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The Greatest Thing About Failure Is That We Get To Learn More

The Greatest Thing About Failure Is That We Get To Learn More

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Dave Cassler Youtube

Don’t Go For Everything At Once (#1255)

Don't Go For Everything At Once (#1255)

Kevin wants to rebuild his station after years of inactivity. He is wondering if the Icom 7300 or if the Elecraft K4 would work best as a "buy once / cry once" route. Watch to see what Dave says!

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K8MRD Radio Stuff Youtube

Getting On The Air With My 40-10 Linked Dipole!

Getting On The Air With My 40-10 Linked Dipole!

I Made It, Now Let’s Get On The Air With It!
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DX Commander Youtube

Flash Stream 20:00 UTC Friday

Flash Stream 20:00 UTC Friday


Start opn 20m, then maybe 80m? Just for fun anyway…

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Ham Radio 2.0 Youtube

Where to Find the Best Ham Radio Discounts This Weekend?

Where to Find the Best Ham Radio Discounts This Weekend?

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Ham Radio Crash Course Youtube

Hamvention Communication Plan: Meshtastic, VHF/UHF, 220MHz!

Hamvention Communication Plan: Meshtastic, VHF/UHF, 220MHz!

Here is the quite thorough communication plan for Hamvention.

We will be monitoring 146.450 & 223.500MHz
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00:00 – Intro
00:28 – Simplex frequencies
00:57 – Simplex frequency programming
02:21 – Hamvention Repeater Frequencies
03:41 – Meshtastic Flashing & Setup!
04:28 – T-Deck Flashing
10:33 – Flashing a Wizblock
12:15 – Flashing SEEED T-1000
14:41 – Flashing Heltek V3
19:06 – Programming T-Deck
21:08 – Configure Heltec V3
22:20 – Come to Troll Pub!

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Ham Radio 2.0 Youtube

Plans for Hamvention 2025

Plans for Hamvention 2025

Happy Mother’s Day! Join me and a group of other YouTubers tonight as we discuss plans for Hamvention 2025, which is next week!

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Temporarily Offline Youtube

17ft Whip vs. 102-inch Antenna: RV Radio Install!

17ft Whip vs. 102-inch Antenna: RV Radio Install!

Steve, KM9G, tests a simulated 102-inch whip antenna on his RV using a cheap Amazon clamp. We explore placement, waterproofing, and tear it down to check its TO worthiness. #RVRadio #AntennaInstall #HamRadio #KM9G #WhipAntenna #RVLife #DIYRadio #AmazonFinds #RadioExperiment #AntennaTesting

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Temporarily Offline Youtube

Yaesu FTM-6000R HACKED! Full Band Expansion with Hot Tweezers 🔥 (MARS Mod + Power Test)

Yaesu FTM-6000R HACKED! Full Band Expansion with Hot Tweezers 🔥 (MARS Mod + Power Test)

In this video, we crack open the Yaesu FTM-6000R and unleash its full potential with a frequency expansion hack (aka MARS mod). With the help of some insanely precise USB-C powered hot tweezers, we remove a microscopic SMD component and unlock transmit capabilities from 137 MHz to 174 MHz and 420 MHz to 470 MHz.

🔧 What you’ll see:
• Step-by-step MARS mod with surgical-level precision
• Close-up view of the SMD resistor you’ll need to remove
• Real-time transmit power test across expanded bands
• Full sweep: VHF, UHF, FRS, GMRS —even the limits it can’t cross
• Hot tweezers in action — a total game changer for surface mount work

⚠️ Legal disclaimer: This is for educational purposes. Transmitting outside authorized bands without proper credentials is not legal in most jurisdictions. But learning how this all works? Totally fair game. 😉

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TheSmokinApe Youtube

Buying your FIRST HF Ham Radio!

Buying your FIRST HF Ham Radio!

Are you ready to take the leap and purchase your first HF radio? In this video, we’ll cover everything you need to know before making your first HF radio purchase. From understanding the different types of HF radios to considering your budget and needs, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re a seasoned radio operator or just starting out, this video is perfect for anyone looking to get started with HF radio communication. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in!

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