions I have received so far.
Will get back to working on it after xmas.
Murray
******************************************************
I have subject radio. Problem is no modulation on transmit. Receive and scan
seem to be working ok. Power out is good as per watt meter. If I turn
deviation pot all the way ccw, it sorta works, but very weak voice.
Wondering if anyone has any thought's what the problem  could be.
Murray
*****************************************



From wb8eqo@yahoo.com  Wed Dec 24 15:38:17 2003
From: wb8eqo@yahoo.com (Ken Woodside, WB8EQO)
Date: Wed, 24 Dec 2003 07:38:17 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] Board Extenders
Message-ID: <20031224153817.56028.qmail@web20102.mail.yahoo.com>

Does anyone have 3 board extenders for HR-1680 (6
pin)for sale or lease?

TNX
Happy Holidays!!!

Ken WB8EQO

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From tdulin@pulse.net  Mon Dec 22 16:21:34 2003
From: tdulin@pulse.net (Tom in N Texas)
Date: Mon, 22 Dec 2003 10:21:34 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.20031222100346.00960720@mail.pulse.net>

I have never had occasion to try this, but it sounds good:

1. Make two little jacks out of threaded standoffs and screws.

2. Jack the two ends of the frame apart enough to drop out the ball bearings.

3. Bend the frame ends together, with a vise for good control. Use spacers 
in the vise to apply force at the correct points

4. Jack it apart again, just enough to get the bearings back in.

5. Install bearings, using heavy grease to keep them in place.

6. Remove the grease, if desired.

7. use the new jacks to adjust torque.

8. Tell us how it works.

73,
Tom Dulin KC5INU

----------- YOU WROTE ---------------------
Message: 3
To: heathkit@mailman.qth.net
Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2003 17:16:14 -0800
From: Edward B Richards <zuu6k@juno.com>
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
Hi Guys;
Yes, I screwed up. I have successfully loosened tight variable caps on the 
RF DRIVER BOARD by spreading the frame a little. This time I applied too 
much oomph and now the shaft is loose. I don't see any way to tighten it. 
In fact, I don't see how the factory assembled them. You can't bend the 
frame in, when the shaft is in place and you can't get the shaft in after 
the frame is bent into shape. Does anyone know how they do this? Any way, I 
guess I need a replacement capacitor. It is part no. 26-122 and it appears 
they used the same part in the HW-100, SB-101 and SB-102. Is anyone parting 
out one of these? Please tell me the cost shipped to Zip 93065. Thanks.
Ed Richards K6UUZ
Tom in N Texas, KC5INU,  EM12jk, RARA 025, QRPp-I 353, NETXQRP  33, QCWA 
31587, tdulin@pulse.net,
  Hallicrafters SX-71, S-38, S-38D, National NC-300, Johnson Viking Ranger,
Knight TR106, Heath SB-101, "Sixer", IO-10, V-7 VTVM, etc., etc.

From k6uuz@juno.com  Wed Dec 24 23:31:03 2003
From: k6uuz@juno.com (k6uuz@juno.com)
Date: Wed, 24 Dec 2003 15:31:03 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
Message-ID: <20031224.153429.-844641.0.k6uuz@juno.com>

Thanks,  Tom. Where do the jacks go? They can't go inside the frame as
the rotor plates cover the holes when open.

Ed Richards K6UUZ


On Mon, 22 Dec 2003 10:21:34 -0600 Tom in N Texas <tdulin@pulse.net>
writes:
> I have never had occasion to try this, but it sounds good:
> 
> 1. Make two little jacks out of threaded standoffs and screws.
> 
> 2. Jack the two ends of the frame apart enough to drop out the ball 
> bearings.
> 
> 3. Bend the frame ends together, with a vise for good control. Use 
> spacers 
> in the vise to apply force at the correct points
> 
> 4. Jack it apart again, just enough to get the bearings back in.
> 
> 5. Install bearings, using heavy grease to keep them in place.
> 
> 6. Remove the grease, if desired.
> 
> 7. use the new jacks to adjust torque.
> 
> 8. Tell us how it works.
> 
> 73,
> Tom Dulin KC5INU
> 
> ----------- YOU WROTE ---------------------
> Message: 3
> To: heathkit@mailman.qth.net
> Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2003 17:16:14 -0800
> From: Edward B Richards <zuu6k@juno.com>
> Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
> Hi Guys;
> Yes, I screwed up. I have successfully loosened tight variable caps 
> on the 
> RF DRIVER BOARD by spreading the frame a little. This time I applied 
> too 
> much oomph and now the shaft is loose. I don't see any way to 
> tighten it. 
> In fact, I don't see how the factory assembled them. You can't bend 
> the 
> frame in, when the shaft is in place and you can't get the shaft in 
> after 
> the frame is bent into shape. Does anyone know how they do this? Any 
> way, I 
> guess I need a replacement capacitor. It is part no. 26-122 and it 
> appears 
> they used the same part in the HW-100, SB-101 and SB-102. Is anyone 
> parting 
> out one of these? Please tell me the cost shipped to Zip 93065. 
> Thanks.
> Ed Richards K6UUZ
> Tom in N Texas, KC5INU,  EM12jk, RARA 025, QRPp-I 353, NETXQRP  33, 
> QCWA 
> 31587, tdulin@pulse.net,
>   Hallicrafters SX-71, S-38, S-38D, National NC-300, Johnson Viking 
> Ranger,
> Knight TR106, Heath SB-101, "Sixer", IO-10, V-7 VTVM, etc., etc.
> _______________________________________________
> List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF        
> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **         
> $$ See the vintage area on the HCI web site - http://www.w9wze.org 
> $$ 
> Heathkit mailing list
> Heathkit@mailman.qth.net
> http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/heathkit
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From DStraz@aol.com  Thu Dec 25 00:22:30 2003
From: DStraz@aol.com (DStraz@aol.com)
Date: Wed, 24 Dec 2003 19:22:30 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-17
Message-ID: <156.2a759f3a.2d1b87c6@aol.com>

Just picked up a Heathkit 2 meter HW-17 (with the FM adapter0 , does anyone 
know the value of this rig. According to Penson and some other collectors this 
unit is very ,very rare.

