Roadtrekker
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For what you are looking for, I like the Midland GXT 1000’s. They are GMRS radios, but only because of the power output. The antennas are not removable, so one thing less for kids to play with. Not repeater capable which makes the radios less complicated.
I have two. The power output on mine is 3.8 watts using the supplied rechargeable batteries, which you and I both don’t like. These batteries are the equivalent of 3 AA batteries. However, you can use alkaline batteries without buying an adapter. When you remove the rechargeable battery pack , you will see receptacles for 4 AA alkaline. This increase in batteries gives my radios a power boost: one to 4.8 watts and the other to 5.1 watts.
At about $90 for two, I think you might like them.
By the way, I have been a ham for over 40 years, but a GMRS op for only just over 1 year. So, although I know radios really well, GMRS is fairly new to me and I can’t comment on other radios for you.
welcome to the clus!
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Something I thought of after my post: I would NOT recommend using channels 15 through 22 for a travel channel. If there became much roady traffic, it might interfere with repeaters.
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I am fairly new to GMRS. I came to it while looking for a road travel channel while traveling mostly alone in my RV. I first tried CB — only 2 useful communications in 8 years; then ham (2m & 70 cm) — nothing for 6 years.
Doing research on GMRS, found several recommendations for channels. One website for truckers recommends channel 7; another trucker website also recommends channel 7, but with a tone. An RV website recommends channel 20 with or without a tone.
I understand that under the old rules the FCC recommended channel 20 with a tone.
My personal recommendation would be for everyone to use channel 7. Truckers could use a tone if they don’t want to hear non-truckers. If channel 7 get really crowded, us non-truckers could agree to go to another channel.
what do you think?
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Is it possible to access and use the 256 memories on the Wouxun KG-905G without a computer?
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Yesterday, Buy Two Way Radios website froze up for me , so I telephoned a small order in.
After placing the order, I asked about the status of the 905G. The answer was: the tracking number showed expected delivery to them of 5/25. Although Customs sometimes takes a day or two to clear shipments.
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I have had a Vertex 5R for more than 20 years. Even though I have a new spare battery, I am still using the battery that came on the radio new.
When I first got the radio, I wide banded it be desoldering two joints. I can’t remember which ones, but I am sure it can be found on line. I got the info from a Japanese ham
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Yesterday the web site said maybe ship in mid-May
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Ordered mine on 3/24. Still not received. I wonder what would happen if they got a huge bunch of cancellations.
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I can't speak as to the ant Nina placement. As for tuning, you are just for ne where you are. Anything less than 2:1 is good
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Congratulations! This from an old ham who had to pass CW (morse code) at 20 words per minute (took 3 tries). I know some of us old time hams denigrate newer hams who did't have to pass tha code. But I don't think they have looked at the new question pools. To me, they seem much harder than the old exams I took including Advanced (very heavy on the math), Extra, GROL with radar endorsement and GMDSS?
So, once again congratulations. (and when a e you going for Extra?)
73,
Tim
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Not that I know of. It wouldn't hurt to ask.
For instance, the British Indian Ocean Territory has a strict rule that all ham call signs must be 2 by 2, that is VQ9xx. I asked the governor if I could have a call sign matching my US call sign. He very graciously assigned me VQ9H.
I would suggest that you do not register on line using the ULS. Fill out a paper copy of the application, enclose your payment and a very nice polite letter saying why you would like a certain call. This is what worked before the FCC established a formal process for Amateur Vanity Call Signs and is what commercial stations still use.
73,
Tim
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Thanks for the replies.
Yes, I am planning on using a mag mount antenna on my fiberglass roof. I do not wish to drill any holes having in mind resale value. I was thinking of using double sided tape to secure a coated steel ground lane to the roof. Semi-permanent, and no damage to the roof.
What I needed to know was the size of the steel. Six square inches might just work, but I thought no I will go a bit larger. Just measured the area available for the antenna and found it to be 8 1/2 inches by 22 inches, so I will be looking for a piece of steel about 8 inches square.
Thanks again for all your input.
73,
Tim
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P.S. The only info I have found is:
1. 6 inches. Huh? A 6 inch counterspoise? 6 square inches?
2. The same radius as the antenna' s height. This seems to make sense, but would not be feasible on my roof.
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How large and what shape should a groundplane be the n a fiberglass roof? I will be using the stock Midland MXT275 antenna.
73,
Tim
nh0h / WRKX428
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Thank you for your input. I have CB, but only got one traffic report in 2 years.. Also use 2 meters which was slightly more useful-- about 6 reports in about 5 years. I was hopeing for something more useful.
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Just got my GMRS license and waiting for new radios to arrive.
The reason I am writing is that I want to install the radio in my RV; the primary usage will be for traffic info, etc., while traveling.
My question is which channels should I monitor while on the road?
Thank you all for your assistance.
Tim Hayes
WRKX428/NH0H
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Just got my GMRS license and waiting for new radios to arrive.
The reason I am writing is that I want to install the radio in my RV; the primary usage will be for traffic info, etc., while traveling.
My question is which channels should I monitor while on the road?
Thank you all for your assistance.
Tim Hayes
WRKX428/NH0H
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Great idea! I wonder if it is possible considering the programming used