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    Yaesu HT not working with repeaters

    See if this gets you up and running: https://noji.com/hamradio/prog/Yaesu-VX-7R-Programming-Guide.pdf
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    Effective - But Not Efficient - Knot for Slippery Synthetic Line

    Have used a double or triple fishermans' for so many years climbing, I use it most of the time I join two ropes together. Easy to tie and have never had a rope fail at the knot. The only downside is that they can be tough to untie after being heavily loaded.
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    PULLMAN SEATS,, remember these

    Simple and functional... maybe society will return there one day.
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    New Storage Solution (Prototype) and Lithium Dual Battery System - 5G 4Runner - Thoughts?

    Cool design for the box. I like it.
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    Help: Carli/Deaver Rear Springs 06 Ram

    Have you contacted Carli directly, or is this all through your "trusted advisor" or distributor?
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    285/70R17 or similar "33 inch" pure winter tire

    General Grabber A/TX is available in that size. I run them studded on a couple of trucks during the winter and they are excellent performers and wear well.
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    GMRS Antenna Wire Length and Position Question

    Check out the Comet Deluxe mobile assemblies, such as the CK-3NMO Deluxe (there are other lengths and connectors available in the line, as well). They splice a short section of 1.5D-QEFV, which is very similar to RG-174, onto 3.5D-QEFV, which is a lower-loss cable than RG-58 but handles...
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    GMRS Antenna Wire Length and Position Question

    He's just breaking down the losses on high-loss cable like RG-174 to show how much power the antenna is actually seeing. By using a lower-loss cable, you will more efficiently and effectively utilize the power that your transmitter/transceiver is capable of.
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    GMRS Antenna Wire Length and Position Question

    Agreed. My typo; good catch.
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    GMRS Antenna Wire Length and Position Question

    No issue with the extra wire coiled up, in general. I generally just cut to length and re-solder the connector where it's needed.. Putting a Ferrite (Toroid) around the loop can help suppress RF. Mix 61 is good.
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    One ton truck Suspension modifications for camper

    Having been through a few ¾- and 1-ton rigs of varying weight, I will say that quality shocks should be number one on your list. Kings from Carli or Thuren is a good direction. It doesn't sound like you are over-loading your spring pack, but it's tough to say without driving your rig the way you...
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    2016 Tacoma Build and Shenanigans

    Nice build. The FWC will feel tiny compared to the habitat. They are heavier than listed, and feel smaller inside than the bed. I wouldn't consider a tacoma-sized FWC for more than two people. It's hard to grasp at the moment, but your kid is going to get bigger and bigger and require more...
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    Ram 3500 dual band ICOM 208H install

    Nice job. Looks good.
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    winter tires when I live where it snows a lot but also plan to go to the desert?

    I live in the mountains where it snows a lot, and my primary travel destinations are desert areas. The best "all around" tire I have run is the Falken Widlpeak AT3. No AT tire will be as good as a dedicated winter tire. The Wildpeaks are definitely better than KO2s, which are terrible, and...
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    2014 GMC Sierra Crew Cab Roof Rack

    KC Hilites makes one.
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