[Amps] Ameritron Amps

[k7fm]

"why would one spend $850 on a AL-811H when you can find a 30L-1 for
considerably less?  An AL82 for $1300 instead of a L4B? Come on guys, you're
smoking that cheap stuff."

I just checked eham.net reviews of the AL-811H.  Out of 76 reviews, it 
garnered a 4.6/5.  Not bad for an amp designed for price.  Quite a bit 
different than the Yugo.

Replacement parts are available from the factorny on-line.  Neither the 
30L-1 or the the L4-B are factory supported.  Also, as has been pointed out, 
if you want 160 meters, the 30L-1 or L4-B can only go therre if extensively 
modified.  As a matter of fact, most home built amps do not cover 160 
meters, either.

If I were a salesman for the AL-811H or the AL82, I would be comparing the 
features with the Collins and Drake.  For most buyers, the MFJ would be the 
clear winner.

Colin  K7FM