[CQ-Contest] 2nd radio for So2r

[Robert McGwier]

Why go through the torture of learning a new radio, figuring out
how to get it to work when the 1000MP has years left in it and you
can get a used one for just over $1000?  Make Tom's mods and/or
Inrads (prefer Tom's when there is a choice as measured on my
bench!) and it is a real performer.

Bob


-----Original Message-----
From: cq-contest-bounces at contesting.com
[mailto:cq-contest-bounces at contesting.com]On Behalf Of Mike Fatchett
Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2004 4:22 AM
To: cq-contest at contesting.com
Subject: [CQ-Contest] 2nd radio for So2r


After a long absence from radio and contesting the bug has bitten again.  I
have a Yaesu FT 1000MP  which I still think is a good rig.  I was looking
for a 2nd radio for So2r.  I also travel between Colorado and Montana quite
regularly.

I was curious if anyone is using FT-857 or 897 in contest environments?  The
897 looks to be a bit bigger in size.  Right now there are some great deals
on them.  The 857 is b/o till March.

I would also appreciate any comments on so2r accessories.  I know I need
some type of switching box.  Which ones are good and which ones should be
avoided.  From my reading bandpass filters seem like a good idea.  Is there
an all in one bandpass filter box that is respectable?

Any comments or suggestions greatly appreciated.

Mike
W0MU
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