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Haven't heard from someone in a while? Wonder if anyone else has?

How about all those question you have about operating mobile? Many of the people that monitor this frequency have racked up literally hundreds of thousands of miles while operating mobile, and can offer a wealth of information about mobile operation.

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Getting s6-7 noise on 40m band, believe from injector control on '99 Freightshaker - what is best ferrite core material to whoop this nasty noise, please?
MarkMark <[email protected]>
Ina, MI USA - Saturday, November 30, 2002 at 12:48:06 (EST)

Hello to All out there in Radio Land!I run the Alaska Hwy from Alaska to Seattle,Washington a few times a month.I Run a TM D-700 in the Truck I'm KL7BK-7 so if you see me drop me a line 73's and happy holidays.. Mike Romanello KL7BK
Michael A Romanello <[email protected]>
Wasilla, AK USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 22:46:19 (EST)

14.302.5 Is not an owned frequency! I have a saying not to stir the poop or it will stink worse but I can't help it. I am one that usually never complains but I can't contain it no more. It allways amazes me come contest times or any other time i'll be listing to 14.302.5 and here no-one talking at all. Someone will come on and ask if the frequency is in use. Sometimes as many as three times. Hearing no answer they start calling cq cq cq or cq contest and just as soon as he is done he is told the frequency is in use or better yet that you are on the truckers frequency. When in fact no frequency is owned. The only time a frequency is set aside is when the FCC declares a freq. for emergency communications. I was talking to a guy on another 20mtr freq and about that time a net started up right on top of use. We were simply told to change frequency and they went on with there net. The common curtisy is to ask if they could move but in the real world whoever has the freq first is using it. I can not understand after hearing some trucker on 302.5 tell them the frequency is in use (and not i.d.) and i'll listen and no one uses the frequency. How can we say there is a net here when I have never heard a net control? So we cant lie and say there is a net on this frequency. I'm affraid in our attempt to "hold" the frequency sometimes we are guilty just as much as the other guys or even yet the contesters. I here people get jumped as if they should of know this was a trucker frequency when in fact, I drove trucker and was a ham for years before I found out there was a frequency everyone hangs around so how do we expect many thousands of hams nationwide to know this? More and more people are getting there liscenses and the bands are getting very crowed. I believe that some of the harmful interference that we get are brought on by some of our actions. A little curtiousy goes a long ways. When someone ask if the frequency is in use or if someone starts calling on top of another we need to remember that we cannot allways hear everone. Yes some do start calling on a "quite" frequency not hearing anyone but in reallity on the other side of the map is a qso. No need to jump them harshley. A little resepect goes a long ways. Do unto others how you want to be treated. I hope I don't affend anyone but thought this might be something that needs to be address. Don't want 14.302.5 being confused by CB 19. I have been told that by some friends that try to reach me on the road. No its not that we are truckers but a lot of the CB habbits (attitudes) are carried over. I hope I don't de friend anyone with this point-of-view. Please rememeber, I might not agree with yours but at least we can still be humane and talk like friends. 73 all, Travel safe. de Clayton
Clayto <[email protected]>
Springfield, Mo USA - Sunday, November 17, 2002 at 20:31:39 (EST)

I have lost the e-mail address of shirley Maquirk Executive drive Kimbal Tn and would like to establish contact again if the above e-mail address fails try this one [email protected]
Ray Mclaurin <[email protected]>
Leicester, united kingdom - Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 23:06:58 (EST)

Need info on hooking a Metron amp to a Yaesu FT-900. Will the relay in the rig handle the TR switching or do I need an outboard rlay powered by the internal or what. Would like info before hook up to avoid cooking anything!
Mike Bishop <[email protected]>
NorthportAL, USA - Saturday, November 09, 2002 at 12:10:36 (EST)

Fern Lemire - VE6PAW - Silent Key It is with indescribable sorrow that I now write this email. This morning I have recieved the grave news that my Dad, my mothers husband, and a friend to myself and all of you, lost his life on his trip yesterday evening. Nobody really knows exactly what happened. The details are all still very sketchy. I do know that to all he will be greatly missed. Fern was a man that everyone could rely on and trust in. He never once hesitated to help out another person in need of his services, expertise, or simply a listening ear... I would like to take this time, on behalf of my dad, my mom, and my family to say good bye on his behalf. I would like to thank everyone for being a part of who my Dad was. Everywhere he went he took great pleasure in his meetings with a wide variety of truly great people. Every one he met was welcomed by stories of his travels, his accomplishments, and even on occassion his hardships. In return, these very people, all of you, were the pride and joy of his life. Perhaps a big piece in what kept him ticking all of these years. Denis Lemire Rec. by email Nov 1, 2002
Kevin McCoy <[email protected]>
Airdrie, Ab Canada - Saturday, November 02, 2002 at 00:50:04 (EST)

Kate and I thank all for for attending this years 143025 family and friends roundup here in Clay Center, Ne. this year. We hope all had a great time and are able to attend next years which we are allready looking forward to. We were sorry to see some have to leave early these last three years so we are changing the main feed from sunday to saturday so all have a chance to par-take. Hope to see all next year. Any comments or advice is appreciated as to how we might enhance next years roundup. Take care and 73's Larry and Kate
Larry and Kate Lowrey <[email protected]>
Clay Center, ne USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 09:26:54 (EST)

please add jc to the list thx. jay kd5drx
j.c. barrlow <[email protected]>
mira loma, ca USA - Tuesday, October 15, 2002 at 15:47:59 (EDT)

hello :)
cat20000
USA - Thursday, October 03, 2002 at 11:02:05 (EDT)

Re Trailer Repair: If you ever need trailer repair in Amarillo, TX. be sure to talk to Dave Kizarr at "Lakeside Trailer Repare Inc." 806 335-9191 toll free 877 335-9191 He did a good job for me, and a good turn. And he is FAST!! about 1 block north of the Petro. Gary KC7CMP...
Gary Stephan <[email protected]>
Spokane, WA USA - Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 23:14:59 (EDT)

