[TenTec] WTB Hercules II

Thu, 26 Jun 2003 05:15:02 -0700

I have a brand new, never used Hercules II (export model, with factory
10-Meters)  with the matching supply. I had intended to use it with my
Omni VI+ and 253 automatic tuner, but then I wound up getting a barely
used Alpha 87A amp at about 1/2 of new price just before the Hercules II
arrived.  

If I had a good offer to cover what I have into my Hercules II, I'd
probably let it go. I just don't need it since I have the Alpha with its
full QSK and full legal limit power. I have the rack mount box and 19"
mounting panels for the three TenTecs and had planned to make the
"all-in-one-box station", but just never got around to it. Since I may
be moving, I probably will get rid of some of this nice to have but
never used gear.

Larry Johnson K7LJ
[email protected]

Greg Hodsdon wrote:
> 
> Osten:
> Good luck on your quest for a Hercules II.  I am sure you will enjoy
> the amplifier.
> 
> The Hercules II has been absolutely trouble free in the 13 plus years
> of constant use in my shack.  It's seen use with the Corsair I (the C-II
> will not auto bandswitch the amp), Paragon, Omni VI+, Pegasus (auto
> bandswitch with N4PY software) and now the Orion.  Unless the
> Hercules has been heavily abused there should not be a need for
> replacement finals or vacuum relays.  There is no reason to believe
> that a well cared for Hercules II won't give many more years of service.
> 
> I'm now waiting for TT to come out with the Hercules III to match the
> Orion!
> 
> Greg Hodsdon
> Portland, OR
> [email protected]
> http://www.qsl.net/k7kj
> ----- Original Message -----
> 
> From: "David Drake"
> > Hope you find one and you like it.  I was hot for one until I found out the
> > potential repair costs.  Ten Tec service will work on them and has parts
> > availability for all components.  The rub comes when you need final
> > transistors or heaven forbid a new relay or two.  The finals can only be
> > replace in pairs and the parts are $75 each.  I believe there are 8 of them,
> > but not sure.  Then the biggie.  The relays are vaccum type and are $250
> > each just for the part, not including the labor.  If you want a matching
> > unit and find one that is truly perfect, I'm sure you will get years of
> > enjoyment, but a used and matching centurian is a more reliable option, but
> > likely more money.  Also I understand there are some parts problems with the
> > older Titans.  I have no data points on the Titan II or III.  I  also heard
> > that if the Hercules I dies, will really cost you.  Another ham tells me
> > that they will not work on one at the TT factory anymore.  Parts is the
> > issue.
> >
> > On a positve note for the Hercules II, automatic bandswitching with the Omni
> > V/VI series TT tranceivers would be a nice feature to have, so there you
> > are!  Always some tradeoffs out there!
> >
> > Good Luck,
> >
> > David Drake, WD9CMD
> 
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Osten B Magnusson"
> > Subject: [TenTec] WTB
> > >
> > > Dear friends!
> > >
> > > Looking for a Hercules II in perfect condition. No need for powersupply.
> > >
> > > 73/DX de Osten SM5DQC        [email protected]
> > >
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