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Originally Posted by CreeperSleeper
I would like some more info on the Motorola's. Do you have to modify them for 2m? Sorry, I haven't even tried to look into that aspect!
What is the durability of a Vx150 or VX170? I really don't think I will need a HT that's more than a 2m radio. It would be nice for the moble, but I think that will be around Christmas time! I have a couple of events to run that will require me to be out of my rig, so a HT makes more sence at the moment...
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I'd shy away from any radio that needs to be programmed by a shop. There are plenty of inexpensive choices out there that you can program with your own PC.
Most HT's are pretty durable, in fact most HAM radios are pretty durable. I think you need to take a look at a couple of radios first hand. The average HAM radio will more than stand up to anything you are likely to throw at it. These units are not built like the consumer radio you probably already have in your rig, they are built for rugged use.