I am not the original owner, but I have had this '509 for about 10 years, and worked all states in the first 6 months. I had it. Cosmetically, it's about an 8 and electrically it's a 10. I have only
Hi Dave, It sounds like you're making progress, but I've never seen 'super-glue' or '2-part epoxy' mentioned in a PTO rebuild. Are you sure you need that? The inner shaft is supposed to make the ball
The Mobil 1 synthetic grease is what I use too. Guess we both have more than a lifetime supply! enjoy the '509. I still have mine, but haven't used it in a while. It's getting to be boatanchor weathe
Has anyone operated CW with the Anan-10 and the Ten Tec 418 PA? I'm not sure of the best way to do it. Key them simultaneously? Key the Anan and let it key the 418? The other way around? Would apprec
Model 208 CW Filter: Has very light scratches on the top. $35 shipped. Model 210 Power Supply: Has three 1-inch scratches in the paint of the top cover. $30 shipped. Both items are in working order.
Hi Denton, If you're operating at home, you could use the *Expandable Headphone Mixer*from the ARRL Handbook in the Station Setup and Accessory Projects section (Section 22 in my Handbook). You could
If you can't track it down from the other suggestions, try keying the TX with a straight key connected to the key jack. I found a keying problem on another Ten-Tec rig than needed a really solid grou
Thanks for the idea, Scott. Never gave the old Argosy a thought for a DDS, but now it's high on the list - it could use it more than the Corsair II. Might be in touch once I get into the project. 73,
Hi Dave, A good source of an accurate frequency counter is your local hamfests. I've seen (and bought) HP-5382A frequency counters for $30. If you can find one with an "Option 1", that has a high sta
I agree that the rebuild of the PTO is very straightforward. You can find good instructions at W5ESE's website. I also agree that figuring out how to remove it from the rig is the hardest part. I doc
My preference is to look on eHam.com, QTH.com, QRZ.com, and the various lists available on QTH.net. I have found these people more interested in finding a good home for their radios, than making as m
Hi Gary, This sounds like a *real* project radio. But all the 509 owners on the list will be interested in your progress, so check in whenever you have an update. 73/73, ed - k9ew www.k9ew.us
Hi Gil, Yes, the T/R switching line in the 509 really wants to see a good solid ground for proper operation. I've had to try various keyer output transistors to get decent operation. No problem with
Hi Gary, Have you confirmed that the source of the problem is from the particular AC power line hookup you have? I've been reading the Power Line thread with interest, but don't recall a direct confi