Don N8QX


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From David" <davideellison@email.msn.com  Thu Dec 25 00:15:24 2003
From: David" <davideellison@email.msn.com (David)
Date: Wed, 24 Dec 2003 16:15:24 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-17
References: <156.2a759f3a.2d1b87c6@aol.com>
Message-ID: <042401c3ca7c$32013040$0600a8c0@daveslaptop>



> Just picked up a Heathkit 2 meter HW-17 (with the FM adapter0 , does
anyone
> know the value of this rig. According to Penson and some other collectors
this
> unit is very ,very rare.

Maybe 'very' - I don' think it's really 'very very'.  According to several
web
sites that track boatanchor value as reflected in for-sale postings, the
HW-17
is worth between $25 and $125, depending on condition etc.  Yours is
probably on the higher end, given it has the FM adapter. But poor condition
or
modifications can shoot that down quite quickly.

But none-the-less, a neat find if you collect Heath.  I have a couple HW-17s
but really don't use them, as I'm an HF only sorta guy.

Hope this helps,

Dave WB7AWK



From mkx@sympatico.ca  Thu Dec 25 03:19:16 2003
From: mkx@sympatico.ca (M. Kassay)
Date: Wed, 24 Dec 2003 22:19:16 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] (no subject)
Message-ID: <3FEA5733.28194F7D@sympatico.ca>

Merry Christmas !

--
73 Mike

VE3MKX / VA3HKT



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From dfischer@usol.com  Thu Dec 25 05:26:16 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Thu, 25 Dec 2003 00:26:16 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Santa Alert!
Message-ID: <200312250529.hBP5Tje16734@hades.usol.com>

	
The local USAF base just reported radar contact with a sleigh moving faster than
a green apple induced case of diarrhea over southern Canada into the Upper
Peninsula of Michigan. This has been confirmed by the ISS (international Space
Station) proximity sensors and their high resolution color cameras tracking the
object moving at just below light velocity and dropping rapidly to be pulled by
nine Reindeer. Sounds like Santa Claus on a toy run!	
	
You can check out some of his adventures on the HCI web site at these two links:

	
Weekly Pre-Frogzilla Tale:
(original humerous tales combined into a collection of short stories)

http://www.w9wze.org/Frogzilla/FrogzillaFiles.php?PathNom=CurrentLinks/weekly.txt



Monthly Forgzilla Files Adventure Tale:
(humerous adventures of Frogzilla in the world of radio)

http://www.w9wze.org/Frogzilla/FrogzillaFiles.php?PathNom=CurrentLinks/advent.txt


 


From dfischer@usol.com  Thu Dec 25 15:00:25 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Thu, 25 Dec 2003 10:00:25 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] New Tale On HCI Web Site Each Day!
Message-ID: <200312251503.hBPF3Re25338@hades.usol.com>

	
A very Merry Christmas to all who celebrate it and a joyous holiday to those who
celebrate a differnt holiday at this time of the year. 	
	
Starting with today , and continuing the next four days, a new holiday tale will
be added to those already posted to the two Frogzilla links on the HCI web site.
The new story or poem will be appended to the end of the previous one, so page
down to find them.  	
	
The links are as follows: 	
	
Weekly Pre-Frogzilla Tale:
(original humerous tales combined into a collection of short stories)

http://www.w9wze.org/Frogzilla/FrogzillaFiles.php?PathNom=CurrentLinks/weekly.txt





Monthly Forgzilla Files Adventure Tale:
(humerous adventures of Frogzilla in the world of radio)

http://www.w9wze.org/Frogzilla/FrogzillaFiles.php?PathNom=CurrentLinks/advent.txt

	
	
All material is copyrighted to me, so before you reprint or repost or otherwise
distribute any of this material, get my written permission in advance.
	
Seasons Greetings to all -   


 




From wb8jkr@juno.com  Fri Dec 26 14:12:51 2003
From: wb8jkr@juno.com (wb8jkr@juno.com)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 09:12:51 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] DX-40 question
Message-ID: <20031226.091251.-212425.0.wb8jkr@juno.com>

  Does anyone know the typical no-load/load plate
voltage is on the 6146?  I have a schematic, but I can't
read the printing, looks like 380 volts no load, and
this seems low.
 What I really want to do is determine the rated voltage
at the acc. socket pin 4. I converted a couple of VF-1's to
all solid state for a friend and I need to make a small 
change in the DX-40.



Mark  WB8JKR


From tdulin@pulse.net  Fri Dec 26 14:48:37 2003
From: tdulin@pulse.net (Tom in N Texas)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 08:48:37 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.20031226080740.0096ab70@mail.pulse.net>

Ed,

I raised the lid on my SB-101 and looked at it. I don't think you have to 
open the plates to get the bearing balls out. Leave 'em closed and remove 
the bearings. Then remove the jacks, open the plates and take out the rotor.

I think this is how the capacitors were assembled at the factory. How else?

There is a little play in the pre-loading spring at the rear end of the 
shaft. However it doesn't appear to be enough to get the bearing balls out. 
It would be nice to compress the end-play spring to minimize need to spread 
the frame. I would put the frame/shaft in a vise and gently squeeze to 
compress the end-play spring. Then use the jacks to spread the frame apart 
to remove the bearing balls. Reverse to re-assemble.


It would be nice if you could use an inside micrometer to measure how much 
you squeezed the frame to correct the spacing problem. Measure between the 
frame ends at the outer edge. The critical measurements are: Before 
starting, minimum distance (maximum squeeze applied) and final spacing. 
This would give the change in spacing and the spring-back. Helpful for 
anyone else who wants to use the method by saving time experimenting.

I think you would have to be very patient to make this work and get the 
measurements.

The jacks would be good to make the final adjustment after the capacitor is 
re-assembled. Again, measure to see how much you jacked it open and how 
much spring-back.

I would suggest bending/bowing the end-play spring a little more, but only 
a little, because you may have to open the frame too much to compensate.

Easiest solution is to buy Frank, WB4EHB's capacitor.

