[TenTec] Advice on my Omni VI

[Richards]

On 4/12/2013 11:22 AM, Roger Rippy wrote:


I agree with the personal assessment that TT does not really want to 
work on Omni VIs any more and that really leads me to question TT's 
direction and core values.

	Well... er... um...  I have lower expectations.

	Few manufacturers in any line support products
	as long	as TT.  There has to be a practical
	limit in the development cycle - at some point
	I expect a cession of product development, and
	eventually, cessation of service support, depending
	on parts availability, available service manpower,
	and the need to support newer products.  I am
	surprised TT provides service of its legacy equipment.

	Observation:  	
	I don't believe that "other American manufacturer"
	has such an extensive legacy to support, as it is
	a relative newcomer to the business.

	

So do you invest in an Omni VII, knowing someday TT
might choose to stop fully supporting this product
or do you look at that other American amatuer radio
manufacturer for your next rig.



	I DID. And, I do that with virtually every product
	I purchase, knowing the manufacturer may someday
	cease servicing or supporting it.  I expect parts
	will eventually be unobtanium and and leave me
	and the manufacturer stranded.  I expect this 	
	of any product form any manufacturer.




really like my Omni VI and would turn around and buy a new one today if 
it was available.


	Interesting thought!   I love my Omni VII,
	but I would consider buying an Omni VI if
	it was still offered new.  I would not have
	purchased a Jupiter, but I could have purchased
	a brand new Omni VI if that was still in the
	product line.
	
	

Just MY take... I appreciate yours.

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