I have a pressure cleaning business, I want to start pressure cleaning Trucks so If you know of anyone that needs their trucks cleaned at a great price. Please call me at 863-382-8371 or 863-214-9635
Christopher Hawthorne <[email protected]>
sebring, FL USA - Friday, September 27, 2002 at 12:16:59 (EDT)

Correction from my recent posting. I have a 25 pin female on the laptop to a db 9 male on the Kenwood -TM-D700. NOT a 25 pin male as I listed earlier. 73's. N3XIF
Dale Brubaker <[email protected]>
Dillsburg, PA USA - Saturday, September 14, 2002 at 11:46:17 (EDT)

HELP!!!! Recently got a Kenwood TM-D700 and it works great in packet with 9 db plug to 9db plug (RS232 - C) with an older computer. Having a difficult time with pin configuration for a 25 pin out of newer computer to db9 on the Kenwood Unit. Can someone give me a pin confirguration for male 25 pin out of computer to male db9 that is on the Kenwood unit. Null modem - Full Handshake doesn't seem like the answer. Looked at 2 other Null Modems without success. Kenwood Web site down today so I can't research direct through them. New computers do not seem to have db9 on them. Thanks. 73's.
Dale Brubaker <[email protected]>
Dillsburg, PA USA - Saturday, September 14, 2002 at 11:36:49 (EDT)

Hi to all, Long time since I was on 302.5. Guess it was while driving for Skinny Chicken. Anyway, I hope all of my friends are still out there and being safe. If IFM is still there email me. I can be found on 3922 most any night. 73 de K5VSE Formerly WB6VSE/m
Mike <[email protected]>
Mena, AR USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 01:01:44 (EDT)

Just a reminder concerning the 143025 ham radio and friends roundup in Clay Center, Ne. this Labor Day weekend. The date is from August 30-Sept.1,2002. The local motel # is 402-762-3419. Rooms are going fast so be sure to get yours reserved. There is no invitation needed, just show up. If possible please drop an e-mail or call 402-762-3105 a couple days in advance so we can plan accordingly. The story as to why there is a get-together is as such; Once a year in Chilloquen, Oregon Yogee,WA7PEE and his wife Michele had a get-together for hams and friends as a way to express their thanks for the way amature radio enriched their lives. Yogie is gone now but the spirit of amature radio lives on and Kate and I have continued their tradition and invite amature operators their families and friends as our way of saying thanks for enriching and blessing our lives. So come to Clay Center, Ne.over Labor Day weekend have fun and relax in the spirit of amature radio. Food and refreshments will be served all weekend long with the main feed Sunday morning and afternoon. If directions are needed call 402-762-3105. Larry & Kate
Larry Lowrey <[email protected]>
clay center, ne USA - Sunday, August 11, 2002 at 15:33:57 (EDT)

I just opened my own systems and installations page on "Dayal Car Systems And Installations"If there R any other sites or pages that would like to link my webpage plz e-mail me and i will make a link back on my page for u so we would B trading traffic...The page is not quite done but will B by august/2/02..so check out my webpage and let me know what u guys think or if u wanna browse feel free too
Bob <[email protected]>
Vancouver, BC Canada - Thursday, August 01, 2002 at 00:53:18 (EDT)

Nice to check in and meet some of the good people on 14.302.5.vy 73 de ve4ds.APRS call Ve4ds-9
Darrell Sofranuik <[email protected]>
east st.paul, mb Canada - Monday, July 29, 2002 at 13:22:56 (EDT)

Find you old classmates with social security search
Janet
USA - Saturday, July 20, 2002 at 12:26:03 (EDT)

hi all, good luck for around the world.
jose luis fonseca <[email protected]>
porto, porto Portugal - Friday, June 28, 2002 at 06:16:59 (EDT)

Hi there all of the HF truck driver out there . Just to drop you all a line or two that RLS Electronics has moved to Russellville at 1710 East Parkway we have two bays now so we can work on the trucks in side. We also install now call for info on this. Hello Larry KB0LTT ....Note to all HF Drives we now have 12" hats for the hf antennas... 1-888-315-7388 toll local 1-479-967-8315 . Come on by or call 73s..Rick RLS Electronics.com
Rick <[email protected]>
Russellville, Ar USA - Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 23:48:46 (EDT)

If anyone happens to be roaming around on Field Day Weekend,June 22/23, in the Evansville,Indiana area;15 miles S of I-64/41; we are 3 Hrs from St.Louis,Mo;Indianapolis,In;Louisville,Ky and Nashville,Tenn feel free to join in at our Field Day. W9OG 2A Ind. We will be running CW, Voice, (maybe)PSK31, GOTA, and will have APRS as a Demo Mode. Talk-in will be on 146.790. You need to drop your trailer--there is a Gravel lot behind Motel 6 / Denny's on 41S;10 miles S of I-64--and bobtail 1 mile to the Field Day Site. We will be running from 9am Saturday 'til 9am Sunday. Here are directions from the "drop lot": Go S to Diamond Ave (Hywy 66 W) Exit, at Red Light turn R. Go to 3RD Light (Hiedelbach) and Turn L. Go thru the 1st Light and take 1st Right. On your Left will be the Baseball Field Parking Lot. Park here and walk acroos the street to the Bandstand in Garvin Park. Please pass this along to others N9JCA Chris/W9OG Field Day Co-Ordinator
Chris Matthews <[email protected]>
Evansville, Indiana USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 16:46:09 (EDT)

