[TenTec] Model 1225 SWR and Wattmeter Kit

[K8JHR]

I built the TT Model 1225 SWR/Wattmeter kit, which is specified to 
operate between 1.8 and 30 MHz.  It works best between 3 and 21 MHz, and 
is just OK on 160 and 10 meters.  OK, no surprise, that IS a long reach 
for a single meter.  In spite of the specifications...

	Has anyone tried using it on 6 meters (50 MHz)?

	If so, how did it work for you?

My example does not work outside the specified range, although I figured 
it might be at least somewhat, sorta, kinda, useful as a general 
indicator, but that is not the case.  So, I am wondering if anyone else 
has had a better experience with it under this scenario.  If not, I 
suppose my Brand X meter will suffice to monitor my 6 meters 
transmissions.

A reliable ham recommends the current Daiwa 801 series meters.  Does 
anyone have a better idea for an inexpensive (defined as costing less 
than $200) meter that can measure HF and 6 meters?  The Daiwa model 
costs around $150, and seems to be the leading contender.

Does anyone think the TT Model 1225 could be modified or adjusted to 
measure 6 meter transmission accurately (understanding that might 
prevent it from reading lower HF bands correctly) ?

Any other ideas?

-----------------  Thanks! - K8JHR -----------------