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Re: Bayou Jumper

John - KK4ITX
 

NM0S has a 7:1 knob on Ebay for $15 including shipping that may work also, just finer tuning ?


John
KK4ITX 

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On Jan 26, 2021, at 10:01, Johnny AC0BQ <jomatlock@...> wrote:

Gm Tim
No, its a mod, drilling, cutting and fitting with a lot of patience is required!
Johnny AC0BQ


On Tue, Jan 26, 2021 at 8:38 AM Timothy East <Timothyeast@...> wrote:
Is this a straight change out???

Nice tuning knob. 

Tim


On Jan 25, 2021, at 22:02, KI7EIH <kencone@...> wrote:

 Hi Bert,
I’m in the process of building the BJ, and have the AF-1 and EZ Keyer III.  What audio filter do you use?  Can’t wait to put it all together.
.Ken

Ken Cone
K7BXI

On Jan 25, 2021, at 5:58 PM, Robert <e1dslr@...> wrote:

I don't  usually say much on the reflector about just having radio fun, but i have to on this rig. It is just a blast, I worked a station in Maine with my Bayou Jumper and I am still smiling. I am using it with my Elecraft AF-1 as an audio filter, and I modified my EZ Keyer III, changing the BS 170 for an IRF 510 in straight key mode to get a sidetone. I also added a vernier tuning knob that Johnny AC0BQ suggested to me available on Amazon, and wow. listen for me on 120.1 from time to time I will be harvesting akcc numbers as best i can.

72's

Bert
N0YJ
Re: Bayou Jumper

Johnny AC0BQ
 

Gm Tim
No, its a mod, drilling, cutting and fitting with a lot of patience is required!
Johnny AC0BQ


On Tue, Jan 26, 2021 at 8:38 AM Timothy East <Timothyeast@...> wrote:
Is this a straight change out???

Nice tuning knob. 

Tim


On Jan 25, 2021, at 22:02, KI7EIH <kencone@...> wrote:

 Hi Bert,
I’m in the process of building the BJ, and have the AF-1 and EZ Keyer III.  What audio filter do you use?  Can’t wait to put it all together.
.Ken

Ken Cone
K7BXI

On Jan 25, 2021, at 5:58 PM, Robert <e1dslr@...> wrote:

I don't  usually say much on the reflector about just having radio fun, but i have to on this rig. It is just a blast, I worked a station in Maine with my Bayou Jumper and I am still smiling. I am using it with my Elecraft AF-1 as an audio filter, and I modified my EZ Keyer III, changing the BS 170 for an IRF 510 in straight key mode to get a sidetone. I also added a vernier tuning knob that Johnny AC0BQ suggested to me available on Amazon, and wow. listen for me on 120.1 from time to time I will be harvesting akcc numbers as best i can.

72's

Bert
N0YJ
Re: This is the Vernier

Dan Reynolds
 

You know this will sound totally dumb but these are on of my favorite things in ham DIY in the world. Don't get me wrong - I love microcontrollers and all the neat stuff we have (I am a computer geek for a living after all). But there is just something about the mechanical "feel" of a Vernier dial. We need to figure out how to build them into encoders now. LOL.
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Re: Bayou Jumper

Timothy East
 

Is this a straight change out???

Nice tuning knob. 

Tim


On Jan 25, 2021, at 22:02, KI7EIH <kencone@...> wrote:

 Hi Bert,
I’m in the process of building the BJ, and have the AF-1 and EZ Keyer III.  What audio filter do you use?  Can’t wait to put it all together.
.Ken

Ken Cone
K7BXI

On Jan 25, 2021, at 5:58 PM, Robert <e1dslr@...> wrote:

I don't  usually say much on the reflector about just having radio fun, but i have to on this rig. It is just a blast, I worked a station in Maine with my Bayou Jumper and I am still smiling. I am using it with my Elecraft AF-1 as an audio filter, and I modified my EZ Keyer III, changing the BS 170 for an IRF 510 in straight key mode to get a sidetone. I also added a vernier tuning knob that Johnny AC0BQ suggested to me available on Amazon, and wow. listen for me on 120.1 from time to time I will be harvesting akcc numbers as best i can.

72's

Bert
N0YJ
Re: Crystal Spotter Kits update

w9ran
 

Jilly, I just have to say that's a pretty cool callsign you have!   (Check her QRZ page if you don't know why I say that)

73, Bob W9RAN
Re: Bayou Jumper

K7BXI
 

Hi Bert,
I’m in the process of building the BJ, and have the AF-1 and EZ Keyer III.  What audio filter do you use?  Can’t wait to put it all together.
.Ken

Ken Cone
K7BXI

On Jan 25, 2021, at 5:58 PM, Robert <e1dslr@...> wrote:

I don't  usually say much on the reflector about just having radio fun, but i have to on this rig. It is just a blast, I worked a station in Maine with my Bayou Jumper and I am still smiling. I am using it with my Elecraft AF-1 as an audio filter, and I modified my EZ Keyer III, changing the BS 170 for an IRF 510 in straight key mode to get a sidetone. I also added a vernier tuning knob that Johnny AC0BQ suggested to me available on Amazon, and wow. listen for me on 120.1 from time to time I will be harvesting akcc numbers as best i can.

72's

Bert
N0YJ
Re: Crystal Spotter Kits update

Jilly
 

Once you're in the club, you can never leave :D
This is the Vernier

Robert
 

Re: Bayou Jumper

Rick Nelson
 

Thanks very much, Bert. Placed the order.

73,

Rick


On Jan 25, 2021, at 9:38 PM, Johnny AC0BQ <jomatlock@...> wrote:

Here is the link guys.

72
Johnny ACØBQ 

On Mon, Jan 25, 2021 at 8:19 PM Timothy East <Timothyeast@...> wrote:
What vernier knob is this?

