> 
> TOMK5RC wrote:
> 
> > << Actually, what it really demonstrates is how important a dB or 2 >can 
> > be,and that the
cheapest, quickest way to a better signal is to go >QRO (no flames please!)
> 
> The only problem with that is you are not gonna get a 2 db increase in
> receive strength with an amplifier.  You get 2 db on transmit and 2 db
> on receive.  
> Tom W7WHY  replied
> >   >>
Actually one of  the best investments I have ever made in receive enhancement
 is going from 100 watts out  to  1500 out .   Keeps the frequency clear of 
adjacent qrm hi!
qrn and real receive capabilities are another matter however hi!
Gus VO1MP
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