I am letting y'all know of the new e-mail ad; it is [email protected]. I hope to keep this one for a while. I hope everyone is doing well, I am still looking for a place to work. The possibility with J.B. Hunt did not work out, they were a whole lot more picky than I could stand. I found out that they are not as picky with the company drivers, so I may go that way. Still looking to sell the truck, I will keep in touch by the radio at home. Larry[KB0LTT], I still hope to meet you sometime, my best to you and Miss Kate. 73 everyone, Drive carefully,Rick.
Rick Tibbetts <[email protected]>
Dixmont, Me USA - Tuesday, June 11, 2002 at 17:18:10 (EDT)

Would like to find two drivers to run from NE to CA Steve Rich
Steve Rich <[email protected]>
Lincoln, ne USA - Wednesday, May 08, 2002 at 15:54:33 (EDT)

Hey this is Catherine Debbies daughter you are just way cool you have soooo much stuff in your truck...it's like daNG HOW DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DPO......
Deborah Hill <[email protected]>
lawton, ok USA - Friday, April 26, 2002 at 20:21:30 (EDT)

I am about to mount a High Sierra Ant. on my truck just in front of the left cab door. The engine is a Cat 2136b. I am wondering if I will have trouble with noise. I see very very few ham antenna on trucks out here in the sever western states, am I blind or what?
Judd Strong <[email protected]>
Sacramento, CA USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 00:10:16 (EST)

looking for someone to drive dedicated runs...also need owner operators help in quite a few states...
Mark <[email protected]>
Morrison, IL USA - Friday, January 18, 2002 at 00:08:59 (EST)

Forgot to put my callsign up on my last post. N2NKW said it. 73 de Brian-N2NKW
Brian <[email protected]>
Schenevus, ny USA - Sunday, January 13, 2002 at 13:24:18 (EST)

I see your message about interference from 14.300 maritme net service. I don't think the interference is coming from them. I seem to get more interference from 14.305. There are several stations there that run some excessive power and transmit some wider then normal signals (i.e. Donald Duck Interference). I have heard several of them expressing distaste with the fact that the truckers use 14.302.5 so sometimes I am curious if the wide sideband signals sometimes may be intentional. No that is not an accusation. Just an observation. C'Yall on the freq. 73 de Brian
Brian <[email protected]>
schenevus, NY USA - Friday, January 11, 2002 at 11:08:01 (EST)

Tired of the QRM from 14.300? Let's talk and see if we can work it out. I would be interested in talking with a "group representative", someone who the rest of the group would follow, to see if we can work out our differences. 73 de Tom VE3II
Tom <[email protected]>
Toronto area, ON Canada - Friday, January 04, 2002 at 22:25:43 (EST)

What steps do i take to replace my lost license. It was lost when i moved. please respond. thanks
Harold Kimball <[email protected]>
port., OR USA - Tuesday, January 01, 2002 at 11:31:21 (EST)

It's great to see I am not the only one still using my radio from my school days...you all seem like a really great group. need to leave a message for the webmaster of this site though. the send email page seems broken...
Paul Still <[email protected]>
Tuscaloosa, AL USA - Monday, December 10, 2001 at 14:27:18 (EST)

Well foolks, after being at home for almost 2 weeks (wonderful time I might add!) I will be back out in the omrning, picking up in North Alabama, and ending up in Ft Worth on Wednesay. Will be looking for everyone in the morning. Take care, be careful and 73 Mike
Mike Bishop <[email protected]>
Northport, AL USA - Monday, November 26, 2001 at 20:14:12 (EST)

I Have an Yaesu FT-100D with an ATAS antenna. Installing on a KW900L studio. Any ideas on a good place to mount the ATAS? Thought about the air cleaner on the drivers side.
Bill Huff <[email protected]>
Brunswick, Ga USA - Thursday, November 08, 2001 at 10:57:04 (EST)

An open message to all of the 18-wheelers on the net. I am involved in the restoration of the radio room aboard the LST-325 now berthed at Chickasaw, AL. We have received donatations of vintage equipment from all over the country. As the LST-325 ship memorial is short of funds, we are in dire need for help getting equipment b from the west coast to Mobile through donations of time and transportation. Would have had the fund if it were not for the $200,000 drydocking bill to get the hull repaired and the ship painted. All your help will be appreciated. Contact either me or Fred, W4CHT who is coordinating the restoration work at [email protected]
Bob Wilder <[email protected]>
Theodore, AL USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2001 at 20:32:26 (EST)

Hey all; I drive for rush trucking, dedicatedautomotive from morrison tn to kansas city hope to hear u on 143025 sometime I use a 706 mkiiand a n outbacker antenna and a 10 transamp give me a call
wes cline <[email protected]>
sims, il USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2001 at 15:12:59 (EST)

HI All, Just stoppin in to say hi. I have just up[graded to General class in the last 2 months and I have HF in the truck now. I am interested in obtaining ideas about how to mount a screwdriver to a 2001 Century class Frieghtliner. I am a company driver so I cannot make any holes or permanent mods to the vehicle. I am planning on getting the Bandhopper in a few months along with the Icom IC706mkIIg. I have already worked several stations on 14302.5 and I really enjoy listening to stuff there. If you decide to email me please include your callsign in the subject column or I may overlook it. thanks and 73 de N2NKW Brian
Brian <[email protected]>
USA - Tuesday, November 06, 2001 at 00:22:18 (EST)

