[ICOM] Fw: IC2KL Bias supply

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Thankyou to all who answered my yeasu question.
it is appreciated.
I am now armed with some valued knowledge.
73 & 88's,
De John
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> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "W. David Paperman" <wpaper at ev1.net>
> To: "ICOM Reflector" <icom at mailman.qth.net>
> Sent: Sunday, January 08, 2006 11:45 AM
> Subject: Re: [ICOM] IC2KL Bias supply
>
>
> > Hi, Adam;
> >
> > No, I have no experience with Yaesu equipment other than the FT 101
> > series and the FL amplifiers. The amplifier I was referring to was the
> > SG-500. It is not as forgiving (well protected) as the IC2KL but is
> > quite rugged and, above all, very easy to service.
> >
> > After several unacceptable experiences with both Yaesu and Kenwood I
> > settled in with Icom, in great part due to the superb service support.
> >
> > I limit the time I have available for service work on Icom products
> > (primarily supporting a local dealer and overseas clients),
> > "boatanchors" and rebuilding TelRex rotators (I have small machine
> > shop). After all, I was told when I retired that all I am supposed to do
> > is chase DX, contest, and maintain my "estate", Ant-Hill. Obviously not
> > the case!
> >
> > My IC2KL is also on its' 4th exciter. I started with an IC 720, then IC-
> > 740, a 756 and now a 756 Pro II. If the gods smile on me I will
> > eventually go to the Pro III. The 7800 is great but all my gear,
> > excepting the amplifiers and tower rotators, are powered by two large
> > battery banks. Unfortunately, the 7800 is not "battery friendly".
> >
> > Be well;
> >
> > Dave, W5WP
> >
> > Adam Farson wrote:
> >
> > > Hi Dave,
> > >
> > > Is your Brand 'X' a Yaesu Quadra perchance?
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