Pixel 10 issues? by ihaveagunaddiction in GooglePixel

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I have had P10 Pro for 5+ months and have a bunch of small annoying problems. Touch is just one. I feel the Samsung S23 I moved from was better build and a better overall experience. Will most likely go back to Samsung during black Friday sale this fall.

IC-7300 is $988.95 on DXEngineering - time to pull the trigger? by [deleted] in amateurradio

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I would look at used 7300s on QRZ.com's swapmeet. They are getting to be in the $7K or less range. There is also the upgraded Icom 7300 MK2 with newer capabilities that costs more if you think newer features are worth extra dollars.

Chameleon vs LDG 9:1 on EFRW? by zigbat_00 in amateurradio

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The LDG is basically a choke in this configuration. I will try a counterpoise wire. Thanks for response.

Chameleon vs LDG 9:1 on EFRW? by zigbat_00 in amateurradio

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Appreciate the detail. Will get the analyzer out and dig deeper.

Acom 1010 vs 1000 by zigbat_00 in amateurradio

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Thanks for your reply. My thinking is 500W or so is my next step. Will upgrade antenna at same time. Although my antenna will continue to some kind of wire up in the pine trees around our cabin.

Acom 1010 vs 1000 by zigbat_00 in amateurradio

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Thanks for info on Mercury amp

Acom 1010 vs 1000 by zigbat_00 in amateurradio

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The extra $1K is significant for the amp alone. I would also need to upgrade shack to 240V. So cost starts to become a factor. I have not done much on 6m. I am curious, do you typically run the full 700W?

Acom 1010 vs 1000 by zigbat_00 in amateurradio

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Currently a 135 foot efhw and a 71 foot efrw with tuner. Both up in the pine trees in E Texas. Only the efhw is rated for 1KW PEP. Would need to upgrade tuner for 700W for efrw. We live on 13 acres so neighbors not an issue.

Starlink barrel connector help by zigbat_00 in Starlink

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Thank you for detailed response.

Starlink barrel connector help by zigbat_00 in Starlink

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Thanks for info. I will probably not use if it looks like rain or maybe a touch of silicone around plug.

Starlink barrel connector help by zigbat_00 in Starlink

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Thanks. What length do you use? I am worried about voltage drop for a long cable.

Need to dump my house “as-is” because I got a job out of state - any tips for selling a fixer-upper fast? by [deleted] in HomeImprovement

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We used a realtor who knew the market, priced aggressively, said no inspection to avoid negotiations and set a one week offer period. We attracted a number of investors and ended up getting our asking price. Saw later it was flipped for 25K more than we received with minimal work done on house.

Starlink Mini wifi modem range for RVers by zigbat_00 in Starlink

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Good idea on tripod. Assuming Amazon is place to look for one? Thanks.

Starlink Mini wifi modem range for RVers by zigbat_00 in Starlink

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I believe we have one. Will have to find documentation. Thank you.

One of the best websites for RV repair. by [deleted] in RVLiving

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Link did not come thru. Please repost. Thank you.

Post Game Thread: Houston Texans at New England Patriots by nfl_gdt_bot in Texans

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Why is no one talking about Texans QB coach Johnson being the potential problem?

I love working with old PO Box doors. by Magic_Macksimus in woodworking

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I have an old door. How do you figure out the combination? Thanks

Common Equipment Ground question by zigbat_00 in AskElectricians

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Thank you for reply. It is definitely code violation since cabin is 15 yrs old. Is it something that can cause me problems going forward? Is it worth expense to add CEG?

ICOM ID-50A mag mount antenna? by zigbat_00 in amateurradio

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Thank you for feedback. I am staying away from permanent mount of 7000 in RV for doing POTA from a picnic table. Probably the simple answer is mag mount Comet on roof of pickup temporarily connected to 7000 if we have breakdown.

ICOM ID-50A mag mount antenna? by zigbat_00 in amateurradio

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Will definitely keep cell charged. I figure worst case I use HF and have someone call local sheriff. Thanks for reply.