MEDICAL ALERT INFORMATION SERVICE 800-297-5149 IN TODAY’S WORLD WE WOULDN’T THINK ABOUT NOT HAVING INSURANCE ON OUR HOME, OUR VEHICLES, OUR MEDICAL CONDITION, AND OUR LIFE, YET WE GO ABOUT OUR EVERY DAY ROUTINES WITHOUT THE ABILITY FOR OUR MEDICAL HISTORY TO TRAVEL WITH US. THINK ABOUT IT FOR A MINUTE, IF YOU’RE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT OR HAVE OTHER MEDICAL EMERGENCY WHO’S GOING TO TELL THE ATTENDING PERSONNEL ABOUT YOUR PAST OR PRESENT MEDICAL HISTORY. IN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT OR ILLNESS YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE WITH MEDICAL PERSONNEL OR SIMPLY MAY NOT REMEMBER ALL THE NEEDED INFORMATION. THE ONLY RECOURSE THE MEDICAL PERSONNEL HAVE IS TO TRY TO GET IN TOUCH WITH A FAMILY MEMBER THUS SLOWING DOWN THE TIME PROPER MEDICINES AND TREATMENT ARE STARTED. ALL BASIC LIFE SAVING TREATMENTS WILL BE STARTED WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION, BUT THE MOST ADVANCED MEDICINES AND TREATMENT COULD BE DELAYED UNTIL MEDICAL HISTORY HAS BEEN RECEIVED. OUR SERVICE WILL ELIMINATE THIS PROBLEM BY PROVIDING THE ATTENDING MEDICAL PERSONNEL WITH YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY WITHIN MINUTES AFTER ARRIVING ON THE SCENE. WITH OUR SERVICE YOU WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE, WHICH YOU FILL OUT, AND RETURN TO MEDICAL ALERT. ONCE YOUR QUESTIONNAIRE IS RECEIVED BACK WE WILL ISSUE AN I.D. CARD TO BE CARRIED BY YOU AT ALL TIMES. THIS CARD HAS ALL THE BASIC INFORMATION NEEDED BY FIRST RESPONDERS AT THE SCENE WITH A TOLL FREE NUMBER TO CALL FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION. THE INFORMATION FROM YOUR QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE PLACED IN A COMPUTER DATABASE WHICH WILL BE ACCESSIBLE 24 HOURS A DAY 7 DAYS A WEEK. ONLY PEOPLE WITH THE PROPER IDENTIFICATION, WHICH IS CONTAINED ON YOUR I.D. CARD, WILL HAVE ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PROPER IDENTIFICATION SHALL CONSIST OF NAME, I.D. NUMBER, SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, AND DATE OF BIRTH. INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE TO MEDICAL ALERT INFORMATION SERVICE CAN BE UP DATED AT ANY TIME AND AS OFTEN AS NEEDED AS YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY AND CONDITION CHANGES. CHANGES CAN BE MADE BY PHONE, AND OR E-MAIL BUT MUST BE FOLLOWED UP IN WRITING. FORMS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR THESE CHANGES. IT IS OUR GOAL HERE AT MEDICAL ALERT INFORMATION SERVICE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH PEACE OF MIND WHILE TRAVELING AND GOING ABOUT OUR EVERY DAY ROUTINES. IF AT ANY TIME YOU HAVE IDEAS OR SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO IMPROVE THIS SERVICE FEEL FREE TO CALL WE’LL ALWAYS LISTEN TO NEW IDEAS.
medical alert information service <[email protected]>
ar USA - Monday, November 05, 2001 at 15:12:48 (EST)

Hey Mike, This is Pete, Please fix my last name because it is spelled wrong! PETERMANN Thanx Mike and see you on the road! Pete
LAJOS PETERMANN
Victorville, CA USA - Saturday, November 03, 2001 at 22:40:35 (EST)

Howdy All. Well I managed a few short trips Vcr to Edmonton and Calgary and 1 to Alaska No luck on HF bands at the time and only a little on vhf.Mind you with IRLP nodes popping up everywhere you can pretty much cover the WORLD on 2 meters or 70cm now. For those not familiar or in the know, check out www.irlp.net for a world of info. Now I`m back at movieland... started on a Paramount feature on Oct 22nd and we go to camera on Dec 10th running to about March 27. Then the entire production moves to Salt Lake City to finish shooting down there..also lasting a few months. Still having fun. Big Kudos and congrats to Larry and Kate for putting on the best shindig aka BBQ once again... I have reliable sources. A big howdy to Alan and Nedra haven`t heard you in a very long while. Best Regards to all of you........73 de Corky
Corky <[email protected]>
Vancouver, BC CANADA - Saturday, October 27, 2001 at 18:12:32 (EDT)

Help!! Alinco DR-135;Garmin GPS III;DOS APRS softwar. I can not get it configured to use as a tracker. I built the Purple Thing data cable and it is configured correctly. Maybe I just do not know how to set up the Software. Thanks, jb
J.B.Davis <[email protected]>
Nashville, AR USA - Tuesday, October 23, 2001 at 20:27:08 (EDT)

Who do I send the pictures to and submit info to get on list?
Mark Doberer <[email protected]>
Clay Center, KS USA - Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 11:27:52 (EDT)

Just a quick note concerning the 14302 BBQ in Clay Center, Ne. on 09/02/01. Many thanks from Kate and myself to all who were able to attend, to the making of many new friends and the great time we had in the spirit of amature radio. Total attendance was 42, a few more than last year. Next year we hope to have the party and BBQ at the county fair grounds here in Clay Center so everyone can be close to their rigs, RV's and auto's. A larger facility with kitchen will also be available. Ample space will also be available for the many pets to run and play with no fear of getting hit by an oncomming car or truck due to the location of the grounds. Tnx Mike for all the hard work and effort you put into your exotic dishes. Once again I say thanks for being here in the spirit of amature radio. Hope to see all and many more next year. There is no invitation required for this get-to-gether so just come on down !!! 73's Larry and Kate KB0LTT KB0SFS
Larry <[email protected]>
USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 16:24:13 (EDT)

Hi everyone, Just a quick note, I have a new ICOM 706 Mk II and an AH-4 tuner, so hope to get it in the truck soon. Everyone drive safe, take it home in one piece. Hear y'all on the air soon. 73's Rick P.S., I have my TITLE!!!!!!!!!!
rick tibbetts <[email protected]>
dixmont, me USA - Monday, September 17, 2001 at 00:21:02 (EDT)

