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I just looked at the RepeaterBook app on my phone (iOS) and there is a filter setting for IRLP stations. Dan

Technically (legally), yes. Dan

Bent, a possible topic for a future Net if appropriate - I'd like to know how to connect to a Net on Echolink using a radio/RF connection? Thanks, Dan

Don't worry, the Rubicon still has plenty of nasty surprises to dent all parts of your rig!

I like the FT-70D and especially like being able to experiment with digital communications. It’s a nice solid compact radio. On the less favorable side, the controls are limited to a single multi-function knob and mode buttons - which I guess is to be expected given the price point. I use it...

I know they're not as cheap as a Boafeng, but I picked up a Yaesu FT-70D from Gigaparts for $139. And you get the benefit of being able to experiment with digital comms too. Dan

Bypass, or not, the Rubicon is a serious trail with serious obstacles. We did it in a Jeep JKU HR with the Jeepers Jamboree group and have the dented skid plates, door nick and rubbed fenders to prove it. The first section out of Georgetown is relatively easy, but it gets serious quickly. Coming...

I attached my remote speaker to the center cross bar. It doesn't block the rear view mirror and is easily heard, especially in a soft top.

Mounted my D710G under the passenger seat with a MIC extension and external speaker. IMO, it’s the only real option. FWIW, I mounted it under the passenger seat since I intend to mount a storage box under the drier seat, eventually. Dan

@brien Doh! I didn’t even think of using the mic!!! Lots to learn! Thanks, Dan

@brien Got your APRS message!!! I tried to reply, but not sure it got through/sent - the message interface isn’t the most straight forward UI, and creating/entering a message using the dial is tedious at best. I need to look into your comment that an external keyboard can be connected to the...

@brien Yes, it's on. I'll be leaving shortly so I'll check it. Thanks! Do you have a WINS system link near you? I have one locally and it's very active and I hear stations coming out of Arizona on a regular basis. Dan

@brien That's very cool!

@brien Not to be a creepy stalker, but I do see you showing up on APRS.fi . Very cool! :^) I have to update my beacon message . Dan

Sounds like a nice plan, but way more ambitious than I'm able to pull off - living in a condo and working in building garage seriously limits my creativity to bolt-on and plug-n-play :^) As a side note, it was incredibly convenient to be able to plug a soldering iron into the 110v outlet that...

Feedback / Tips from my recent experience installing a 710G in my Jeep: 1. Depending on where you plan on installing the base unit, you may need an extension cable between the MIC and base. In Kenwood's strange wisdom, they provide a fairly long cable to connect the control head to the base...

I 2nd a vote for the Kenwood TM-D710G. I just installed one in my Jeep and the capabilities are overwhelming - although configuring for APRS beacons is reasonably straight forward, but getting deeper into the features list and capabilities will take awhile. Dan

New Tech class license holders: KM6YSO - Dan KM6YSP - Elaine Hope to join tomorrow’s Net!

I second the comments and also thank Pat @Commander Overlander for organizing the ham cram session and the excellent job and hosting by the SARA club! And while it was a grueling day of study, my wife and I are glad we did it and thrilled to have passed the test and can’t wait to get our Tech...

Thank you, Ryan, for organizing the Rally event!! It was great to meet everyone and look forward to the next one. Dan and Elaine