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Ham Radio History |
"Every Single Minute"
1959 film about Ham Radio Emergency Communications Telling the story of how hams (then and now) provide critical communications during emergencies of all kinds. This was made by the Philmont Mobile Radio Club during the peak of ham radio HF mobile o... READ MORE |
W9RAN 02/51/2022 |
Ham Radio History |
Ham Radio History |
"This is Your FCC"
1963 film showcasing our Friendly Cousin Charlie No matter how carefully we managed our transmitters we all lived with a certain fear that one day that black government sedan with a rotating antenna on the roof would stop on OUR street! But who w... READ MORE |
W9RAN 02/51/2022 |
Ham Radio History |
Events |
Sturgis 2021
Thanks to Gary, KI8BQ - August 1, 2021Guided tour of the 2021 AM Get together (AMGT) annual event, shared with friends & family. Due to medical issues, Gary KI8BQ stated this will be the last. 19 years in the making,... READ MORE |
stonebs 08/213/2021 |
Events |
DX-60 Modifications |
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 04/116/2021 |
DX-60 Modifications |
Net Checkin Videos |
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 ... READ MORE |
stonebs 08/214/2020 |
Net Checkin Videos |
Net Checkin Videos |
W8TOW Operating AM
Hallicrafters Super Skyrider In Action Quick video of Steve's (W8TOW) shack in operation. ... READ MORE |
stonebs 04/117/2020 |
Net Checkin Videos |
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 07/210/2019 |
Net Checkin Videos |
DX-60 Modifications |
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 owne... READ MORE |
stonebs 03/89/2019 |
DX-60 Modifications |
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. Unfort... READ MORE |
stonebs 03/83/2019 |
DX-60 Modifications |
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.... READ MORE |
stonebs 03/63/2019 |
DX-60 Modifications |
Net Checkin Videos |
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 plat... READ MORE |
stonebs 03/62/2019 |
Net Checkin Videos |
Net Checkin Videos |
W8KHZ Check in with Mike at the Mic....
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W8TOW 12/343/2018 |
Net Checkin Videos |
DX-60 Modifications |
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... READ MORE |
stonebs 12/342/2018 |
DX-60 Modifications |
Net Checkin Videos |
DX-60 Net With Mike, N8ECR
Sunday 11/10/2013 as heard at the QTH of KB8MTZ on a Zenith Royal 97 portable (battery power) -Radioal1610... READ MORE |
stonebs 12/341/2018 |
Net Checkin Videos |
Net Checkin Videos |
Ham Radio DX-60 Net Tube Receiver Transmitter
80 meter QSO Check-In Mike N8ECR (net control) at the helm of the DX-60 Net. The band was a little weak, but I got in there. 73 de N6TLU... READ MORE |
stonebs 12/341/2018 |
Net Checkin Videos |
Net Checkin Videos |
Heathkit DX60 Transmitter Ham Radio AM Net Check-In
Vintage Gear on 80 meters Today the band was in great condition. Many check ins to the DX-60 net. Good to hear the vintage transmitters. - Terry, N6TLU... READ MORE |
stonebs 12/341/2018 |
Net Checkin Videos |