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Sodapop
Intermediate Member
Username: Sodapop
Post Number: 408
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2006 - 11:30 am: | 
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Well as most of you know, I am now running a AR3300 radio. So far the best radio I have ever owned. It makes dxing fun.
Well I guy in Halifax Canada was trying to sell his AR3500 on an auction site. They shut him down. I had asked a question, and he replied back. And asked if I still was interested in the radio. I said yes, and we made a deal.
I will soon have a AR3500 sitting next to my AR3300!
Needless to say, it will be fun to see which one does a better job when the dxing starts. Should make for a fun time!
I will have to take a pic, I mean how often do you have two AR radios, right?
Anyway, I'll let you know when it gets here. And maybe I can contact a few CEF members on it. Now that would be cool! |
Road_warrior
Senior Member
Username: Road_warrior
Post Number: 1789
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2006 - 7:40 pm: |
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Good deal on getting another radio! |
Starface
Advanced Member
Username: Starface
Post Number: 742
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2006 - 8:37 pm: |
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I say you make a right choice..
or a mate of the AR 3300
Good deal
Till next time
Starface
KI4NBE
CEF476
CVC14
HAM181
Southeast CEF Net Control
Auburndale,FL |
Cdw1205
New member
Username: Cdw1205
Post Number: 1
Registered: 7-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, July 27, 2006 - 7:06 pm: |
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good deal, i like the 2510 and 2600's very similar to your ar's |
Sodapop
Intermediate Member
Username: Sodapop
Post Number: 410
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Friday, July 28, 2006 - 8:28 am: |
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You know, I have owned both the 2510 and the 2600. I liked the 2600 more, it seemed to be better for dxing. But the AR3300 is by far the best radio I have ever owned. I hope I can say the sme about the AR3500! |
Unit199
Intermediate Member
Username: Unit199
Post Number: 277
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Friday, July 28, 2006 - 4:53 pm: |
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IF YOU LIKE THE AR3300, YOU WILL LIKE THE AR3500 JUST AS WELL. I HAD BOTH OF THEM AND WISH I STILL DID. THEY WERE THE BEST RADIOS I HAVE EVER OWNED.
HARVE
UNIT199 |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 3120
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 9:09 am: |
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 after 20 years, my 3500 is still the favorite at my base |
Sodapop
Intermediate Member
Username: Sodapop
Post Number: 411
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 9:29 am: |
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Well so far Harve, I would agree with you! The 3500 should be here in just a few days, can't wait to try it out! |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 3123
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 2:27 pm: |
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'I know they aren't loud enough on AM for those who play that way'-is 100% correct.
i've had THAT MUCH professional work done to my ic735, by an icom authorized service center. obviously AM on the 735 is no comparison to the 3500-XMIT or RCV the 3500 smokes the icom. on SSB, the 3500 gets the better signal reports hands down, on RCV it's too close to call.
i had an ft757gxII as a base, & a brand new 2510 which did not give me the AM performance of my 101e, or for that matter galaxy i'd just tossed from the window. my mobile needed AM performance that the 2510 couldn't provide. out of the box the 3500 DID. & it's receive was every bit as good as the 2510, if not better. (if RCV wasn't important, i'd still use a galaxy).
the ts50 or ft100 or ic706 weren't an option at the time, due to poor AM XMIT, as well as cost for the added bands i'd never use.
remember, the near $600 shipped price tag for the 3500 was for the 150 watt model with speech processor, scanning mic, battery memory & variable RF power. apples to apples with the 2510, it wouldn't have been all that much more. if that was the only way it was available, MAYBE i would've kept my 2510. even a galaxy dx88 rivaled the 3500 in price. so it wasn't that much of an issue-dx250 to drive my dx1600 would've cost another $200 anyway. initial price was by no means out of line.
if you talk to a couple of those who actually worked on the design of the 3300/3500, for what it's worth, they'll tell you how & why those radios RCV is the best of any CB/export/10 meter mobile. the 2510/2600/lincoln, especially in chipswitched form, may have more useful features for 10 meters then any other export/10 meter radio ever made, but i wouldn't trade my 3500 for one. or my XL. |
Sodapop
Intermediate Member
Username: Sodapop
Post Number: 412
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 4:47 pm: |
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Did you ever use the 3300 Pat? |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 10669
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 5:38 pm: |
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The Ranger AR3300 and AR3500 were manufactured by Sam Lewis's (RF Limited/Magnum International) father under the name Ranger.
Then Mr Ping (Ranger USA) came along and found the name Ranger was not copy righted and thus the creation of Ranger USA Radio's.
And the Creation of RF Limited / Magnum International by Sam Lewis.
Just a little Ranger history.