NICE LOOKING WEB AND INFORMATION BEEN LSN TO THE TRUCKERS NET FOR YEARS HELLO TO ALL THOSE WHO KNOW ME, I AM NOT A TRUCKER, BUT ENJOY MOBIL OPERATIONS...
CARL E LIPPMAN <[email protected]>
AURORA, CO USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 17:05:28 (EDT)

Rick I didnt realize you were in GA. I run out of Tifton so I'll try to remember and give you a call on the tifton repeater monday evening abt 1900 rick
Rick McDonald <[email protected]>
Foley, AL USA - Saturday, September 01, 2001 at 09:04:52 (EDT)

Hi everyone, Miss y'all, hope everyone is doing fine. I have been out of the hf scene for a while and thought I might say howdy. I am looking for another hf rig for the truck, I would like a 706 MKIIG, or something similar with an antenna tuner, I can get up to 600.00 to pay for it,cash by com-check. Let me know by e-mail if you can help. I am using uhf-vhf 10 meters,6 meters mostly fm simplex frequencies right now. 29.600,52.525,146.520.446.000, some repeaters,29.620,53.290 around Fancy Gap,53.590 around s NC,SC, and NE/NC GA,53.270 in the Boston area. All wide coverage on two meters, link systems on two meters as well. I found a good link system on two meters in South Ga.as well. 145.310 Nashville,Ga. 147.285 in Tifton,Ga. along with a few others in Albany,Valdosta and Brunswick. I am in the Nashville,Ga. area now, I still have the place up in Me.as well. I hope to catch up with you folks in the future if you are in the area. Temporary pnone no. is 1-229-543-1656 here, no collects,please. Have a good one, folks. Drive safe, take it home in one piece. Will be looking for the chance to meet y'all. Take care. 73's Rick
Rick Tibbetts <[email protected]>
dixmont, me USA - Friday, August 24, 2001 at 21:02:41 (EDT)

WOW I stopped by for a quick visit..check messages and to my utter disbelief...I was the last poster on July 15th What a great service this is and to what advantage? Mike.. Thanks again for your dedicated work on this. I wonder why it aint being used? Good Wishes and 73 to all who stop by. It sho` nuff gonna be SPOOKY if`n I`m the only one here...YIPES ! Ciao ..... Corky
Corky <[email protected]>
Vancouver, BC Canada - Friday, August 17, 2001 at 04:16:45 (EDT)

Hi All Sorry I missed Tom for "breaky" a while back.Just finished 2 movies back to back. Slap Shot II and K9 III P.I. Drove the 45 electrics rig on Slap Shot as well as driving Gary Busey and the Hanson Brothers. On K9II I was Jim Belushi`s personal driver for 6 weeks. It really was a great time and to think I get paid and fed too. WOW ! With the threat of an actors strike not much booked for July and Aug. However news says actors have settled. Now there are 14 tv series and 5 feature films ready to go in next few weeks. Looks like I may not get back out on highway as planned. Will try and get on the base station while I have some time. Sure am missing y`all. Drive Safe GOD Bless. 73 88 de Corky
Corky <[email protected]>
Vancouver, BC CANADA - Thursday, July 05, 2001 at 02:05:44 (EDT)

Hi All, Been home for a few. HAd to go by the ole pill peddler and get poked and probed for a new physical. Pased all with flying colors. Will be back on the road this weekend, Still looking for anyone that has a spare 12" cap hat to sell, or whatever. Henry does not have any, RJS does not, and can't find one anywhere else either. Need one real bad. If anyone can help, please email me and let me know who what where when to call to order or whatever. Thanks Mike
Mike Bishop <[email protected]>
Northport, AL USA - Friday, June 29, 2001 at 12:55:19 (EDT)

Hi all, Delivered in MA and picked up in CT yesterday. Heading for Boise, ID. Finally figured out how to read Qualcomm while driving. Pull the big connector from computer. (db-25?) hook back up before service. Have a safe one. Fred
Fred <[email protected]>
Nescopeck, PA USA - Tuesday, June 12, 2001 at 08:44:59 (EDT)

just popped in while home on time off
James Nokes <[email protected]>
Dallas, TX USA - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 10:34:33 (EDT)

Well I am upset. I too was at the Dayton Ham Fest. Tom VE6TG knew it He even parked beside me. Not once did he try or ask me if I would like to meet any of you.Sorry I missed all of you Milt/KB0OKS
Milt <[email protected]>
Great Bend, KS USA - Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 23:15:40 (EDT)

Boat clean and going on the market now. We'll soon move to hillTOP in TN where we can hear ALL and see FAR! Changing peacefullness of lapping water to whispering wind in hardwood forest.
Nedra <[email protected]>
/mm to /m, USA - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 09:33:54 (EDT)

Hey All. Just wanted to say that for those of you that didn't make Dayton this year, you missed out. WOW! What a fun time we had. I got to meet Rick's (KU4PZ) father, Eldon. What a really neat guy. Also, I got to hang with K8HZ & his son, N9EH, WE4UT & his girlfriend, KD1ZV, KU4PZ, WD5EWV, KC7INJ, VE6TG & his son, N0TWP, N1OQS and KB0LTT & KB0SFS. It was great. Great new gear and lots of good food too :-) Let's do it again next year...
Mike Smith <[email protected]>
Quincy, IL USA - Friday, May 25, 2001 at 02:05:23 (EDT)

The screwdriver that doesnt move is called the Bandhopper it can be found at the bandhopperfactory.com.
Franklin E. Sturgill Jr. <[email protected]>
Ashville, Oh USA - Wednesday, May 09, 2001 at 19:31:15 (EDT)

