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Today we answer your questions and I’m also repairing a load testing device that we diagnosed a while back… don’t worry, I broke it… so I fix it!

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👉 Good Makerhawk Load: https://geni.us/cXcEI
👉 Better Makerhawk Load: https://geni.us/29hsA
👉 Pinecil: https://geni.us/eGZf3
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👉 Artic MX-4 Thermal Paste: https://geni.us/Hu63
👉 Get your Mammoth Mat from Quirky QRP Store: https://geni.us/cjxkpRy

👉 Good Load Demo: https://youtu.be/eFo-Fx_QNsk?si=Zr95PfHpDSw-E0us
👉 Better Load Demo: https://youtu.be/jcu6mELmuxs?si=2zDUz9XBf7fetlM7

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Today we’re putting the brand‑new Truvalux 100Ah LiFePO4 battery through a real‑world torture test. From unboxing to a full charge and deep discharge cycle, we’ll see exactly what this powerhouse can deliver — and whether it lives up to the hype.

📌 What’s Inside This Video:
• Unboxing the Truvalux 100Ah battery
• Full charge test with the Power Queen 40A charger
• 10‑hour real‑world discharge with Maker Hawk load tester
• Bluetooth app walkthrough & live stats

📌 Featured Gear:
👉 Truvalux 100Ah Battery: https://geni.us/T5EioqG
👉 Power Queen 40A Charger: https://geni.us/NaeoAi
👉 Maker Hawk Battery Load Tester: https://geni.us/29hsA

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A fantastic with a great group of friends. Here are some highlights from when I wasn’t driving. We also did the Million Dollar Highway, Last Dollar Road, Gold Mill Tour and of course, LOTS OF POTA!

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In this episode of my Ham Radio Repair Series, we dive into RT95 Repair #7 — and this one’s a real puzzle. From strange box damage to suspicious bulges, this radio had me guessing from the start. Will it power on? Can I bring it back to life? Stick around to find out!

📡 What you’ll see in this video:
• A close look at a used RT95 radio fresh out of the box
• Diagnosing unexpected issues step-by-step
• My honest thoughts on repairing radios from mystery boxes
• Tips for ham operators who want to spot trouble early

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Test Gear
👉 Power Meter: https://geni.us/ZKuIme
👉 Coax Jumpers: https://geni.us/AnDVyG
👉 Dummy Load: https://geni.us/YlnRyc

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A fantastic with a great group of friends. Here are some highlights from when I wasn’t driving. We also did the Million Dollar Highway, Last Dollar Road, Gold Mill Tour and of course, LOTS OF POTA!

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Can new fuses unlock hidden power? After a snug fit, the moment of truth arrives. Will this battery come alive? Find out if the voltage translates to victory!

👉 Full Video: https://youtu.be/O9vnKN_F5YM

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• [How I Crimp Powerpoles Like a Boss] https://youtu.be/TfPdJAmu7qI?si=YPKu_XuDPSLc3oJs

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👉 Miady 6Ah 12v Battery: https://geni.us/KcV2W
👉 2pk Expert Power 10Ah Battery: https://geni.us/5vex2
👉 Bioenno 12v 20Ah Battery: https://geni.us/FS4DR
👉 Bioenno LiFePO4 Charger: https://geni.us/qbN9
👉 MC4 to PowerPole Cable: https://geni.us/MWCIRkN
👉 Panel Mount On/Off Switch: https://geni.us/9B63KT
👉 PowerWerx PanelPole2: https://geni.us/0BHoc
👉 Panel Mount: https://geni.us/AM8I
👉 USB QC and C Charger with Voltmeter: https://geni.us/xBZS
👉 BuddiPole PowerMini 2: https://www.buddipole.com/powermini.html
👉 Zombie Ammo box: https://geni.us/hoL6A
👉 12ga Wire: https://geni.us/wevGt
👉 Crimper: https://geni.us/bqfprDt
👉 Connectors: https://geni.us/DaCT8uQ
👉 Cigarette Lighter to Power Pole Cord: https://geni.us/FfjIA
👉 PowerWorx 4-Port Power Distribution Block: https://geni.us/rhJd
The rest of the stuff you’ll just have to make yourself…

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In this video, I take the highly‑anticipated Vero VR‑N7600 and show you exactly how to program a repeater directly from the front panel — no phone app required!

