"Lancer" wrote in message
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On Wed, 30 Nov 2005 18:12:38 -0000, "The Magnum"
wrote:

Vinnie S." wrote in message
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On Tue, 29 Nov 2005 18:14:31 -0000, "The Magnum"
wrote:


"Vinnie S." wrote in message
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On 28 Nov 2005 20:36:15 -0800, "Programbo"
wrote:

What does everyone think is the going rate for replacing a blown
final
(Output transistor) in a typical CB radio at a repair shop?


If it is the 1969, the part is relatively cheap. The labor is the
killer.
I
would think it would be in the area of $50.

Vinnie S.

%*&$ing hell. "how much". 1969's are getting harder to source now
since
they
have ceased production of them. The 2SC2078 10w transistor is a
commonly
used one in the straight 40 type rigs. Even so, id not charge any more
than
$25 unless there was a lot more involved than a simple tranny
change...but
then again, im not a shop.

Regards,
Graham


Correct, but I think he was getting ripped off, hence $50. I think
there
is a
better replacement than the 1969, but don't recall what it was. In any
case, I
would do it myself.

Vinnie S.

Me too. Its a pretty simple job as long as you can use a soldering iron
and
you have just an inkling of common sense. The New replacement for the
1969
is an ERF-2030 which is rated at 25w. It might need companion parts
depending on the set up. There's more info on this on the front page of
my
website.

Regards,
Graham

Why would we trust your WEB page?

You dont have to trust it. Its a pointer. If your interested do a websearch
and clarify anything you feel unsure of.

You have this statement on your WEB page:

Remember, connect a busy system as follows,
CB - Pre-amp - SWR meter - Linear - Antenna

Why would you put any SWR meter before the Amp?

Im suprised you question that. What would you think will happen if you shove
150w upwards through a cheap basic SWR meter?

If your SWR can't handle the power output of your amp, Do you think
putting it there would give you an accurate reading of the SWR on your
antenna?

No but its going to be more realistic then it pinging off the scale with
extra power going through it. If its left in line it will also cause much
greater interference than being before the linear. Think about it.

In fact I just had to stop typing as I was laughing some more
just thinking about it.. lolol
Regards
Lancer

Im glad you took the time to look at my site. How's the 23 channel radio
going ;o)

Regards,
Graham
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