Thanks to all for the info on the T2X ! I am thinking about taking it apart
and cheking it out. If not too bad I will try a rebuild.
I noticed on MFJ's site there is a new improved potentiometer with silver
contacts. Thats nice ! I can order new bearings, etc.
It doesn't sound too intimidating right now, maybe after I open it up I will
change my mind. hihi
Bob
K6UJ
> On Jun 9, 2020, at 6:53 PM, Kim Elmore <cw_de_n5op@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
>
> These are easy to rebuild yourself. The rebuilders will happily sell you the
> parts as will MFJ. If the races in the housing look good, and you’re
> inclined, go for it. I have two in case one quit and I’m the 30+ years I’ve
> had them, I’ve swapped them twice. Both One was due to a dirty potentiometer,
> one was due to carelessness on my part (no centering shim).
>
> Respect their limitations and they’ll work for a very long time without
> trouble.
>
> Kim N5OP
>
> "People that make music together cannot be enemies, at least as long as the
> music lasts." -- Paul Hindemith
>
>> On Jun 9, 2020, at 8:43 PM, Wayne Kline <w3ea@hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> Bob,
>>
>> The hi Gain/Telex now MFJ is a reliable rotor it’s flaws are well
>> documented ( stuck wedge brake full travel ) and the slip off BRAKE botton
>> while turning at full speed and load.
>>
>> There a a number of compentent rebuilders out there . it will last you
>> many more years I am sure …
>>
>> Wayne ,W3EA
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>> From: Robert Harmon<mailto:k6uj@pacbell.net>
>> Sent: Tuesday, June 9, 2020 9:15 PM
>> To: towertalk@contesting.com<mailto:towertalk@contesting.com>
>> Subject: [TowerTalk] New Hy Gain T2X ?
>>
>> I am planning on replacing my 28 year old Hy Gain T2X on one of my towers.
>> It has finally given up. I have a Force 12 C3 on the mast. 12 foot boom,
>> not much load to contend with. I was originally thinking of doing a rebuild
>> but I'm now thinking of getting a new unit. The reviews on EHAM aren't all
>> that great but I am inclined to take them with a grain of salt. Unless you
>> have the brake delay it is likely you may release the turn button and engage
>> the brake too soon and damage the unit. Common issue. Thought I would
>> ask the groups opinion about a new T2X. Do you know if they have they
>> changed the internals on the new units to be not as reiable as the older
>> ones ?
>> Am I safe to get a new T2X now ?
>>
>> Bob
>> K6UJ
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