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From: tmsmp@houxm.UUCP (T.SWIFT)
Newsgroups: net.ham-radio
Subject: Need rig recommendation
Message-ID: <1176@houxm.UUCP>
Date: Thu, 14-Mar-85 08:39:52 EST
Article-I.D.: houxm.1176
Posted: Thu Mar 14 08:39:52 1985
Date-Received: Fri, 15-Mar-85 01:12:26 EST
Organization: AT&T Bell Labs, Holmdel NJ
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Having been off the air for several years, I have the urge to set
up  a shack again.  The new generation of synthesized rigs look
very attractive for several reasons.  The inclusion of a general
coverage receiver is nice because the XYL is interested in
listening to shortwave broadcasts (I hope the first step toward a
ham ticket).  The ICOM 751 looks good on
paper, but I've heard it is prone to reliability  problems.  Any
feedback on the new ICOM, Kenwood, and Yaseau rigs would be most
appreciated.

Futhermore, if anyone has any recommendations as to a dealer within
a several hour driving radius of NY who is competent and has low prices,
that would also  be most helpful.  Any comments about Barry in NYC
or Harrison on Long Island?

Many thanks

Tom Swift
WA2JEH
Colts Neck, NJ