Please tell us how it comes out.

Good Luck and 73,

Tom Dulin KC5INU

------- YOU WROTE -------
Date: Wed, 24 Dec 2003 15:31:03 -0800
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101

From: k6uuz@juno.com

Thanks, Tom. Where do the jacks go? They can't go inside the frame as the 
rotor plates cover the holes when open.

Ed Richards K6UUZ

------- TOM DULIN WROTE -------

I have never had occasion to try this, but it sounds good:

1. Make two little jacks out of threaded standoffs and screws.

2. Jack the two ends of the frame apart enough to drop out the ball bearings.

3. Bend the frame ends together, with a vise for good control. Use spacers 
in the vise to apply force at the correct points

4. Jack it apart again, just enough to get the bearings back in.

5. Install bearings, using heavy grease to keep them in place.

6. Remove the grease, if desired.

7. use the new jacks to adjust torque.

8. Tell us how it works.

73,
Tom Dulin KC5INU




From zuu6k@juno.com  Fri Dec 26 15:15:34 2003
From: zuu6k@juno.com (Edward B Richards)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 07:15:34 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
Message-ID: <20031226.071546.-214515.1.zuu6k@juno.com>

Thanks, Tom;

I have already replaced the cap. I will play with the old one when I have
time. Right now it is on the back burner.

Ed Richards K6UUZ


On Fri, 26 Dec 2003 08:48:37 -0600 Tom in N Texas <tdulin@pulse.net>
writes:
> Ed,
> 
> I raised the lid on my SB-101 and looked at it. I don't think you 
> have to 
> open the plates to get the bearing balls out. Leave 'em closed and 
> remove 
> the bearings. Then remove the jacks, open the plates and take out 
> the rotor.
> 
> I think this is how the capacitors were assembled at the factory. 
> How else?
> 
> There is a little play in the pre-loading spring at the rear end of 
> the 
> shaft. However it doesn't appear to be enough to get the bearing 
> balls out. 
> It would be nice to compress the end-play spring to minimize need to 
> spread 
> the frame. I would put the frame/shaft in a vise and gently squeeze 
> to 
> compress the end-play spring. Then use the jacks to spread the frame 
> apart 
> to remove the bearing balls. Reverse to re-assemble.
> 
> 
> It would be nice if you could use an inside micrometer to measure 
> how much 
> you squeezed the frame to correct the spacing problem. Measure 
> between the 
> frame ends at the outer edge. The critical measurements are: Before 
> starting, minimum distance (maximum squeeze applied) and final 
> spacing. 
> This would give the change in spacing and the spring-back. Helpful 
> for 
> anyone else who wants to use the method by saving time 
> experimenting.
> 
> I think you would have to be very patient to make this work and get 
> the 
> measurements.
> 
> The jacks would be good to make the final adjustment after the 
> capacitor is 
> re-assembled. Again, measure to see how much you jacked it open and 
> how 
> much spring-back.
> 
> I would suggest bending/bowing the end-play spring a little more, 
> but only 
> a little, because you may have to open the frame too much to 
> compensate.
> 
> Easiest solution is to buy Frank, WB4EHB's capacitor.
> 
> Please tell us how it comes out.
> 
> Good Luck and 73,
> 
> Tom Dulin KC5INU
> 
> ------- YOU WROTE -------
> Date: Wed, 24 Dec 2003 15:31:03 -0800
> Subject: Re: [Heathkit] Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
> 
> From: k6uuz@juno.com
> 
> Thanks, Tom. Where do the jacks go? They can't go inside the frame 
> as the 
> rotor plates cover the holes when open.
> 
> Ed Richards K6UUZ
> 
> ------- TOM DULIN WROTE -------
> 
> I have never had occasion to try this, but it sounds good:
> 
> 1. Make two little jacks out of threaded standoffs and screws.
> 
> 2. Jack the two ends of the frame apart enough to drop out the ball 
> bearings.
> 
> 3. Bend the frame ends together, with a vise for good control. Use 
> spacers 
> in the vise to apply force at the correct points
> 
> 4. Jack it apart again, just enough to get the bearings back in.
> 
> 5. Install bearings, using heavy grease to keep them in place.
> 
> 6. Remove the grease, if desired.
> 
> 7. use the new jacks to adjust torque.
> 
> 8. Tell us how it works.
> 
> 73,
> Tom Dulin KC5INU
> 
> 
> 
> _______________________________________________
> List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF        
> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **         
> $$ See the vintage area on the HCI web site - http://www.w9wze.org 
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From edworst@att.net  Fri Dec 26 15:36:43 2003
From: edworst@att.net (Ed Worst)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 09:36:43 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] DX-40 question
References: <20031226.091251.-212425.0.wb8jkr@juno.com>
Message-ID: <003e01c3cbc6$22232e80$e6f7490c@rnr99>

Hello Mark,

Did you say you just did a solid state conversion for a VF-1?  That's on my
winter to-do list.  Do you have an article you can point me to for a
reference?  I have an article from Dec 72 QST that I was going to use, but
if you have something newer it would probably be a better mod.

I have a DX-35, and in the manual it says, "Pin 4 supplies B+ voltage
through a 20k 10w resistor.  This provides approximately 250 volts at 20
milliamperes." {for a VF-1}

So that means there's a 400v (20k x .02A) drop across the 20k / 10w
resistor.  That would put the 6146 plate voltage at 650v (250v at pin 4 plus
400v across the dropping resistor).

If you're planning on powering the solid state VF-1 from that, WATCH OUT!
That's a 650 volt source with a 20k impedance.  I don't know what voltage
you need for the VF-1, but the voltage you will get from pin 4 is:  650v -
(20,000 x I), where I is the current in Amps drawn by your modified VF-1.

If your mod is from that Dec 72 article, you'll be OK because the mod
includes two additional 15k / 5w dropping resistors and a 20v zener.

Hope this helps, and if you have any questions send me an email.  As I said,
the VF-1 mod has been on my list for years, and ... this is the year.

