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There is no formal process other than obtaining a GMRS Lic. Follow the FCC rules and have fun, There are several communities where repeaters coehiist on the same channels, And tell the guy asking you "why you want to have a repeater" to pound sand into he Grand Canyon..

I did too,, back in 8th grade.. We used to steal the stuff from Science Class and toss it down the hallway..

If you had read the fcc gmrs rules that you swore you understood before you paid your fees you would not have to ask this question. I guess the baby sitter that posted the link to the rules was right. Well not really since you still didn’t bother reading them. NO! THE FCC DORSNT CARE IF YOU PUT UP A REPEATER. So you listen on all simplex repeater out outs 15-22. You check sites like this. Then you select an unused pair and turn on the repeater. The real question is do you need a repeater? Why do you want it? Do you and your friends do stuff in the area that simplex doesn’t work? Farm, off road area, hiking park race track ect….. can you get the antenna up high enough to matter? Most, like 99% of people don’t need a repeater. What’s the benifit? Or are you just trying to chat with strangers men on the air waves.

Totally agree with that.

that would depend.. If he doesn't have a choice i.e. a single user hogging all the ch's.. Go for it!

Actually there ARE still 46/49 Cordless phones still in use, so Not true.

Hey brother we got the same mat!!

Yep, we know that.

Thank you !! We'll find a way to make it work !

There is no coordination through the FCC. Self-coordination is the typical method. If you're already thinking about installing your own 20 watt repeater, have you determined that there are no other repeaters in your area that offer you the coverage you need? If so, you should have a pretty good idea already of what pairs may be available in your area. There's a pretty long thread on the site that goes over many of the issues of standing up your own repeater. https://forums.mygmrs.com/topic/1402-you-just-got-your-gmrs-license-now-you-want-your-own-repeater/

I am thinking about installing a 20W repeater. Is there a process as to coordination with nearby repeaters or getting FCC permission. How to select a frequency pair? Thanks for the help. Dan WSHM507

But you would be a real dickenzian for doing so...

Actually Steve, no I wasn't kidding. I do it, because it works. But I do see your point.

just remember, NOTHING is private.. so for communicating with the wife... be careful, anyone can look up your call sign and get the address.. and know when yo get to work and when your returning. And whats on the stove..

I signed up for a yearly premium access. Logged out and logged back in a while later. I see no sign of how to create my Club. Does it take time after upgrading your membership for this feature to show up? Thanks in advance for any information on this. Thank You SHTF Radio Networks

well, its real easy to print a copy of your GMRS card on the back of your insurance paper. I haven,t but reading this thread I might

Speaking of Del Webb, I was always impressed with the commercial buildings his company built. They put brass plaques on them with things like the architect and project manager's names. They took pride in what they built. Sadly today most builders put up buildings that barely meet code and begin to fail as soon as the last nail is driven.

I stand correct

Tensile strength.

yup, you are 100% correct.

Hmm, it appears that rules do not prohibit me from putting up a repeater on the same frequency and tone that is within an ear shot of another repeater that requires permission to use as long as I don't interfere with an ongoing communication with that repeater because I can use any freq and tone I want and that other repeater owner can only whine and snivel all he wants.

You're fired again. Waste belongs in the drain. Elon Musk would have a hay day with your silly

You did good and really had your brain cells cooking, Son. But I use company vehicles and don't have to worry about all those things you mention, it's on their dime. It's totally and utterly foolish and breaks every terrestrial and celestial boundary of human stupidity to NOT use the creative part of your brain.

I would like to drive your car for a road trip next month. Make sure its full of gas, has the oil changed, 4 new tires, a/c is freshly recharged. When i return it with two flat tires, the transmission slipping,dents and scratches all over it, busted tail lights and 5 parking tickets in the glove box dont be upset because It's totally and utterly foolish and breaks every terrestrial and celestial boundary of human stupidity to pay drive my own car on a road trip Do all GMRS operators lack creativity and self awareness?

you are talking about 'stencil' strenght and fiberglass and carbon fiber far exceeds that of steel. Many studies out there,, Google it!.. Pretty much the reason they use Fiberglass to manufacture boats, which have no issues with flexing and or cracking. Using steel would require greater thickness to achieve the same strength resulting in greater weight.. Steel works great in conditions needing high compression strength, stiffness and heat resistance.