[TowerTalk] Yaesu G-800S Controller

[Charles Farr]

I have been using a Yaesu G-800S controller to run my CATS RD-1800Y 
rotator for 14 years. Rotator is fine. Yaesu controller, not so much.

When I opened the controller up, I found the rubber belt had stretched 
to the point where it no longer ran the gear chain that drives the 
pointer. I, with much difficulty, replaced the belt with a suitable 
O-ring from the hardware store. In the process I must have mis-aligned 
something, because it no longer functions as an indicator. I does, 
however turn the rotator.

An email to Yaesu, reveals that they no longer service that particular 
model. Apparently, no one does.

I seem to have several options: Find another G-series Yaesu controller, 
(probably the cheapest, least work involved, as any G-series will work); 
find someone with the needed documentation and experience to repair my 
controller; or invest a substantial amount of money in a Green Heron 
controller.

So, does anyone have a working G-xxxx Yaesu controller they'd be willing 
to sell to me? Is there anyone known to have the experience to 
repair/align my G-800S?

If you have a working Yaesu G-xxxx controller for sale, please contact 
me directly.

Thanks!

73
Chuck, W6AJW