73,
ed - k9ew

----- Original Message -----
From: <wb8jkr@juno.com>
To: <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>; <Heath@listserv.tempe.gov>
Sent: Friday, December 26, 2003 8:12 AM
Subject: [Heathkit] DX-40 question


>
>   Does anyone know the typical no-load/load plate
> voltage is on the 6146?  I have a schematic, but I can't
> read the printing, looks like 380 volts no load, and
> this seems low.
>  What I really want to do is determine the rated voltage
> at the acc. socket pin 4. I converted a couple of VF-1's to
> all solid state for a friend and I need to make a small
> change in the DX-40.
>
>
>
> Mark  WB8JKR
>
> _______________________________________________
> List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF
> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **
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From wb8jkr@juno.com  Fri Dec 26 15:47:15 2003
From: wb8jkr@juno.com (wb8jkr@juno.com)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 10:47:15 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] DX-40 question
Message-ID: <20031226.104851.-282261.0.wb8jkr@juno.com>

  Hi Ed,

 Thanks for the info. Yes I converted three of them, I used
the article you mention as a starting point but there are
errors in it that I corrected. Also, did a completely
different layout that looks factory, rather than that
"Rats nest" wiring job in the QST article.
 I can E mail you a picture I took of the underside of
the first unit I converted, but I'll have to draw up and
scan a schematic  and layout pictorial to show what I did,
give me a day or two and I'll send that as well.

Mark WB8JKR


On Fri, 26 Dec 2003 09:36:43 -0600 "Ed Worst" <edworst@att.net> writes:
> Hello Mark,
> 
> Did you say you just did a solid state conversion for a VF-1?  
> That's on my
> winter to-do list.  Do you have an article you can point me to for a
> reference?  I have an article from Dec 72 QST that I was going to 
> use, but
> if you have something newer it would probably be a better mod.


From k6uuz@juno.com  Fri Dec 26 20:05:21 2003
From: k6uuz@juno.com (k6uuz@juno.com)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 12:05:21 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] DX-40 question
Message-ID: <20031226.121014.-838531.0.k6uuz@juno.com>

How about powering it from the filament supply via a diode and filter.
You could use 2 diodes in a voltage doubler circuit if required?

Ed Richards K6UUZ


On Fri, 26 Dec 2003 09:36:43 -0600 "Ed Worst" <edworst@att.net> writes:
> Hello Mark,
> 
> Did you say you just did a solid state conversion for a VF-1?  
> That's on my
> winter to-do list.  Do you have an article you can point me to for a
> reference?  I have an article from Dec 72 QST that I was going to 
> use, but
> if you have something newer it would probably be a better mod.
> 
> I have a DX-35, and in the manual it says, "Pin 4 supplies B+ 
> voltage
> through a 20k 10w resistor.  This provides approximately 250 volts 
> at 20
> milliamperes." {for a VF-1}
> 
> So that means there's a 400v (20k x .02A) drop across the 20k / 10w
> resistor.  That would put the 6146 plate voltage at 650v (250v at 
> pin 4 plus
> 400v across the dropping resistor).
> 
> If you're planning on powering the solid state VF-1 from that, WATCH 
> OUT!
> That's a 650 volt source with a 20k impedance.  I don't know what 
> voltage
> you need for the VF-1, but the voltage you will get from pin 4 is:  
> 650v -
> (20,000 x I), where I is the current in Amps drawn by your modified 
> VF-1.
> 
> If your mod is from that Dec 72 article, you'll be OK because the 
> mod
> includes two additional 15k / 5w dropping resistors and a 20v zener.
> 
> Hope this helps, and if you have any questions send me an email.  As 
> I said,
> the VF-1 mod has been on my list for years, and ... this is the 
> year.
> 
> 73,
> ed - k9ew
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <wb8jkr@juno.com>
> To: <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>; <Heath@listserv.tempe.gov>
> Sent: Friday, December 26, 2003 8:12 AM
> Subject: [Heathkit] DX-40 question
> 
> 
> >
> >   Does anyone know the typical no-load/load plate
> > voltage is on the 6146?  I have a schematic, but I can't
> > read the printing, looks like 380 volts no load, and
> > this seems low.
> >  What I really want to do is determine the rated voltage
> > at the acc. socket pin 4. I converted a couple of VF-1's to
> > all solid state for a friend and I need to make a small
> > change in the DX-40.
> >
> >
> >
> > Mark  WB8JKR
> >
> > _______________________________________________
> > List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF
> > ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **
> > $$ See the vintage area on the HCI web site - http://www.w9wze.org 
> $$
> > Heathkit mailing list
> > Heathkit@mailman.qth.net
> > http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/heathkit
> 
> _______________________________________________
> List Administrator: Duane Fischer, W8DBF        
> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **         
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> $$ 
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From wb8jkr@juno.com  Fri Dec 26 20:23:21 2003
From: wb8jkr@juno.com (wb8jkr@juno.com)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 15:23:21 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] DX-40 question
Message-ID: <20031226.152334.-428665.1.wb8jkr@juno.com>

 That's a pretty good idea, but it wouldn't leave much reserve voltage
for regulation. The wiring change in the DX40 I have in mind isn't really
needed, but I'm going to move the 15K resistor from the B+ to the
center point in the HV doubler in the DX40. I don't need all that
voltage and doing so will reduce the power heating the zener
dropping resistor in the VF1. 
 In this particular circuit I use a regulated 20 volts to feed the
oscillator and buffer stages in order to get the same high level output
obtained from the original VF1 circuit, I know it sounds high, but
stability is really quite good.

