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	What was it like to set up operate a Ham Radio Novice station in the 1960's and 70's? What was it like to set up operate a Ham Radio Novice station in the 1960's and 70's?...  READ MORE	stonebs 04/26/2021	DX-60 Modifications
	2020 AM Get Together w/N6TLU KI8BQ (Gary) does it again! A super gathering of friends, vintage radio gear, plus great food. Although attendance was down, we still had a great time. Many new faces, fellowship, sales of good old equipment. Keeping the hobby alive. If you would like to attend next year, see: http://ki8bq.tripod.com Event is held the last Saturday of July. This gathering has taken place for 18 years! Best Hamfest...  READ MORE	stonebs 08/01/2020	Net Checkin Videos
	W8TOW Operating AM Hallicrafters Super Skyrider In Action Quick video of Steve's (W8TOW) shack in operation....  READ MORE	stonebs 04/26/2020	Net Checkin Videos
	2019 AM Get Together w/N6TLU Sturgis, Michigan Terry, N6TLU, once again has produced a video of the annual AM meet in Sturgis, Michigan.  This swap meet is hosted by KI8BQ, Gary, and his gorgeous QTH just north of the Indiana line....  READ MORE	stonebs 07/29/2019	Net Checkin Videos
	DX-60 PTT Mod Pt. 2 Including Monologue Switch Part 2 of the Heathkit K1 PTT relay system. I have added a few features, simplified the installation, plus updated the documentation. Yes a growing project. For this presentation I acquired a 1 owner DX-60B tube transmitter. Kenn (W1KMH) entrusted me with his prize piece. He and I coordinated our thoughts for the ultimate PTT modification. I have kits ready for sale. Many new models are being deve...  READ MORE	stonebs 03/30/2019	DX-60 Modifications
	DX-60 PTT Modification Another great one from Terry, N6TLU This video demonstrates installation of the D-lab K1 PTT module into a Heathkit DX-60B. Many of these radios are still in use. Most have stressed/bad operate switches from years of operation. Unfortunately the replacement switch is nearly impossible to locate, so Hams rely on parts machines to keep their rig going. The K1 PTT module eliminates wear via a relay to control key up of the transmitter....  READ MORE	stonebs 03/24/2019	DX-60 Modifications
	HW-16 Capacitor Replacement Terry, N6TLU (This radio now belongs to Brad, NB9M.  Thanks Terry!)A very sought after vintage transceiver. Heathkit produced these for Novice operators. A full break-in transceiver, approx 50 watts output. I had one as a kid, no license, but always dreamed of putting it on the air. Now I have another. It needs some TLC, however I knew it would be worth the efforts. Yes, got it working, and what a fun lit...  READ MORE	stonebs 03/04/2019	DX-60 Modifications
	February 2019 DX-60 Check-ins N6TLU, Terry, features our net once again on his YouTube D-Lab Electronics channel. Here is the N8ECR memorial DX-60 net. Net control now is W8TOW (Steve) He does a super job keeping the tradition alive. Lots of great antiques radios utilized. Experience the monstrous sound of plate modulation. I was using a super nice National NC-300 to monitor the net. Yes, a vintage hobby, however once you try it, I guarantee you will be hooked. A gathering of experienced Ham's spreading t...  READ MORE	stonebs 03/03/2019	Net Checkin Videos
	W8KHZ Check in with Mike at the Mic.... ...  READ MORE	W8TOW 12/09/2018	Net Checkin Videos
	Heathkit DX-60A Restoration by N9IZ Here's my vintage Heathkit DX-60A on the workbench. It's very clean and in good shape for it's age. After replacing a couple resistors in the HV power supply it seems to be making pretty good output power. - Jeff, N9IZ...  READ MORE	stonebs 12/08/2018	DX-60 Modifications