> I have used a FT897, its receiver is horrible. > 73s John W5TD Early model non-D or recent production 897D? I recently sold some stuff and bought a used 897D and have been pleased with the receiver. I would agree with the very positive reviews on eham. http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/2432 -- Thanks! & 73, doc, KD4E ... somewhere in FL URL: bibleseven (dot) com