Howdy All, I need some help or should I say some advice on Generators for the truck. Any advice will be appreaceated. Probaly need help with my spelling also HI HI cya soon Milt/KB0OKS
Milt <[email protected]>
Great Bend, KS USA - Friday, April 27, 2001 at 20:46:40 (EDT)

Could someone tell me which screwdriver antenna does not move in height when changing bands Thanks Jim N8BHD
Jim Smith <[email protected]>
Kimball, Mi USA - Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 20:10:24 (EDT)

Long time no hear from anyone... I'm still living, but unfortunately now in CA... will get HF in the PETE one of these days...73's to all...
Dan Mina <[email protected]>
Madera/Tulare, CA USA - Saturday, April 21, 2001 at 19:52:54 (EDT)

Do any of our friends in this group use a PDA or a WinCE unit? If so, please contact me. I have a family member who is considering one, but since I don't use one, I can't give any helpful information on them.
Nedra <[email protected]>
truck mobile, USA - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 02:42:11 (EDT)

Its Dayton time again so anyone going to Dayton I'll be at the Ramada Inn in Richmond In. Thursday night thru Saturday night. Hopefully Jose and Neal will be there also I'll be on 146.520 at the hotel and at the hamvention so lets us know if you're around. If tony makes it we'll be trying to get everyone together at least one day for lunch or dinner. 73, Rick
rick mcdonald <[email protected]>
Foley, Al USA - Saturday, April 14, 2001 at 09:02:55 (EDT)

howdy. no longer with werner anymore. i drive for groendyke transport now. have got 2 meters in truck but havent had much time to get hf in yet. 73 to all of you - charlie - ac5pk
charlie douglas <[email protected]>
ft worth, tx USA - Wednesday, April 04, 2001 at 06:47:54 (EDT)

Hello ALL. Looks like Bev is going to let me stay home all week!!!!! I will take off Friday for the west coast, then on to Fl.I have a new E-MAIL address it is [email protected] we got new service this week its much faster.
Steve Rich <[email protected]>
Lincoln, NE USA - Tuesday, April 03, 2001 at 12:30:52 (EDT)

Hello Boys & Girls, It's been a long time. I was realeased from the doc Mon. 03/19/01 and now it's time for me to go back on the road. Im leasing to Prime Transport Inc. with a 1997 Freightliner XL classic 70in condo and it's yellow. Hope to meet each and everyone of you in my travels. cya soon Milt/KB0OKS
Milt Whitaker <[email protected]>
Great Bend, KS. USA - Sunday, March 25, 2001 at 12:15:58 (EST)

I should have written station list - sorry - Jim N8BHD
Jim Smith <[email protected]>
Kimball, Mi USA - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 17:02:30 (EST)

I like to keep track of the truck drivers on APRS-- is there a way to find who has APRS from the message board? tnx Jim N8BHD
Jim Smith <[email protected]>
Kimball, Mi USA - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 16:50:51 (EST)

Not from the message board. However, there are now links available in the "Station List".

HI, I LIke Youre Page I wish U can let me see al what you do in Cheerleding!!! E-mail me
Kaci <[email protected]>
Gainesville, T.X USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 11:48:00 (EST)

By the way... if you like pictures, check out http://members.home.com/ve6paw There is all kind of pictures of trucks and ham radio pictures there too... 73 Fernand (Fern) de VE6PAW
Fern Lemire <[email protected]>
Beaumont, Ab Canada - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 20:37:17 (EST)

Nice page... I've listened on on 14.3025 a few times, guess I should key up the MIC and say HI too... Don't have HF in the Kenworth, just 2 meters, but I do a lot of HF'ing from home. Also opperate my own repeater (VE6BUZ), I've been hamming for 12 years now, trucking for 24 years. I'm realy gud at timing out repeaters... Timed out 20 meters a few times too... Take care, best of 73...
Fern Lemire <[email protected]>
Beaumont, Ab Canada - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 20:29:17 (EST)

Anybody know how US Xpress is to drive for? Allow ham radio gear? do you know of companys you would recogmend to husband and wife team with several years experience. Thanks for your help.
Bill Sohn <[email protected]>
Corvallis, OR USA - Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 06:57:51 (EST)

Hello all, getting ready to head out in the am first stop NM end up in CA Tue. I got my APRS beacon in the truck today. Looks like its going to work all right. Got everything from Burqhardt in SD. It was all plug and play. The radio is the Alinco DR-135 using a GSP II plus. Jim made up all the cables and had the tnc programed, so as I said all I had to do was find a place to put every thing and turn it on. See you on the road. Steve Rich N4OUY L & B Trucking
Steve Rich <[email protected]>
Lincoln, NE USA - Sunday, February 04, 2001 at 00:40:45 (EST)

I found the mobile radio web site. It is www.K2BJ.com Try it, it has loads of info on mobile systems, antennas, and problem solving.
Mike Bishop <[email protected]>
Northport, AL USA - Friday, January 12, 2001 at 13:25:18 (EST)

There's a link to K2BJ's site in the "Trucking Links" section of the web site.

Heard of a website that is dedicated to just mobile installations. Not sure where it was but would like any links to websites that help out with ideas. Email is [email protected]
Clayton Watson <[email protected]>
Highlandville, Mo USA - Wednesday, January 10, 2001 at 01:19:17 (EST)

Hello - I am interested in this new mode of operation - APRS Mobile. I do not know squat about it. I am going looking on the internet today. Please send any info you have, and I thank you in advance. -- Bill
Bill Quailes <[email protected]>
Selma, AL USA - Sunday, December 31, 2000 at 14:05:25 (EST)

Happy holidays everyone, here's another website to see all stations from southern California to the good ole USA and to the whole world if your up to it. It http://www.aprs.net/socal.html so if you scroll down it will explain how to use the maps. Enjoy and keep on trackin' us via http://findu.com/cgi-bin/find.cgi?callsign of station your looking for. 73's de...Tony
Tony Lowery <[email protected]>
Jefferson, MD USA - Saturday, December 23, 2000 at 18:46:14 (EST)

Sorry folks I hit a wrong key. As I was saying. You can go to www.findu.com/cgi-bin/find.cgi?kd5drx and other station to. Like ka3vlg-14 also kc5lt and many others who operate APRS mobile. Happy holidays to everyone and be safe in the up coming winter months. 73's de...Tony
Tony Lowery <[email protected]>
Jefferson, MD USA - Friday, December 08, 2000 at 21:29:20 (EST)

Editor's Note: There are now liks in the "Station List" to APRS info on those stations that are set up for it.