Mark  WB8JKR

On Fri, 26 Dec 2003 12:05:21 -0800 k6uuz@juno.com writes:
> How about powering it from the filament supply via a diode and 
> filter.
> You could use 2 diodes in a voltage doubler circuit if required?
> 
> Ed Richards K6UUZ
> 
> 
> On Fri, 26 Dec 2003 09:36:43 -0600 "Ed Worst" <edworst@att.net> 
> writes:
> > Hello Mark,
> > 
> > Did you say you just did a solid state conversion for a VF-1?  
> > That's on my
> > winter to-do list.  Do you have an article you can point me to for 
> a
> > reference?  I have an article from Dec 72 QST that I was going to 
> > use, but
> > if you have something newer it would probably be a better mod.
> > 
> > I have a DX-35, and in the manual it says, "Pin 4 supplies B+ 
> > voltage
> > through a 20k 10w resistor.  This provides approximately 250 volts 
> 
> > at 20
> > milliamperes." {for a VF-1}
> > 
> > So that means there's a 400v (20k x .02A) drop across the 20k / 
> 10w
> > resistor.  That would put the 6146 plate voltage at 650v (250v at 
> > pin 4 plus
> > 400v across the dropping resistor).
> > 
> > If you're planning on powering the solid state VF-1 from that, 
> WATCH 
> > OUT!
> > That's a 650 volt source with a 20k impedance.  I don't know what 
> > voltage
> > you need for the VF-1, but the voltage you will get from pin 4 is: 
>  
> > 650v -
> > (20,000 x I), where I is the current in Amps drawn by your 
> modified 
> > VF-1.
> > 
> > If your mod is from that Dec 72 article, you'll be OK because the 
> > mod
> > includes two additional 15k / 5w dropping resistors and a 20v 
> zener.
> > 
> > Hope this helps, and if you have any questions send me an email.  
> As 
> > I said,
> > the VF-1 mod has been on my list for years, and ... this is the 
> > year.
> > 
> > 73,
> > ed - k9ew
> > 
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: <wb8jkr@juno.com>
> > To: <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>; <Heath@listserv.tempe.gov>
> > Sent: Friday, December 26, 2003 8:12 AM
> > Subject: [Heathkit] DX-40 question
> > 
> > 
> > >
> > >   Does anyone know the typical no-load/load plate
> > > voltage is on the 6146?  I have a schematic, but I can't
> > > read the printing, looks like 380 volts no load, and
> > > this seems low.
> > >  What I really want to do is determine the rated voltage
> > > at the acc. socket pin 4. I converted a couple of VF-1's to
> > > all solid state for a friend and I need to make a small
> > > change in the DX-40.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Mark  WB8JKR
>

From folanosr@bellsouth.net  Sat Dec 27 00:03:12 2003
From: folanosr@bellsouth.net (pato)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 19:03:12 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
References: <4.2.0.58.20031226080740.0096ab70@mail.pulse.net>
Message-ID: <3FECCC40.A7CDFD0C@bellsouth.net>

Never touch a varianble capacitor spacing. A hard to move
capacitor spray contact cleaner and when dry add a couple of
drops of oil in the ball berings with the unit resting in
the knobs. Next day will be like new.
Frank Wb4EHB


From zuu6k@juno.com  Sat Dec 27 05:34:38 2003
From: zuu6k@juno.com (Edward B Richards)
Date: Fri, 26 Dec 2003 21:34:38 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] WTB: variable capacitor for HW-101
Message-ID: <20031227.074954.-791621.0.zuu6k@juno.com>

Not these!

Ed Richards K6UUZ


On Fri, 26 Dec 2003 19:03:12 -0500 pato <folanosr@bellsouth.net> writes:
> Never touch a varianble capacitor spacing. A hard to move
> capacitor spray contact cleaner and when dry add a couple of
> drops of oil in the ball berings with the unit resting in
> the knobs. Next day will be like new.
> Frank Wb4EHB
> 
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From STEVEWATERS1@charter.net  Sat Dec 27 19:05:49 2003
From: STEVEWATERS1@charter.net (STEVE WATERS)
Date: Sat, 27 Dec 2003 13:05:49 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] HIGH VOLTAGE OUTPUT HL-2200 AMP
Message-ID: <001801c3ccac$70f08d00$35bb7544@steveqpw285cas>

Hello Everyone

Can someone tell me what the secondary voltage should be on the high voltage
transformer for the amp? I have a meter that will read up to 5000 volts but
do not know what the voltage should be.

Thanks

Steve Waters


From k5jv@kingwoodcable.com  Sat Dec 27 22:31:18 2003
From: k5jv@kingwoodcable.com (k5jv)
Date: Sat, 27 Dec 2003 16:31:18 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] HeathKit A-7 schematic
Message-ID: <004501c3ccc9$25b86480$6401a8c0@k5jv>

Greetings to all,

        Can anyone help me locate an original HeathKit A-7 manual with
schematic?  I will also accept a good quality copy.  The unit I am working
on is an "A-7" with no dash number (I think they went all the way up to
"-E").  It uses a single 12SL7 driving a pair 12A6's.  Cash or trade.  I
still have a few sets of Johnson Desk KW and Johnson 500 lock and Key sets
remaining.

73 de Lon Cottingham, K5JV

"The Belton Brisket Bandit"

1110 Golden Bear Ln,
Kingwood, TX 77339

281-358-4207
281-358-4234 FAX



From wb8jkr@juno.com  Sat Dec 27 22:40:48 2003
From: wb8jkr@juno.com (wb8jkr@juno.com)
Date: Sat, 27 Dec 2003 17:40:48 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] HIGH VOLTAGE OUTPUT HL-2200 AMP
Message-ID: <20031227.174048.-85513.0.wb8jkr@juno.com>

  Steve,

 What amp are you talking about? If its an SB-200 the
secondary is about 800 volts, if its an SB220 the secondary
will be about 800 in CW mode and about 1100 in the SSB mode.

73,  Mark  WB8JKR


On Sat, 27 Dec 2003 13:05:49 -0600 "STEVE WATERS"
<STEVEWATERS1@charter.net> writes:
> Hello Everyone
> 
> Can someone tell me what the secondary voltage should be on the high 
> voltage
> transformer for the amp? I have a meter that will read up to 5000 
> volts but
> do not know what the voltage should be.
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Steve Waters
> 
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From ve7yc@shaw.ca  Sun Dec 28 00:43:04 2003
From: ve7yc@shaw.ca (Ronald A. Stunden)
Date: Sat, 27 Dec 2003 16:43:04 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] HW101 VFO
Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20031227164057.0204ca60@shawmail.vc.shawcable.net>

Thanks Guys, I am looking for a new VFO Variable Condenser for the VFO. Any 
out there ? Ron



From dfischer@usol.com  Sun Dec 28 06:10:53 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Sun, 28 Dec 2003 01:10:53 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Join Last Sunday HCI 20 Meter Net
Message-ID: <200312280613.hBS6Dle25785@hades.usol.com>

	
As always, all flavors and cents of vintage gear are welcome - (if it is not
vintage, don't confess!)   	
	
