At 11:27 PM 1/5/98 -0500, T. Wall wrote:
>Anybody know a source for a travel case suitable for an 87A ? Inside
>dimensions approx 22x22x10 inches. Need something before ARRL SSB. I've
>seen some in the $200 range but am looking to spend much less! Tnx es 73
>de Tom K2TW tjwall@worldnet.att.net
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In my travels for the past 11 years most of the time I've had to carry
not only an Alpha but a TS930 and lots of other bits/pieces as well
which in most cases puts me WAY OVER the baggage limits allowed by
the airlines - had 300 pounds of checked/hand carry stuff last year!
I use the Alpha factory box for the RF deck - however I cover the
printing on the box with tape so it's not easily identified as a
piece of electronic gear. You can put lots of bits and pieces inside
the box too and the weight will still be nominal. The XFMR goes inside
of a ladies cosmetic case or most recently a Haliburton case of about
the same size. Holes are drilled in the bottom for mounting. I can
also put more bits and pieces inside that case. It's heavy - yes - but
can be carried onboard and doesn't look heavy - your arms just stretch
a bit over the years. I also carry the 930 onboard along with a small
handcarry unless they stop me at the gate for having 3 handcarries at
which time I let them check the xfmr but don't have to pay excess
baggage charges if it's done that way. I also have a suitcase checked
with my clothing and more bits/pieces. A luggage cart with large
wheels is real handy to have for hauling the xfmr/930 thru airports
but is just something else to deal with so I normally use one of the
carts that are provided. Have had to pay excess baggage charges only
one time in about 20 trips and that was only about $50 in Cyprus so
the system works!
Maybe a little off the subject but info FWIW to all that travel outside
the country for contests.
Tony N7BG
Tony Rogozinski N7BG
ONE OF THE VOO-DUDES
VooDoo Contest Group
I collect old telegraph keys, "bugs",
paddles and related items
Call me at 1-800-966-6264 if you have
any to sell or trade
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