Hi everyone, if your interested in tracking Jay (KD5DRX) via APRS here are some websites to take a look at
Tony Lowery <[email protected]>
Jefferson, MD USA - Friday, December 08, 2000 at 21:21:51 (EST)

just fyi my old e-mail address(ww6f @snowline.net ) is no longer any good. if you have something for me send to [email protected] (no jokes please)! im in the middle of moving off the hill down to mira loma, ca. don't have my new phone number or e-mail address as yet. when i get them i well let you all know some how........ don't know when il be back on the air i know a lot of you could'nt give a shit so don't becouse i don't ither.
fred ferguson <[email protected]>
?, ? USA - Saturday, December 02, 2000 at 17:57:30 (EST)

I have the Kenwood TM-D700a with GPS and data/power cords. If interested APRS let me know. This is the rig for you. Thanks k0fao
Micah Songer <[email protected]>
El dorado, ks USA - Monday, November 13, 2000 at 12:11:53 (EST)

I'm still seting around the casa recouping.Sure miss my radios and all you ham friends. I'm hope to be back by the end of nov. Got to get out and play in the snow and ice with the rest of you. Drop me an E-mail at [email protected] It's always good to hear from you guys & gals. got to fetch myself a CORONA.73 to all.Neil
Neil Wines <[email protected]>
Warner Robins, Ga USA - Saturday, November 11, 2000 at 23:13:02 (EST)

Hello everyone I am in West memphis at the time watching football It is nice to have a job in a truck that will aford you the time to partisapate in what the rest of the wold take for granted am looking foward to the up coming holiday as i have a grand daughter competing in the state wide cheerleding chapions in miami fl on thanksgiving day if they make this one then it will be to the national contest and I think that one is in Dallas Tx am not sure any way yeall have a good nite and slow down in the truck stops as I am slow and may not be able to get out of the way 73S to all Ka4aip
Dick Zahn <[email protected]>
Belleview, Fl USA - Monday, November 06, 2000 at 22:19:21 (EST)

Hi everyone David and I are in West TX will delivere in the AM then pick up for CA then maybe home. David is going to try for his CDL everyone wish him luck!!! Was looking around on the ARRL page and found a action on ND8V folks mite wont to look at it.
Steve Rich <[email protected]>
Lincoln, NE USA - Sunday, October 29, 2000 at 21:22:56 (EST)

As I listen to comments on the air, I can tell there are hams that are coming on board at both Trailer Transit and Prime Transport. It's really nice to hear so many of you will be joining us in our two tow-away companies. We wish you all well in this endeavor. We even got a chance to meet Dick in Indy, and it's good to see how happy he is at Prime. When KA0RM made comment just before his unfortunate accident that Vicky had moved to Prime, I called her and asked her why. She told me, and her reasons made sense. I wished her well and gave her our email and phone number so we could continue to keep in touch with her. While she may not be with us at Transit now, as with all the people we know, our friendship with her is NOT dependent on where she works. We hope that Prime will fill her needs and give her all she wants from her profession. She's a good lady, and those of you at Prime will be very happy with her. Nedra
Nedra
truck mobile, USA - Saturday, October 28, 2000 at 13:53:16 (EDT)

Hi All I`m with Nedra,ie: Kudos Mike for a great idea and a job well done. Thank You. WOW Am I sorry I missed the "shindig" with Kate and Larry, I I knew it was going to be a HUGE success. Congratulations to some super-neat folks. Pssst...Are you going again next year? Best Regards to Y`all Corky
W. Corky Murray <[email protected]>
Vancouver, BC Canada - Monday, October 09, 2000 at 11:53:32 (EDT)

Corky: when I find time I have some good pictures from Kate and Larry's shin dig, and I'll get them up on the site. N9XL

Was browsing the messages last nite,and noticed sumone was asking abt a setup for mobile.This is what I run and had fairly gud luck with it:6ftOUTBACKER 10 thru75/80 on upsidedown mirror mount{so you don't break the tip}706MK11 Ameriton 500-which can be had for rite price- and MFJ tuner N9JCA--Chris
Chris Matthews <[email protected]>
Evansville, IN USA - Wednesday, October 04, 2000 at 14:07:26 (EDT)

I started a Ham Radio Chat Room On the Internet last year[we will be 1yr old Nov 10];we are using a Program called FIRTALK.The Room operates 7/24 in the INTERNATIONAL FORUM called WWW CQ DX Ham Coffee Shop - Net.There is also a Web Site connected to this Chat Room with the same name http://www.cqdxhamcoffeeshop.net Every Sunday Morning at 01.00 Z [this is 8.00pm CDT/7.00pm CST] we operate a Net Meeting where all the members who pass through the Room during the week meet,and say Hello to each other.After Check-ins we try to have a Disscussion on Ham related Topics : ANTENNAS; Rigs etc. If any one would like to join in, download FIRETALK, and for Nick Name put Ham[in CAPS] Call/1st Name i.e N9JCA Chris. We have also started to put out a News Letter pertaining to Ham Radio. If you would like to be on Mailing List;send E-Mail to [email protected] in body of text put Ham Call 1st Name and E-Mail address; any one can submit stories;articles etc for publication.The Editor is K0CFI Joe and we try to have submissions in by the 20th of each month,for delivery on 1st of the month. If you have Items for Buy;Sell or Trade;a Home page link etc this can be done by going to www.cqdxhamcoffeeshop.net and clicking on RED BUTTON to access main menu and use "Site Submissions" "We are not Strangers;just friends who have never met" 73's de N9JCA--Chris
Chris Matthews <[email protected]>
Evansville, IN USA - Wednesday, October 04, 2000 at 06:24:35 (EDT)

