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  1. Fernleaf
    How is this id done on a diy repeater, such as the linked KG-1000Gs?
  2. Fernleaf
    So, is there an issue with operating a repeater that KAF6045 shows is a problem? I was talking with the head of my GMRS group to put up a repeater of my own. But he didn’t seem to think there were any problems doing so. It is operated under the license of the operator without any further legal ramifications as this individual indicated.
  3. Fernleaf
    Thus the reason for asking. Im wondering if GMRS has any official share in community efforts, other than CERT, which is city based.
  4. Fernleaf
    Thank you. I’ve gotten into GMRS about a year ago and really enjoy it. I’m signed up with hamstudy.org which is free. And really good. It’s more a matter of time to study, and remembering/understanding all the techie side. Math is definitely NOT my strong suit! ?
  5. Fernleaf
    Does anyone know if either ARES (usually covered by Amateur Radio) or Skywarn has openings for GMRS users to participate? I wanted to get into HAM, but the test questions and higher equipment costs keep turning me off to the hobby. It would be nice to be able to use the GMRS side for more than just connecting with friends and family. Something more community based. No CERT here in the country.
  6. Fernleaf
    Great information! I’ll keep it handy for future reference. Meantime, buytwowayradio responded and had the exact part I needed. They are a great company. Never thought about asking them for parts. Now I know!
  7. Fernleaf
    Thank you. I’ll check out the auto parts store again.
  8. Fernleaf
    Thank you! I contacted them to see if they either had something that would work or steer me in the right direction. Also sent an email t buytwowayradio.com where I’d purchased the radios to see if they could give me a lead as well. Thank you for the inspiration to look further!
  9. Fernleaf
    Yup. That worked. I don’t like it off, so I’ll have to figure out a different way of securing the connection. Thank you for the quick reply!! BTW, do you have a video on the new repeater setup? I heard you talk about a different setup than the two KG-1000G system, but didn’t see any more info on the one you are now using.
  10. Fernleaf
    I’m looking for a company or companies that sell replacement or other required parts for new and used radios. I’ve got a fuse casing and fuse plus wire and c connector to replace on a Wouxan mobile. Other than trying to track down an auto radio parts store, I’d like to find an actual radio parts warehouse or two to purchase quality,affordable parts that I know are specifically designed for GMRS and Ham radios.
  11. Fernleaf
    Thank you for the info. I actually ended up with three KG-1000G anyway, so I was going to repurpose two of them for a private repeater. Need to replace the fuse and wire for the hot end, though. It got accidentally crossed with the black and blew the fuse when removing from the car a while back. Anyone know of a company that supplies those smaller radio parts?
  12. Fernleaf
    Heyo! I was able to find your group on Zello, but cloudfire refuses to let me have access to your site. It sends “Access Denied, error coe 1020. Send the following to the site owner: 73f6d855a8677c65. Yes, I’m on a VPN, but it’s bouncing out of the US - even tried from California. No dice.
  13. Fernleaf
    He does. And I would do the same if I decided to open one up for the community. But for personal use, it should be fine. Probably not the range I’d like, but a good gateway to a bigger project down the road. I’l take a look at his feedback as well. Didn’t see anything on his channel other than the setup worked. Others didn’t like it. Something to look at for sue. Thank you!
  14. Fernleaf
    Right there with you on the belly laughs!!! Unfortunately, I’m in Bristow outside the repeater area. But I might check in with you when I’m up in Tulsa. Are you on a repeater up there? Or monitor on specific channels? I’m hoping to get a small repeater up for private/emergency use this year, via OffRoaderX concept of two KG-1000G radios. If there is traffic in the area (which is pretty dead right now), maybe look into handling a more public version down the road. Just dipping my pinky toe into the water.
  15. Fernleaf
    Thank you! I might tune in and check out your group as well.
  16. Fernleaf
    Yup. I get it. My other group is on FB as well, but accommodated participants who weren’t signed up to the FB group. Even so, my old group gave contact information so someone could find out how to join via email. The OK website has absolutely zero contact info except through their FB account. Plus I think I’m outside their repeater range, so Zello would be an only option unless I’m in town. No info on that, either. Bit frustrating when everything is tied up behind an unreliable firewall like Facebook. Otherwise, I still can join my old group’s net through the internet. NGGMRS.org also has capacity to listen activity livestream. Maybe I’m just spoiled. ?
  17. Fernleaf
    Thank you for the reply. Not all of us are on Facebook or have a desire to join. Is there a website or contact instead for the Oklahoma group?
  18. Fernleaf
    I came from the largest linked network group (NGGMRS) to a ghost town in the middle of the country. Can’t even get anyone from the only existing GMRS club in the western portion of the state to respond. No CERT or REACT groups, either. Arkansas is pretty active, but not much in the Midwest. I’d have thought that it would be a growing interest in tornado country. Hardly any HAM, either. Anyone alive in Tulsa, OK area?
  19. Fernleaf
    Much appreciated! BTW, subscriber and big fan of yours. Being in a radio desert in my new hone state, I’ll probably follow your advice and set up a repeater in my area soon. Thanks again for the heat advisory!! Ill pop it back in the car and not worry about it.
  20. Fernleaf
    I have a trusty Wouxun KG-1000G usually mounted in my vehicle. But we moved to a much hotter location than before, so I took it out to keep it from getting ruined. Is there a way to keep a mobile cooler in the car when temps reach easily over 103 degrees daily in summer? I don’t want it to fry....
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