Lon
Tech808
CEF808
N9CEF
CVC#2 |
Mayor513
Intermediate Member
Username: Mayor513
Post Number: 116
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 6:16 pm: |
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--I wonder why they did not keep the name "Clear Channel Corporation"? Did they not copyright that name either? |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 3126
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 6:46 pm: |
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original 3300 design had a 4.7mHz filter that was changed in ALL subsequent models to a 2.7 mHz filter.
cybernet IF of 10.695 was used in a redesigned by an AOR tech's version of a uniden chassis.
approx 6 service bulletins came out-ALL for the 3300. all upgrades were standard in the 3500, only change was from 4 pin to 8 pin mic plug for scanning mic.
nissei in tokyo built 'em, they were a subcontractor for AOR as well as doing work for sommerkamp & early yaesu.
the REAL 148gtl-dx & superstar 360 were kinda in between the jackson & grant exports, performance-wise, which themselves were not quite the same as the legal, narrower-banded uniden 8719's. still leaps & bounds above the cybernet & early galaxys.
i'd actually like to hear the sp1 on the 2510....& more radios for that matter.
more detail went direct to you, hollow.... |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 3127
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, July 29, 2006 - 6:52 pm: |
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i've never owned a 3300 mike, but have seen a few. they are exactly the same as the 3500, except for the switches & the face color, work the same & if they received the 'upgrades', then they are exactly like the 3500.
my guess is YOU'RE RIGHT, mayor! |
Sodapop
Intermediate Member
Username: Sodapop
Post Number: 417
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 02, 2006 - 2:45 pm: |
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I just got a handheld power with riger beep. Just for SSB use. Do power mics work well with the 3300 and 3500? |
Im4jc
Intermediate Member
Username: Im4jc
Post Number: 157
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, August 03, 2006 - 2:56 pm: |
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Man, 3 days ago I saw 2 AR 3300's and a 3500 in a CB shop for $150 each. I came back 2 days later and all 3 were gone. They were in excellent shape too. I've been wondering, how are they on ACR? |
Vanillagorilla
Advanced Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 721
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, August 03, 2006 - 6:08 pm: |
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Soda...They certainly don't need it IF they have the speech processor. If NOT then I'd have to guess they could benefit somewhat. I think a DM452 would be an awesome mic if you wanted something new in a handheld power mic....mellow and DEEP with plenty of punch!
Myself for a base unit 3300/3500 would like a Turner Super Sidekick or the new JDC mic from Copper. I've ALWAYS swore by my D104 lollipops Until I heard one of those JDC's up close! WOW!
Either of your AR's have the original mic? If so why not consider a speech processor installation? Hey..look Ma...no batteries! |
Sodapop
Intermediate Member
Username: Sodapop
Post Number: 419
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Friday, August 04, 2006 - 9:04 am: |
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They don't need a power mic. And the 3300 really doesn't. I want it for the beep, the stock mic is GREAT! I did get a D104 with the 3500, but I like handheld mics. |
Yankee
Senior Member
Username: Yankee
Post Number: 1265
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Friday, August 04, 2006 - 8:29 pm: |
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This old yankee boy also has a new toy for the mobile. After the weather cools down long enough for me to do the install. It's a first model Cobra 148-GTL, just as mean and butt kicking as my Grant XL that many of you have heard on the Sunday CEF nets.
Without a doubt if the conditions are good this Sunday 8/05/06, you CEF members just might be able to hear the new toy running on the base station, and I am set up so I can switch between the Grant and the 148 at the turning of a coax switch.
Will try to catch some of my fellow CEF members Sunday morning.
7:23 PM central time and it's still 100 degrees down here in Central Oklahoma.
73 for now, Carl CEF-357 |
Vanillagorilla
Advanced Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 728
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Friday, August 04, 2006 - 9:24 pm: |
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Nice going Carl! Been a while..we're due for another contact. A 148 for the Yankee mobile huh? Seems like just yesterday you dropped that old TRC in there!
I hear you on that heat! That 95+ with heat index over 100f is keeping me from my regular shack. Can't stand the humidity in the basement. Set up temporary in the Bedroom..Shhhhhhh! She'll hardly notice! |
Yankee
Senior Member
Username: Yankee
Post Number: 1266
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Friday, August 04, 2006 - 11:31 pm: |
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Hank, SHHHHHHHH! for some time now I've had my Cobra 138-XLR in the Saab.
Oh! other car, forgot to mention I also have another car. the Saab still sets in the yard and for the time being until I can catch up on a few other things, the Saab is a yard bird in need of minor front axle repair, but costly on a Saab.
The new mobile, is a 1994 Chevy Caprice Classic, an ex local K-9 police cruiser, the LT-1 Corvette engine, 5 speed heavy duty automatic transmission, really a very nice car and very well kept up, 144,000 miles, rides and handles like a new car. All new paint white over silver gray, rear seat has not as yet been sat on as the rear seat comes out and stored in plastic so the dog cage can be put in the back.
73, for now. Carl CEF-357 |
Hotwire
Senior Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 1620
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, August 05, 2006 - 9:19 am: |
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Man what I would'nt do to own an ex police Caprice Classic! Plenty of muscle and the battery/charging system is already upgraded. Also plenty of room for radio equipment! Slap a Predtor 10K on the trunk and go to town! |
Yankee
Senior Member
Username: Yankee
Post Number: 1267
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Saturday, August 05, 2006 - 2:10 pm: |
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K-40 Trucker antenna off the Saab will be on the trunk when the 148-GTL goes in the car, yes the Caprice Classic has a very large charging system. Grounding straps all over the car to make for a very quiet receive noise CB and amateur radio equipment install. Even with 105 temps. outside the car, the air conditioning unit that is also heavy duty keeps the car nice and cool. Yes, the car is very quick when you put the gas to it.