If you haven't read this, you should http://www.usnews.com/usnews/issue/000911/trucks.htm
Mike Bishop <[email protected]>
USA - Tuesday, September 26, 2000 at 23:19:32 (EDT)

Hey this is great web site,someone is doing a good job with it.I am kinda new to the freq. but have known some of you for a while.Looking forward to meeting everone.so if any of you see teal green pete pulling express leasing trailer with screwdriver on the right mirror come on by and say hi.Ed Reese kc5zxk 73s
Ed Reese <[email protected]>
Rector, ar USA - Saturday, September 16, 2000 at 17:04:56 (EDT)

Ed: Thanks, N9XL (Mike)

Hey all, those that missed the cookout really missed a goor time. Got some good ideas for antenna mounts
Mike <[email protected]>
USA - Sunday, September 10, 2000 at 22:24:38 (EDT)

Hello to all had a good time in clay center ne at the cook out Larry and Kate did a bang up job.met a lot of very nice hams and am looking fwd to the next one Dick
Dick Zahn <[email protected]>
Belleview, Fl USA - Thursday, September 07, 2000 at 13:29:22 (EDT)

Want to say hello to all my friends out there in radio land, I'm working on the railroad traveling between Atlanta, Columbia SC, Charlotte and Hamlet NC. I must admit the web page looks good, bravo N9XL, we appreciate your hard work.
Jim Burton <[email protected]>
Ninety Six, SC USA - Monday, August 21, 2000 at 09:00:05 (EDT)

Jim: Thanks. One day, I'll even get all those swell photos that you sent me put up here. 73, N9XL

Greetings friends and aquaintances. Sorry for being outa touch. I am working as transport co-captain on a new tv series called "The Fearing Mind" due out this fall. Each episode is 7 shooting {filming} days and we are on the 3rd episode now. The name of the "pilot" for this series was The Master of Horror and Suspense. I think we are signed for 120 episodes. Long hours averaging 15=18 hrs per day. Great crew good fun and a great cast too boot. Have had lots of calls offering road trips, but this is fun and paydays are fine. At any rate I am thinking of Y`all and send prayers for safe journeys all around. Look forward to getting on the air asap. Best 73 all around. de Corky VE7ZDX
CORKY <[email protected]>
Vancouver, BC CANADA - Wednesday, August 09, 2000 at 01:27:32 (EDT)

just wanted to see if i could get listed on the site 73
Richard Childress <[email protected]>
Minden, La. USA - Friday, July 28, 2000 at 11:13:34 (EDT)

Richard: My apologies for the prolonged delay in getting you added to the web site. I (N9XL) have been running hard and have had some personal issues going on and have fallen behind in maintaining this site. I am now trying to get caught up and will have you up there as soon as I can. 73, Mike

should you guys come through baton Rouge and need directions or help you can find me on the 147.285 repeater I am a local driver.
Richard J. Fiero II <[email protected]>
Baton Rouge , LA. USA - Thursday, July 27, 2000 at 22:13:33 (EDT)

Neil,KV4AB, suffered a heart attack near Bristol TN. He was able to call for help and was taken to the hospital. He received a bypass operation (5 I think) and is at home recuperating near Warner Robbins GA.
Grady <[email protected]>
USA - Sunday, July 23, 2000 at 11:37:18 (EDT)

Well I have now mounted a bugcatcher on the truck, and am dragging around a tuner. Just checked the FCC database and I can now drop the /AG. Let's see what I can do barefoot. Heading toward Iowa early afternoon tomorrow. CUL. Dan de KB3DKR P.S. TKS fer the info on antennas, The bugcatcher was the one I culd afford.KB3DKR
Dan Mina <[email protected]>
USA - Thursday, June 08, 2000 at 01:11:14 (EDT)

If you are looking for ideas of mounting a screwdriver antenna, check out mine. Go to the station list and scroll down to my Call Sign, N0LZS. Mike has put up a couple of great pics of my installation. If you have an FLD, be careful that the hood latch clears the bottom of the antenna, and wires. Also note that the clearance on the inside of the cowl is limited. Those nuts that you install with a Pop Rivet gun would work nice, otherwise you have to cut the bolts short and insert them from the inside. Use Stainless Steel fastners. Use rubber grommets where the wires pass through the cowl and again through the firewall. Put plenty of rubber sealer around the wires where they enter the cab. And thanks to Dick Zahn for sending me pics of his installation.
James E. Haney <[email protected]>
Chaffee, Mo USA - Monday, June 05, 2000 at 22:43:46 (EDT)

I have a challenge for all Ham radio operators, I challenge all of us to watch what we say,how we say it,and how we present ourselves on Ham Radio. we must keep ourselves in line, and present ourselves as professionals in the radio business. we are always listened to,judged, and compared to 11 meter operators all the time.This has to be adressed if we are to be respected as the folks we are.I for one,am proud of our hobby,and do not want to lose any of the priviliges that we have,so keep in mind that we are all listened to by potential new operators,school students, and new groups all the time.I would like for us all to take into consideration that we can loose our priviliges at any time,respect what we have. please watch what we say,and how we conduct ourselves. We already have crowded bands,so do the best we can to get along. Give a little,recieve a lot.
Rick tibbetts <[email protected]>
Dixmont, ME USA - Sunday, May 07, 2000 at 17:42:42 (EDT)