On a GMRS V1 can the channels 31 and above be used for Repeator channels

[Mikeam]

So as a newbie I have a question on the addition of repeater channels. Going across my state of WA or anywhere actually where a repeater channel is say 70 miles from another repeater with the same frequency say 462.6250 but with a different tone can I use say channel 35 for one of the repeators so I do not have to pull over and reprogram my GMRS V1? I hope this makes sense. Thanks Mike WRFF390

[berkinet]

Someone with more recent experience can correct me... However, I believe the GMRS V1, at least the early versions, only provides 8 repeater capable "channels" (actually memory locations). So, you could program the same frequency into 2 of those locations, each one with a different PL. Then you would just switch "channels" as you traveled.

[Mikeam]

Thanks that makes sense to me, I looked up the specs on my hand held and future mobile unit and it seems you are right. Mike

[Mikeam]

Here is what I found from channel 31 up you can program everything but the duplex function and that will not save in Chirp so that is how they blocked using those channels for repeator use. So they reallly are listen in only. Thanks mike