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AFAIK there are no local shops that sell HAM gear. The best prices I've found are at Ham City a lot of guys also use Ham Radio Outlet I would advise you to shop around and figure out what you want then watch E-bay and Craig's List.
I used a HT (Handy Talkie or Hand held) this week end. It works fine. If you go that route you should consider getting an external antenna and mic, they make life easier. On Fordyce I just used the HT rubber duckie antenna the fourty is open enough to get away with that. In you rig the Rubber Duckie might not work that well.
If you go with a mobile the Ft 2800 is a good choice, they go on sale all the time for less than $120.
A friend of mine who has been in HAM for years summed up his opinion on antenna mounts to me two weeks ago, "Drill a hole." If I had a roof on the 40 I'd follow his advice.   would freak if I tried that with the 100.
I really liked the Larsen antenna Andy had on his 40. It is very robust, he was whacking trees and rocks with it all weekend with no visible damage.
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What the large print giveth, the fine print taketh away.
Battle Born Cruisers
1975 FJ40, A couple of thingamajigs and a deally bob, fully integrated whatzits, dash board Hula girl (pending spousal approval.)
1998 pair of Pink Panties, now with a doohicky in the front.
1984 FJ60, Detroits F&R and a gawd awful spring lift.
Rust never sleeps.
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07-19-08, 12:12 PM
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IM A GEEK, BITCHES!!!!!!!!
My wife is gonne be ALL OVER ME cuz there is NOTHING sexier than an OFICIALLY licensed HAM!  
100% to boot!
So now I have to wait for 3 days till my name appears on the database, right?
K
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Sold to a good home. Goodbye old friend!)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS!
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07-19-08, 12:24 PM
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Congrats, Dude--Told ya...
Welcome to the club.
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1971 FJ-40 Rubicon tested, 2F powered, SM420, some mods
1976 FJ40 Rusting slowly in the back yard
1984 FJ-60 H41, Toybox, 4.11, SOA, twin sticks and more
1989 FJ-62 125k-Stock, daily driver
1997 FZJ-80 Driveway queen, with door dent
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07-19-08, 01:24 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chicago
IM A GEEK, BITCHES!!!!!!!!
My wife is gonne be ALL OVER ME cuz there is NOTHING sexier than an OFICIALLY licensed HAM!
100% to boot!
So now I have to wait for 3 days till my name appears on the database, right?
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Congratulations Keith!!! Some of us got our call sign in about a week and I think Jack's was longer...no rhyme or reason to the FCC  .
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07-19-08, 06:02 PM
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Congrats. Told you there was nothing to worry about.
And you are right, chicks dig the geeks. 
Jack
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2002 F350, PSD, 6SPD,4X4,CC, LWB (hauler)
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07-19-08, 06:08 PM
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We'll do the official pocket protector presentation ceremony at the next club meeting. 
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What the large print giveth, the fine print taketh away.
Battle Born Cruisers
1975 FJ40, A couple of thingamajigs and a deally bob, fully integrated whatzits, dash board Hula girl (pending spousal approval.)
1998 pair of Pink Panties, now with a doohicky in the front.
1984 FJ60, Detroits F&R and a gawd awful spring lift.
Rust never sleeps.
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07-19-08, 11:21 PM
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Originally Posted by rusty_tlc
We'll do the official pocket protector presentation ceremony at the next club meeting. |
Thanks fellas!
just went out and got some horn rim glasses and added some tape to them for some flare!
Now I just have to figure out what a good radio for me would be.
I dig around on the sales sites (hamcity etc.), and I dont even know where to begin with that...
When I do get one, Ill probably need a little instruction on how to work it, set it up etc. if anyone is available.
Ill probably have to wait for a bit as I just dropped over a 1000.00 on my front end.  
Thanks for the encouragement, and the props.
It wasnt hard at all, just as you all had mentioned.
K
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Sold to a good home. Goodbye old friend!)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS!
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07-20-08, 10:51 PM
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Congrats; Geek
ken
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07-23-08, 08:25 AM
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Pocket protectors - UNITE
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'97 hers
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07-23-08, 06:01 PM
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Congrats!! It took about a week for my name to appear on the site. I'd start checking tomorrow for your call sign.
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07-23-08, 11:19 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 97kurt
Congrats!! It took about a week for my name to appear on the site. I'd start checking tomorrow for your call sign.
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Thanks!
I actaully checked today with no result.
You just go to ARRL correct? Thats what I did any way and clicked on some link where I typed in my name and address etc.
K
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TLCA#16202, KE7VAT
Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Sold to a good home. Goodbye old friend!)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS!
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07-24-08, 08:31 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chicago
Thanks!
I actaully checked today with no result.
You just go to ARRL correct? Thats what I did any way and clicked on some link where I typed in my name and address etc.
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This is the 'Fishall FCC data base search;
FCC ULS
Enter the name in the format; Last, First
And here you are
KE7VAT
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What the large print giveth, the fine print taketh away.
Battle Born Cruisers
1975 FJ40, A couple of thingamajigs and a deally bob, fully integrated whatzits, dash board Hula girl (pending spousal approval.)
1998 pair of Pink Panties, now with a doohicky in the front.
1984 FJ60, Detroits F&R and a gawd awful spring lift.
Rust never sleeps.
