Ham Equip Wanted

[bro of bro of 3 & 3hummer]

Looking for used inexpensive Ham Equip to use in the H1. Anybody Have anything they want to sell. Thanks, Mike

 

[Paladine71]

Ironically, I just started taking HAM classes today, so I'll be tested and online by mid March. Looking forward to it.

 

[DJinCO]

Are you looking for something like a 2M VHF/UHF mobile or are you going all bands HF?

My dream is a nice FT-897 or a FT-857...

 

[W@RPIG]

What exactly is this HAM classes?

 

[Paladine71]

Amateur radio classes. Here is a great source link: http://www.hamwhisperer.com/p/ham-courses.html

 

[cgalpha08]

Ham is otherwise known as amateur radio. It transmits far greater distances than a cb. You need a license for it as well. Thats about all I know, i would like to get certified at some point too.

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[W@RPIG]

Hmm might consider this ive taken ALOT of UHF/VHF schools and HF military radio classes might consider taking these classes sometime in the near future

 

[3Hummers]

Mike, Yaesu and several others make great handhelds for moderate prices. I think my FT60 handheld was about $140.00 and has great range. Ham Radio Outlet has a huge selection and are very helpful. They have stores around the country including one here in Orange County.

 

[3Hummers]

Hmm might consider this ive taken ALOT of UHF/VHF schools and HF military radio classes might consider taking these classes sometime in the near future

Parts of the tests are about civilian uses but with your background you could likely just take the technician test and pass, possibly the next two levels also.

 

[bro of bro of 3 & 3hummer]

Thanks everybody. I'll check out the site David.

 

[Sircode13]

Ham is otherwise known as amateur radio. It transmits far greater distances than a cb. You need a license for it as well. Thats about all I know, i would like to get certified at some point too.

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You needed a license at one time for a CB or Citizens Band radio too. That was when you could still talk on them without some illegal stepping all over everyone in Spanish. Sorry had to vent that. We used to use CB's before there were cell phones to phone home and say we might be late for dinner.

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[h2005]

Ham radio unfortunately is not inexpensive

 

[DJinCO]

I have a VX-8R in my H3. It fit's nicely in the pocket just forward of the gear shifter. The drawback is that it's only 5W. I mounted my antenna on the driver's side back door lip. I tried several different locations; hood, rear back door, rear bumper - the best location (so far) is the the driver's side back door, with a folding antenna. I have whacked the antenna a couple of times (forgot that it was up) by going into the garage. Ooops, but it survives very well. Also the folder is nice on the trails because the antenna can get whacked by tree limbs. It does still work in the folded position, admittedly, not very well, but if you are talking to the truck 50 yards away, it does work!

 

[LagunaH1]

Mike, I'd suggest you also look at a Yaesu FT-8800. It's a really good radio with just about everything you need and nothing you don't. -It does FM on VHF and UHF. If you do end up getting one of these then please let me know, I can bring the programming software and cable with me to Moab and get you set up if you'd like.

Another great website that can help you prepare for the test is www.hamtestonline.com. -I used this web site to study and practice the exams for all 3 classes. This website will quiz you on the topics they use in the real test, and keep track of where your knowledge is weak and then focus on those areas until you improve.

Finally, I'd very much agree with David that Ham Radio Outlet is a good place to get gear. I know the folks in the Anaheim store and they are all passionate HAMs who like to help. I'm sure stores in other parts of the country are similar.