We’ll go step‑by‑step through:
• Finding a local repeater (I’m in Montrose, Colorado for this demo)
• Setting up a 2m and 70cm FM channel
• Using the VR‑N7600’s new screen and interface
• Comparing it to the older VR‑N7500 experience

If you’ve been waiting to see the VR‑N7600 in action, this is it.
📱 Links & Gear:
👉 Radio: https://www.verotelecom.com/VERO-VR-N7600-50W-Dual-Band-Mobile-Radio-With-APP-Programming-p2581203.html?parent_user_id=18298272
👉 Bluetooth Mic: https://www.verotelecom.com/Bluetooth-Speaker-Micrphone-For-VR-N65-Two-Way-Radio-VR-N7500-Mobile-Radio-p887205.html?parent_user_id=18298272
👉 Vero VR-N76: https://www.verotelecom.com/VR-N76-Dual-Band-Handheld-Radio-p2511333.html?parent_user_id=18298272
Use Discount Code ‘steve’ to save an additional $10.00

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🔔 Stay tuned for more real‑world ham radio reviews, tests, and tutorials.

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The market is flooded with thousands of brands, all promising the same thing — but are they worth your money? In this video, I put 3 different USB + AC power strips to the test. While they all technically get the job done, one clearly stands above the rest.

Items In This Review:
👉 Tessan Power Strip: https://geni.us/CUJLce
👉 Hanycony Power Strip: https://geni.us/BVE1pok
👉 No Name Power Strip: https://geni.us/Vvii
👉 VRURC Power Bank: https://geni.us/k0B4IsG

🔌 What you’ll learn:
• Why today’s tech market is oversaturated with cheap copycats
• How to spot quality in a sea of junk
• The surprising winner of my power strip showdown

💬 Do you trust off-brand tech, or do you stick with names you know? Let me know in the comments.

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We’re gonna try the easier method… and now I’ve jinxed it.

TOADs DI:
👉 TOADs DI Board: https://temporarilyoffline.com
👉 Documentation: https://geni.us/toads-di
👉 Treedix RJ-45 Breakout Board: https://geni.us/rjCLNC

Parts Needed:
👉 M3 Standoffs: https://geni.us/qmOWuT
👉 100k Ohm Trim Pot (Variable Resistor): https://geni.us/uvjMuq
👉 10k Ohm Resistor: https://geni.us/JOHso
👉 BC547 Transistor: https://geni.us/SALAj
👉 4.7uF Capacitor: https://geni.us/9qfi
👉 Breadboard: https://geni.us/ruOylg
👉 Dupont Wires: https://geni.us/Hs41kGJ
👉 TRRS Breakout: https://geni.us/Y00d
👉 RJ45 Breakout: https://geni.us/rjCLNC

Works with ANY radio and YOUR imagination!
👉 Winlink
👉 Allstar
👉 APRS
👉 FT8
👉 JS8Call
👉 Packet Radio

This will work for the following radios:
👉 Retevis RT95: https://geni.us/fz4da42
👉 Anytone AT-778UV: https://geni.us/nQe6wBS
👉 Anytone AT-778UV II (VOX): https://geni.us/lJhT
👉 CRT Micron UV: https://geni.us/aFSTN
👉 Stryker SR94HPC: https://geni.us/JWWq18h (I think? I want one!)
👉 Midland DBR2500: Mythical?

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See a .50 caliber ammo can get a new life as a portable power station! This custom battery box boasts solar charging, USB, Anderson Power Poles, and more. See how it all comes together!

👉 Full Video: https://youtu.be/O9vnKN_F5YM

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• [How I Crimp Powerpoles Like a Boss] https://youtu.be/TfPdJAmu7qI?si=YPKu_XuDPSLc3oJs

🔗 Shopping List:
👉 Miady 6Ah 12v Battery: https://geni.us/KcV2W
👉 2pk Expert Power 10Ah Battery: https://geni.us/5vex2
👉 Bioenno 12v 20Ah Battery: https://geni.us/FS4DR
👉 Bioenno LiFePO4 Charger: https://geni.us/qbN9
👉 MC4 to PowerPole Cable: https://geni.us/MWCIRkN
👉 Panel Mount On/Off Switch: https://geni.us/9B63KT
👉 PowerWerx PanelPole2: https://geni.us/0BHoc
👉 Panel Mount: https://geni.us/AM8I
👉 USB QC and C Charger with Voltmeter: https://geni.us/xBZS
👉 BuddiPole PowerMini 2: https://www.buddipole.com/powermini.html
👉 Zombie Ammo box: https://geni.us/hoL6A
👉 12ga Wire: https://geni.us/wevGt
👉 Crimper: https://geni.us/bqfprDt
👉 Connectors: https://geni.us/DaCT8uQ
👉 Cigarette Lighter to Power Pole Cord: https://geni.us/FfjIA
👉 PowerWorx 4-Port Power Distribution Block: https://geni.us/rhJd
The rest of the stuff you’ll just have to make yourself…

#portablepower #diy #solar #batterypower #offgrid