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07-24-08, 01:28 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rusty_tlc
This is the 'Fishall FCC data base search;
FCC ULS
Enter the name in the format; Last, First
And here you are
KE7VAT |
That's funny, Keith is now KE(7)VAT; Kevat.
Ok so maybe it's just me that thinks it is funny. 
Jack
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1996 FZJ 80 (explorer)
2002 F350, PSD, 6SPD,4X4,CC, LWB (hauler)
1995 Mazda MX-6 (speedster)
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07-24-08, 04:02 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by locrwln1
That's funny, Keith is now KE(7)VAT; Kevat.
Ok so maybe it's just me that thinks it is funny.
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No, you're right we got a KEVAT amongst us  
I wouldn't mind if the database didn't publish our home addresses!
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07-24-08, 08:07 PM
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SAAAAHHHWEEEET!
Thanks for hooking me up Rusty!
Now Im OFFICIAL!
Ive gotta remeber that now. OH CRAP!
K
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TLCA#16202, KE7VAT
Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Sold to a good home. Goodbye old friend!)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS!
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07-25-08, 06:57 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chicago
SAAAAHHHWEEEET!
Thanks for hooking me up Rusty!
Now Im OFFICIAL!
Ive gotta remeber that now. OH CRAP!
K |
Put a sticky on your dash, like I do. That way I can remember my call sign and the other guys call signs.
Jack
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1996 FZJ 80 (explorer)
2002 F350, PSD, 6SPD,4X4,CC, LWB (hauler)
1995 Mazda MX-6 (speedster)
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07-25-08, 07:53 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by locrwln1
Put a sticky on your dash, like I do. That way I can remember my call sign and the other guys call signs.
Jack |
I just copied you Jack: Print it out, use clear packing tape to 'laminate' it and then a small spot of velcro to the dash. Easy to update too.
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Modded '99 for overlanding/exploring: 35's, 4.88's, AO drawers, Slee rr, TJM fr, ARB fr locker, ear candy, Waeco CF-50, PowerGate with 2nd battery with custom home brew battery tray, home brew sliders & Slee belly and skid plates, 9.5XP/Masterpull, Solstice LEDs, OEM 864's, Foxes x 4, 12mm BL, Carl's UCAs, LT285/75R18 GY MT/R Kevlar, KK in tow... HAMified
ROTM: http://forum.ih8mud.com/100-series-c...pressomon.html
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07-25-08, 08:30 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by locrwln1
Put a sticky on your dash, like I do. That way I can remember my call sign and the other guys call signs.
Jack |
Quote:
Originally Posted by spressomon
I just copied you Jack: Print it out, use clear packing tape to 'laminate' it and then a small spot of velcro to the dash. Easy to update too.
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I keep saying I'm going to do that and I never remember until I need to call someone. 
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Dan Johnson
What the large print giveth, the fine print taketh away.
Battle Born Cruisers
1975 FJ40, A couple of thingamajigs and a deally bob, fully integrated whatzits, dash board Hula girl (pending spousal approval.)
1998 pair of Pink Panties, now with a doohicky in the front.
1984 FJ60, Detroits F&R and a gawd awful spring lift.
Rust never sleeps.
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Ya Im not that advanced, I usally just say the persons name or
, hey you!...
ken
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Quote:
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I just copied you Jack: Print it out, use clear packing tape to 'laminate' it and then a small spot of velcro to the dash. Easy to update too.
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That's a better idea. I am going to have to copy your copy...
Also, another idea, on the note, put the channel on there as well, ask me why.
Jack
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1996 FZJ 80 (explorer)
2002 F350, PSD, 6SPD,4X4,CC, LWB (hauler)
1995 Mazda MX-6 (speedster)
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07-25-08, 02:36 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by locrwln1
That's funny, Keith is now KE(7)VAT; Kevat.
Ok so maybe it's just me that thinks it is funny.
Jack |
 Whats the connection?
He could have a vanity call sign of KE7ITH
He might have to have a heart to heart with Chuck about it though.
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Dan Johnson
What the large print giveth, the fine print taketh away.
Battle Born Cruisers
1975 FJ40, A couple of thingamajigs and a deally bob, fully integrated whatzits, dash board Hula girl (pending spousal approval.)
1998 pair of Pink Panties, now with a doohicky in the front.
1984 FJ60, Detroits F&R and a gawd awful spring lift.
Rust never sleeps.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rusty_tlc
Whats the connection?
He could have a vanity call sign of KE7ITH
He might have to have a heart to heart with Chuck about it though. |
It just clicked in my pathethic little brain that with the first two letters matching his name, that it looked like a name to me, kind of a nickname so to speak. Like it could be his rapper name...
See, I told you it was only funny to me(and apparently my brother from another mother; Ali)
Jack
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1996 FZJ 80 (explorer)
2002 F350, PSD, 6SPD,4X4,CC, LWB (hauler)
1995 Mazda MX-6 (speedster)
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07-25-08, 08:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by locrwln1
It just clicked in my pathethic little brain that with the first two letters matching his name, that it looked like a name to me, kind of a nickname so to speak. Like it could be his rapper name...
See, I told you it was only funny to me(and apparently my brother from another mother; Ali)
Jack |
NAW,
my STAGE name!
K
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TLCA#16202, KE7VAT
Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Sold to a good home. Goodbye old friend!)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS!
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