73, for now. Carl CEF-357 |
Hotwire
Senior Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 1626
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, August 06, 2006 - 11:51 am: |
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Carl, Does it still have the driver side spotlight on it? Of course the light rack would be removed but would be nice to have it also! I have an uncle who just sold his like new Caprice Classic. Super dark tinted windows and Corvette motor. Even had the super sport rims. Darn thing almost looked like a sports car. Also had the super strong suspension which made the rear end sit high. Extra beefy wide tires,rear disc brakes. Oh and the A/C was so good you could catch a summer cold if not careful. To bad it was way out of my price range. |
Yankee
Senior Member
Username: Yankee
Post Number: 1269
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, August 06, 2006 - 12:25 pm: |
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No spot light, don't believe it had one. No light bar on top, only lights were in the grill and back window, yes very dark tinted windows. Car's A/C is colder than that of my home. Has the sport rims with the pick up truck center caps and the chrome beauty rings. The wheels are the dead give a way that it was a police car. Has the big 235 -15 police special, high speed rated tires, that were just put on new just before the City of Purcell sold the car. Has the very nice cloth seats.
73, for now. Carl CEF-357 |
Vanillagorilla
Advanced Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 733
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, August 06, 2006 - 3:36 pm: |
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Just posted my new toy in my members pictures..
MmmmMmmm Gooood
SodaPop made me jealous!
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Vanillagorilla
Advanced Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 734
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, August 06, 2006 - 3:07 pm: |
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Carl..Carl Carl...you SLY old Dog!
Cop Tires Cop suspension 1/2 pack of cigarettes..its Dark...and we're wearing sunglasses...HIT IT!
Bluesmobile and Capt. Yankee..I love it!
PRIDE BEFORE MILEAGE Brother!
Please post a pic of that interseptor!
Hank CEF559 |
Yankee
Senior Member
Username: Yankee
Post Number: 1270
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, August 06, 2006 - 7:13 pm: |
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That's big Corvette Bow Tie running gear son!!!!!
It's only looks like a Caprice Classic, man can this car get up and run with the best on the interstate. You darn well know it's pride over gas mileage, about 14-16 city and 22-28 highway, depending on how much you put your foot into it.
BTW: Will post a picture after the weather cools down, 108 degrees as I type.
73, Captain Yankee out!!!!! |
Yankee
Senior Member
Username: Yankee
Post Number: 1275
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, August 13, 2006 - 3:35 pm: |
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Just had to come back and post a report on the Cobra 148-GTL in the mobile, except for a very small amount of ignition noise on sideband, the radio runs very quiet, no noise what so ever from the fuel pump, wipers, or directionals. Like I said the car has ground straps everywhere. On AM the radio is so quiet, I have to go to Chnl. 19 to make sure the radio is receiving.
The antenna is the K-40 Trucker on a trunk lid mount and the microphone is the Radio Shack hand held power microphone that can be used with or without the microphone amplifier.
73, for now. Carl CEF-357 |
Vanillagorilla
Advanced Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 763
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, August 13, 2006 - 4:56 pm: |
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Good Deal Carl!
Glad to hear it...best of luck with both new toys.  I know I heard the word "OKLAHOMA" today on the net...had a feeling you were out there!
Now lets see some pics
By the way...sorry we couldn't finish that phone QSO the other night..but we both KNEW my phone was dying! ..phone killer!
Hank CEF559 |
Johnbrowning
New member
Username: Johnbrowning
Post Number: 2
Registered: 9-2006
| | Posted on Monday, September 11, 2006 - 6:28 pm: |
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I bought a first generation RCI 2950 because I liked my friends AR3500 so much. I wanted an AR3500 but in 1991 finding them for sale was like trying to find the golden fleece!!! So my Tech. friend turned me on to an RCI 2950. A lot of people show little to no respect for the RCI2950 but that was a lot of Radio for not a lot of coin back in 1991! Over the years I had performed just about all of the power, sensitivity,rejection mods for the 2950. I would still have it if it had not been stollen. I travled alot witht he military and was always on the road in college. I always had people acuseing me of running a lot of power of being on a base etc......Their are still not a lot of Radio's that are as cheap as the 2950DX that match it's white papers. The AR3500's high cost and lack of production is the reason the RCI 2950 was developed. I also think that the RCI 2950 gave freebanders and CB in general a much needed shot in the arm. For a way too long SuperStar,Galaxy's and old 1970's Amature equipment or CB's with channel kits were all that most had to play with. I also do not think most of the RCI line up like the 6300,6900,and all of the new high power Galaxy chasis's would be around if not for the over whelming sucess of the the RCI2950.
P.S. The AR3500 always had excellent audio and we could always tell if my friend was on it and if he had the voice compression running. Another cool radio is the first AM compatable radio that TRAM made. It was not AM but AM compatable. When my tech. friend would be onit youcould tell because your RX needle would dance all over the place and it did not dance with modulation either. |