We would love to have you drop in to say Hello on Sunday December 28th for the
Hallicrafters Collectors International 20 meter Net. Share with us some glowing
Halli moment or memorable bargain you passed up at the Ham Fest and lived to
regret. The pre-Net will commence at 12:45 PM EST, (1745 UTC). The Net proper
will begin at 1:15 PM EST, (1815 UTC). The frequency will be 14.293 Mhz usb +/-
for key clicks, mike splatter and the silent sound of seconds slipping into
eternity as the hands of time mark the end of another year as the final
paragraph of 2003 is written and indelibly recorded. Forever lasts a memory
made, the Halli glow will never fade.        	
	
I would like to thank each of you who participated in the HCI Nets this year,
and years gone by, for your faithfulness, support, contributions and willingness
to share your wisdom and spare parts. It is this brotherhood of like bondage
that has benefited one and all since HCI was created to serve the lovers of
those Halli things that still continue to go glow in the dark. Without your
presence and enduring patronage what has been achieved could not have happened.
You all deserve credit and I for one thank you for being there through thick and
thin with radio lore from deep within. What comes from the soul endures, what
escapes from the lips perishes. Hallicrafters will live on in the hearts and
minds of those who have been touched by the magic of a vacuum tube, long after
the last vacuum tube fades into darkness, never to glow again.        		
	
It has been a great joy to know you and to serve as the NCS for the HCI Nets
since March 1999. I have made countless friends I shall never forget and more
great memories than I could ever possibly hope to recall. Whether it continues
in 2004 remains to be seen.    	
	
But for now, at least, I hope to hear many of you on the final HCI 20 meter Net
for this year later today. Enjoy the holiday tales on the HCI web site, as they
will not be appearing there in the future. 	
	
Remember to donate a minimum of $25 to Al Waller, K3TKJ to help keep
qth.net/qsl.net operating and earn a chance to receive the National SW-54
receiver donated by John Mudd. All donations must be made no later tha Wednesday
December 31st! The winner's name will be drawn by Al Waller on Thursday January
1, 2004. Don't miss out on a chance to own this fine little receiver!  	
	
I would like to wish each and every one of you a most joyous, healthy and safe
2004. Carry on - 	
	
Duane Fischer, W8DBF	
Retiring NCS: Hallicrafters Collectors International  	

	




From sx28@juno.com  Sun Dec 28 12:29:10 2003
From: sx28@juno.com (sx28@juno.com)
Date: Sun, 28 Dec 2003 07:29:10 EST
Subject: [Heathkit] SKN Ready with AT-1 S-40B
Message-ID: <20031228.072910.1704.0.sx28@juno.com>

Listen for Ni9Y on 3546.5 rock bound with my SKN station a Heathkit AT-1
and Hallicrafters S-40B with Q-Multipler.  

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From k5jv@kingwoodcable.com  Sun Dec 28 15:28:57 2003
From: k5jv@kingwoodcable.com (k5jv)
Date: Sun, 28 Dec 2003 09:28:57 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] wanted WA-P1
Message-ID: <001701c3cd57$4fcdebd0$6401a8c0@k5jv>

Greetings to all,

    I am looking for a HeathKit WA-P1 audio Preamplifier (not the very
common WA-P2).  As with all of this old gear, appearance is more important
than whether it works or not.  Front panel silk-screening must be in good
condition.  Would hope (but not a necessity) to get an original manual with
it.  Cash or trade.

73 de Lon Cottingham, K5JV

1110 Golden Bear Ln,
Kingwood, TX 77339

281-358-4207
281-358-4234 FAX



From cra@floodcity.net  Sun Dec 28 16:15:14 2003
From: cra@floodcity.net (David Knepper)
Date: Sun, 28 Dec 2003 11:15:14 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] wanted WA-P1
References: <001701c3cd57$4fcdebd0$6401a8c0@k5jv>
Message-ID: <001e01c3cd5d$c79529c0$1cd45dc6@computer>

My neighbor has some Heathkit Hi-Fi equipment for sale.  Anyone interested
in the area of Johnstown-Pittsburgh?


Dave, W3ST
Secretary to the Collins Radio Association
Publisher of the Collins Journal
www.collinsra.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "k5jv" <k5jv@kingwoodcable.com>
To: "HeathKit List" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2003 10:28 AM
Subject: [Heathkit] wanted WA-P1


> Greetings to all,
>
>     I am looking for a HeathKit WA-P1 audio Preamplifier (not the very
> common WA-P2).  As with all of this old gear, appearance is more important
> than whether it works or not.  Front panel silk-screening must be in good
> condition.  Would hope (but not a necessity) to get an original manual
with
> it.  Cash or trade.
>
> 73 de Lon Cottingham, K5JV
>
> 1110 Golden Bear Ln,
> Kingwood, TX 77339
>
> 281-358-4207
> 281-358-4234 FAX
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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> ** For Assistance: dfischer@usol.com **
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From S. Michael Stoller" <k4rdd1@comcast.net  Sun Dec 28 19:39:50 2003
From: S. Michael Stoller" <k4rdd1@comcast.net (S. Michael Stoller)
Date: Sun, 28 Dec 2003 14:39:50 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] HM 102
Message-ID: <012301c3cd7a$5bdd2670$29ef3b44@monster>

I purchased a Heathkit HM 102 described as "excellent" from the "EB"
auction. It has a broken clear plastic meter face .  Anyone have the plastic
face available ?
If I can not find one I'll sell the meter at very low price.
The HM 102 is very clean and works perfectly compared to another I own.
Thanks,
Mike


From wb2vuf@qsl.net  Mon Dec 29 15:03:12 2003
From: wb2vuf@qsl.net (Bwana Bob)
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 10:03:12 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain
References: <019201c3bebb$03844df0$a2220f9d@Laptop> <3FE25AEA.50B7FE63@qsl.net> <006c01c3c70a$9d86bf80$825aba8c@Laptop>
Message-ID: <3FF04230.E6B8A93F@qsl.net>

Yes, RJ, in my opinion, that's normal. Again, it depends on how good the
driver and finals are and how well the rig is aligned. I use the same
Heath dynamic mic, its the HDP-21A. 