Tim


On Jan 25, 2021, at 19:58, Robert <e1dslr@...> wrote:


I don't  usually say much on the reflector about just having radio fun, but i have to on this rig. It is just a blast, I worked a station in Maine with my Bayou Jumper and I am still smiling. I am using it with my Elecraft AF-1 as an audio filter, and I modified my EZ Keyer III, changing the BS 170 for an IRF 510 in straight key mode to get a sidetone. I also added a vernier tuning knob that Johnny AC0BQ suggested to me available on Amazon, and wow. listen for me on 120.1 from time to time I will be harvesting akcc numbers as best i can.

72's

Bert
N0YJ

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Re: Bayou Jumper

Johnny AC0BQ
 

Here is the link guys.

72
Johnny ACØBQ 

On Mon, Jan 25, 2021 at 8:19 PM Timothy East <Timothyeast@...> wrote:
What vernier knob is this?

Tim


On Jan 25, 2021, at 19:58, Robert <e1dslr@...> wrote:


I don't  usually say much on the reflector about just having radio fun, but i have to on this rig. It is just a blast, I worked a station in Maine with my Bayou Jumper and I am still smiling. I am using it with my Elecraft AF-1 as an audio filter, and I modified my EZ Keyer III, changing the BS 170 for an IRF 510 in straight key mode to get a sidetone. I also added a vernier tuning knob that Johnny AC0BQ suggested to me available on Amazon, and wow. listen for me on 120.1 from time to time I will be harvesting akcc numbers as best i can.

72's

Bert
N0YJ

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Re: Bayou Jumper

Timothy East
 

What vernier knob is this?

Tim


On Jan 25, 2021, at 19:58, Robert <e1dslr@...> wrote:


I don't  usually say much on the reflector about just having radio fun, but i have to on this rig. It is just a blast, I worked a station in Maine with my Bayou Jumper and I am still smiling. I am using it with my Elecraft AF-1 as an audio filter, and I modified my EZ Keyer III, changing the BS 170 for an IRF 510 in straight key mode to get a sidetone. I also added a vernier tuning knob that Johnny AC0BQ suggested to me available on Amazon, and wow. listen for me on 120.1 from time to time I will be harvesting akcc numbers as best i can.

72's

Bert
N0YJ
Wednesday Evening 40 and 80 meter Nets - Wed, 01/27/2021 20:00-21:00 #cal-reminder

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Bayou Jumper

Robert
 

I don't  usually say much on the reflector about just having radio fun, but i have to on this rig. It is just a blast, I worked a station in Maine with my Bayou Jumper and I am still smiling. I am using it with my Elecraft AF-1 as an audio filter, and I modified my EZ Keyer III, changing the BS 170 for an IRF 510 in straight key mode to get a sidetone. I also added a vernier tuning knob that Johnny AC0BQ suggested to me available on Amazon, and wow. listen for me on 120.1 from time to time I will be harvesting akcc numbers as best i can.

72's

Bert
N0YJ
Re: Bayou Jumper kit

Jim, N5IB
 

Hi Gary,

After you get you L1 situated again, report back to us with your voltage readings, and supply current also if you can measure it.

How close to you is that broadcast station? Do you know what its assigned frequency is?

Jim, N5IB
Re: Bayou Jumper kit

Gary Babcock <garybabcock69@...>
 

After checking for misplaced components, try replacing Q2, the MPF102 transistor.  I blew one simply by picking it up off the bench with a static discharge from my fingers while I was building my BS transceiver  ~~~~~~
They seem to "POP" real easy until they get installed into the system.~~~~~

Regards,
Gary - W5GNB


On Monday, January 25, 2021, 04:49:07 PM MST, Curt via groups.io <wb8yyy@...> wrote:


Gary

Possibly something is amiss in audio stage. Make sure none of the electrlytic caps are backwards. Yes I have built a few regens that initially didn't work, of course it was builder error. Make sure also you didn't miss a solder connection. Its a journey hang in there.

Curt

Re: Bayou Jumper kit

Curt
 

Gary

Possibly something is amiss in audio stage. Make sure none of the electrlytic caps are backwards. Yes I have built a few regens that initially didn't work, of course it was builder error. Make sure also you didn't miss a solder connection. Its a journey hang in there.

Curt
Re: Inquiry about the Cricket 30

Cierra
 

That's excellent to hear! Thanks for the update; I'll be sure to keep an eye on it so I can get one when they come in.

Regards,

Cierra
Re: Inquiry about the Cricket 30

Johnny AC0BQ
 

Hello Cierra
We’re ordering parts and should have them back in stock in the next couple of weeks or so?
Thanks 
73
Johnny ACØBQ 

On Mon, Jan 25, 2021 at 2:27 PM Cierra <dubosec@...> wrote:

Does anyone know when the 30m version of the Cricket might become available again? I'll probably get it in a few months if I can, along with the Cric-Key.

Thanks,

Cierra

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Inquiry about the Cricket 30

Cierra
 

Does anyone know when the 30m version of the Cricket might become available again? I'll probably get it in a few months if I can, along with the Cric-Key.

Thanks,

Cierra
Re: Crystal Spotter Kits update

Robert
 

how long have you had that battery Johnny :)

bert


On Sun, Jan 24, 2021 at 9:21 PM Johnny AC0BQ <jomatlock@...> wrote:
Ge William
It’s a little test jig that makes the crystal oscillate so you can hear it in your BJ receiver.
It helps you get zero beat.
72
Johnny ACØBQ 



On Sun, Jan 24, 2021 at 9:17 PM William Fogel <wefogel@...> wrote:
Johnny 

Being one of the newest builders of a BJ, I will ask the question.  What is a  Crystal Spotter?

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