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Subject: [TowerTalk] Yaesu G-800S Controller
From: Charles Farr <cefarr@hughes.net>
Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2015 10:19:00 -0700
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I have been using a Yaesu G-800S controller to run my CATS RD-1800Y rotator for 14 years. Rotator is fine. Yaesu controller, not so much.

When I opened the controller up, I found the rubber belt had stretched to the point where it no longer ran the gear chain that drives the pointer. I, with much difficulty, replaced the belt with a suitable O-ring from the hardware store. In the process I must have mis-aligned something, because it no longer functions as an indicator. I does, however turn the rotator.

An email to Yaesu, reveals that they no longer service that particular model. Apparently, no one does.

I seem to have several options: Find another G-series Yaesu controller, (probably the cheapest, least work involved, as any G-series will work); find someone with the needed documentation and experience to repair my controller; or invest a substantial amount of money in a Green Heron controller.

So, does anyone have a working G-xxxx Yaesu controller they'd be willing to sell to me? Is there anyone known to have the experience to repair/align my G-800S?

If you have a working Yaesu G-xxxx controller for sale, please contact me directly.

Thanks!

73
Chuck, W6AJW

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