There was a mod to improve drive and mic gain by removing the 10k
resistor (R202) at the input to V5A and replacing it with a jumper. 
Later rigs already have this mod, but it the case of my HW-100, it made
a big difference as did the SBM-102-1 mod kit that assures the same
driver-preselector peaking for receive and transmit.

		73,

			Bob WB2VUF

RJ Mattson wrote:
> 
> Hi Bob
> I have the original Heath desk mic circa 1982 and need to have the mic
> gain at 2 o'clock for ssb. Is this then normal also?
> bob...w2ami
> http://www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Bwana Bob" <wb2vuf@qsl.net>
> To: "RJ Mattson" <rjmattson@hvi.net>
> Cc: "Heathkit Mailing List" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2003 8:56 PM
> Subject: Re: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain
> 
> > Yes, that is probably normal. It depends a lot on how well the radio is
> > aligned, and particularly the condition of the 6CL6 driver tube.
> >
> > Bob WB2VUF
> >
> > RJ Mattson wrote:
> > >
> > > In tune, I have to turn the mic gain control to 3 oclock to get full
> output. Is this a normal position for tune and transmit?
> > > bob...w2ami
> > > http://www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami
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From mwbesemer@cox.net  Mon Dec 29 15:57:22 2003
From: mwbesemer@cox.net (Mike Besemer (KG8L/4))
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 10:57:22 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain
In-Reply-To: <3FF04230.E6B8A93F@qsl.net>
Message-ID: <IDEGLIGMICMHKJMEPJHJAELODFAA.mwbesemer@cox.net>

I can remember having to run my HW-101 mic gain at the 2 or 3 o'clock
position also.  It never really bothered me, since I was not all the way to
the end of the travel of the pot.  I think it's pretty much typical for
the -101.

73,

Mike
KG8L

-----Original Message-----
From: heathkit-admin@mailman.qth.net
[mailto:heathkit-admin@mailman.qth.net]On Behalf Of Bwana Bob
Sent: Monday, December 29, 2003 10:03 AM
To: RJ Mattson; heathkit@mailman.qth.net
Subject: Re: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain


Yes, RJ, in my opinion, that's normal. Again, it depends on how good the
driver and finals are and how well the rig is aligned. I use the same
Heath dynamic mic, its the HDP-21A.

There was a mod to improve drive and mic gain by removing the 10k
resistor (R202) at the input to V5A and replacing it with a jumper.
Later rigs already have this mod, but it the case of my HW-100, it made
a big difference as did the SBM-102-1 mod kit that assures the same
driver-preselector peaking for receive and transmit.

		73,

			Bob WB2VUF

RJ Mattson wrote:
>
> Hi Bob
> I have the original Heath desk mic circa 1982 and need to have the mic
> gain at 2 o'clock for ssb. Is this then normal also?
> bob...w2ami
> http://www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Bwana Bob" <wb2vuf@qsl.net>
> To: "RJ Mattson" <rjmattson@hvi.net>
> Cc: "Heathkit Mailing List" <heathkit@mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2003 8:56 PM
> Subject: Re: [Heathkit] HW-101 mic gain
>
> > Yes, that is probably normal. It depends a lot on how well the radio is
> > aligned, and particularly the condition of the 6CL6 driver tube.
> >
> > Bob WB2VUF
> >
> > RJ Mattson wrote:
> > >
> > > In tune, I have to turn the mic gain control to 3 oclock to get full
> output. Is this a normal position for tune and transmit?
> > > bob...w2ami
> > > http://www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami
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From wb6jdh@Verizon.net  Mon Dec 29 16:31:05 2003
From: wb6jdh@Verizon.net (Dick -WB6JDH)
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 08:31:05 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] After Holiday Sale
Message-ID: <002201c3ce29$287827d0$6501a8c0@wb6jdh>

I have more test equipment for sale that was hidden away.  All in good =
operating condition.  Some paper work on Curve Tracer. =20
       =20

IG-5218    Audio Osc.            $40

IP-2718    Tri Power Supply    $40

IG-42        RF Osc.                $30

IT-1121    Curve Tracer            $60

SK-101    3 amp P.S.            $15

IG-4505    Scope Calibrator     $25          =20

Contact me at WB6JDH@Verizon.net        Thanks   Dick


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From ah7i@atl.org  Mon Dec 29 13:50:11 2003
From: ah7i@atl.org (ah7i@atl.org)
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 08:50:11 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Heathkit] SKN Ready with AT-1 S-40B
In-Reply-To: <20031228.072910.1704.0.sx28@juno.com>
Message-ID: <Pine.LNX.4.33.0312290842120.30496-100000@localhost.localdomain>

Good deal...will listen...only have 40m rocks here, unless an old TV
appears on the curb sometime between now and Wed.

Prepping for SKN as well. Fired up the HW-16 (with 4 pole xtal filter from
HW/SB series) last night with new 80m loop (vertical plane) only to find
it buzzing, chirping, and jumping freq. Used to quit buzzing after a half
hour or so but guess the OEM electrolytics are finally toast. Toasted
filter caps could be cause of chirp and freq jump too as the VR tube in
the HG10 only lights once in a while coincident with freq jump. Guess it's
gonna be a solder melting evening.

