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Compact Moxon Module

You may recall reading about my “Contest Module,” used for VHF/UHF contesting and exhibitions. It’s quite large, heavy, and impractical for routine use. So, I built a “compact tower” after being asked to bring a VHF setup to a group … Continue reading

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Orion-Tr Smart 12|12-30 360-Watt DC-DC Charger

Originally shared at StealthGTI.com on December 9, 2021 A car’s alternator is NOT appropriate for charging LiFePo4 batteries. First, it’s output voltage is not quite correct; nor, is it intended to charge two batteries (starter and aux) with differing chemistries … Continue reading

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100-Ah Lithium Iron Phosphate Secondary Battery

Originally shared at StealthGTI.com on December 2, 2021 This year is the first time in many years that I spent a lot of time using my ham radios. As much as I like to drive, operating on the HF bands … Continue reading

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Scorpion SA-680 Black Widow 10-80m Antenna

Originally shared at StealthGTI.com on July 20, 2020 I had a long weekend commute on quiet highways from 2006-2009. Surfing the HF bands was a great way to help the drive pass. I was using a Yaesu ATAS-120A at the … Continue reading

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