Yes - take a look with me at my new installation in my Ram 1500 truck. Im now sporting a nice IC-705 radio with amp... and (gasp) an ATAS-120 antenna! Any questions - let me know...
Have long considered the 705 and an amp. Currently have a kx-2 and KXPA 100 amp that I have used mobile static once or twice. Have yet to mount a mobile HF antenna and appreciate your comparison of the atas and the Tarheel II. Glad to see how you rigged the controller for the ATAs to the Icom. Wasn't sure how that could be controlled on a non Yaesu rig like the 705. Rob WA9RAD
Super clean layout TJ ! You need to mount the buddy hex on the back for fixed/m 😎 probably not making it to Dayton tomorrow. I have 2 funerals to attend sadly. Did you see the kid copying 230wpm ?
Thanks for the walk through TJ, I recently picked up a K400 and ATAS-120. I'll need to go and watch your grounding video -- did you scrape the paint away for the K400 clamping bolts and how did you route the wire for flexibility when opening the door?
I did not scrape away any paint, I just mounted it as is.. for the coax loop, I just made it into a loop that adjusted while the door opened and closed. Sometimes it needs some manual help 🤣
I am poking around on the internet looking for a morse code paddle or key or whatever. I have never had one in my hand or used one, its hard to tell what I might like by looking at pictures. And I have no idea what iambic means. I am just trying to learn the code now. I thought it might help if I practice sending while I listen??? I know there are differences in the types of keyers and I think I will stay away from the straight keys. There are no ham stores or ham fests anywhere near me so I can't try them out. I live in the middle of nowhere. HELP! Oh, and I am left handed if that matters.
You are right, sending is also very helpful. You might want to try eBay to get an inexpensive paddle. I have some videos that talk about what iambic means