-bob
ah7i/4

On Sun, 28 Dec 2003 sx28@juno.com wrote:

> Listen for Ni9Y on 3546.5 rock bound with my SKN station a Heathkit AT-1
> and Hallicrafters S-40B with Q-Multipler.
>


From btuttleman@worldnet.att.net  Mon Dec 29 19:27:54 2003
From: btuttleman@worldnet.att.net (barry)
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 11:27:54 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] FS: SB-640 LMO
Message-ID: <3FF0803A.42A95FE8@worldnet.att.net>

for sale:
Heathkit SB-640; unit cosmetically approaches a "10"; comes w/ inter-
connection cable.  recently out of an elderly gentleman's station, it
was supposed to be a working unit.  smooth tuning action, etc; i have
no way to test the unit at this time; the unit was being used w/ an
SB-101 (which i'm supposed to purchase in the near future if he decides
to dismantle the station completely).
$150.00 + actual shipping charges.
pictures available upon request, please email replies OFFLIST!
tnx,
barry
carson city, nv
http://home.att.net/~btuttleman2/electron.html

From windy10605@juno.com  Mon Dec 29 20:12:17 2003
From: windy10605@juno.com (windy10605@juno.com)
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 14:12:17 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] GDA-19-1 schematics ??
Message-ID: <20031229.142236.1980.0.windy10605@juno.com>

I just acquired an old Heathkit GDA-19-1, 5 channel, 2-stick, Radio
Control System which I'd like to make operational again. Does anyone have
the schematics available ? Looks like early 70s but I don't have a
Heathkit catalog back that far.

73 Kees K5BCQ

From dfischer@usol.com  Mon Dec 29 21:17:08 2003
From: dfischer@usol.com (Duane Fischer, W8DBF)
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 16:17:08 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Last Holiday Tales On HCI Site, Visit While You Can!
Message-ID: <200312292121.hBTLLZe01955@hades.usol.com>

	
The last six holiday poems and tales are now up on the HCI web site for your
amusement and hopefully, enjoyment too. They will remain there through January
1, 2004 and then be removed. Enjoy them while you can, as there will be NO more
in the future!      	
	
There is even a holiday poem about boat anchor gear -  		
	
The new story or poem will be appended to the end of the previous one, so page
down to find them.  	
	
The links are as follows: 	
	
Weekly Pre-Frogzilla Tale:
(original humerous tales combined into a collection of short stories)

http://www.w9wze.org/Frogzilla/FrogzillaFiles.php?PathNom=CurrentLinks/weekly.txt







Monthly Forgzilla Files Adventure Tale:
(humerous adventures of Frogzilla in the world of radio)

http://www.w9wze.org/Frogzilla/FrogzillaFiles.php?PathNom=CurrentLinks/advent.txt



	
	
All material is copyrighted to me, so before you reprint or repost or otherwise
distribute any of this material, get my written permission in advance.
	
Seasons Greetings to all -   


 






From wb8jkr@juno.com  Tue Dec 30 03:33:30 2003
From: wb8jkr@juno.com (wb8jkr@juno.com)
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 22:33:30 -0500
Subject: [Heathkit] Heath GR-54 For Sale
Message-ID: <20031229.223331.-151537.0.wb8jkr@juno.com>

  I have for sale a Heathkit GR-54 General coverage receiver
in very good working condition. I would rate it an easy
9 out of a 10. Anyway, it works fine and I do have the manual.

 $65.00 plus shipping to the lower 48

  I also have a Heathkit HR-1680 receiver in ver good condition
that also works fine. And I have a complete photocopied manual
for it.

 $75.00 plus shipping to the lower 48

 If anyone wants them both, I'll let them go for $120 plus
shipping.

Mark  WB8JKR


From n6vg@lanset.com  Tue Dec 30 04:33:02 2003
From: n6vg@lanset.com (Jerry)
Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2003 20:33:02 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] SB-634 $150 Shipped
Message-ID: <001e01c3ce8e$039d1550$0000a398@JEROME>

Please reply off list to n6vg@lanset.com

Heath SB-634 Station Console for sale in very good condition.  It has a digital
clock, self resetting 10 minute timer, a 2 KW hf swr/watt meter and a phone
patch which I have never tried out.  $150 shipped.  YOUR MONEY BACK IF YOU
ARE NOT SATISFIED.
Best wishes in the New Year.
Take care.   Jerry in Sacramento, CA.


From edworst@att.net  Tue Dec 30 16:35:09 2003
From: edworst@att.net (Ed Worst)
Date: Tue, 30 Dec 2003 10:35:09 -0600
Subject: [Heathkit] DX-20 FEET
Message-ID: <001001c3cef2$e4bcece0$ecf7490c@rnr99>

I'm resurrecting an old DX-20, and it's going well.  Soon I'll be needing
the rubber feet that go in the quarter-inch holes in the bottom of the
cabinet. I looked in the past two years of archives, but couldn't find any
references, so I'll put the question to the List:  Does anyone know where I
can get these?  Thanks & 73.  ed - k9ew


From gzook@yahoo.com  Tue Dec 30 17:48:57 2003
From: gzook@yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Tue, 30 Dec 2003 09:48:57 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Heathkit] DX-20 FEET
In-Reply-To: <001001c3cef2$e4bcece0$ecf7490c@rnr99>
Message-ID: <20031230174857.11181.qmail@web40206.mail.yahoo.com>

I buy them from Mouser at about $3 per 100.  In single
quantities they are a "bit" more plus about $3 in
shipping charges.

Give me your address and I'll send you four.

Glen, K9STH


--- Ed Worst <edworst@att.net> wrote:

Soon I'll be needing the rubber feet that go in the
quarter-inch holes in the bottom of the cabinet.

=====
Glen, K9STH

Web sites

http://home.comcast.net/~k9sth
http://home.comcast.net/~zcomco

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From ddswl@centurytel.net  Wed Dec 31 04:38:41 2003
From: ddswl@centurytel.net (Doug)
Date: Tue, 30 Dec 2003 20:38:41 -0800
Subject: [Heathkit] FS;Heath SB610
Message-ID: <000701c3cf57$f8e3f820$808cfea9@deweese>

Heathkit SB610 scope, has trace and manual. This unit is VERY dirty and need
to be cleaned inside and out. It is not beat up, just dirty. Is all
original. A good project! $65 plus $15 shipping conus. If you are
interested, please e-mail me direct. Many Tnx!    Doug  ddswl@centurytel.net