I used to pride myself on hiding EVERYTHING. These days, there's too much to hide. However, I remove all visible equipment anytime I park away from home. It's all quick-release for my convenience... and theirs. HAHA! Thanks for visiting!
When you show that full shot of the car with the antennas on top, my mouth dropped open hello from Phoenix, Arizona I own a GRMS radio that I’ve never even turned on that account for anything? I really want a 50 W mobile even though I don’t know what I would do with it.
HAHA! Yes, my car can be quite overwhelming. In my experience, GMRS is more of a tool for specific gatherings instead of a preferred medium for reaching out to strangers. Ham radio is the place to be if your interest is in seeing who you can reach. I'll address your other comment in a separate post. Thanks for visiting!
Good to see you again! Thanks for sharing your setup, inspiring other ham radio enthusiasts, and showcasing the possibilities of mobile amateur radio in the present day. Keep up the great work!
Thanks! I have plans to release videos about a new compact rotator setup as well as methods for working pile-ups. Soon (tomorrow?), I will release a new milestone video about the car. Thanks for visiting!
I have, use, and love my 25 year old Yaesu FT-100D for my mobile all-mode, all-band, do everything transceiver with remote head. Fantastic machine. After a quarter of a century, nothing you can buy new today comes close.
😂 I'm planning to buy a new vehicle and was going to build some comms there but I was thinking maybe two radios and maybe a weeboost cell booster 😂😂 but this guy took this to a whole new level.. I thought I was going to far..
@@StealthGTI Ill definitely tune in. Planning on my vehicle being my shack as well so you got me hooked. My apartment isn't ideal and pota sounds fun so thats how I'll make it work.
One things for sure. You’ll be reminded very quickly that you didn’t put your antennas down if you decided to go through a drive through on the way home! Nice setup. 73’s! 😊
ICOM still produces a good all band mobile radio. I'm using the IC-7100 in my mobile run all digital modes 160m + 2M & 70cm all modes + Dstar. Can do all digital modes via the internal USB sound card attached to my "Surface Go 2." I like modes that allow me to relay messages from very remote locations in the deserts and forests hours from the edge of pavement. Favorite modes from remote locations are JS8Call and Winlink. Using the recording feature isn't lazy. I use it in timer mode on 160m when I know I'm getting out but no one is responding.
Nice! I wish my 891 would do automatic sends on a timer! I *almost* bought an IC-7100; but I couldn't get past the form factor of the desktop head unit and how I would use it in my car. I hope the eventual replacement is a bit more "mobile." Thanks for visiting!
@@StealthGTI I use a Panavise mount to the passenger side of the hump up to the 1/4-20 screw on the bottom of the head. The ball mount allows you to connect to a sturdy part of the vehicle and extend up to a comfortable position. You can order directly from panavise. IC-7100 Tip Save a configuration for each digital mode you want to use. That way you can set the audio levels for each software/mode separately in the 7100. Set and forget! If you change laptops it's easier to get it working fast, because there all going in and out at the same level in the laptop. Also allows you to adjust phone audio without effecting data. There's a little bug that doesn't flatten the audio in data mode on TX or RX I don't remember. Take the time to calibate the soundcard, all audio is going through the internal soundcard on the 7100, so the higher you go in frequency the more off frequency you will be.
Nice. Got me beat. I've got an IC-2730 (wish it had ssb) and a Alinco DX-70 (160 to 6) and 7 verticals (18/20 mtr ham stick,6m base load, 10/11m base load, uv combo, 800mhz public service Motorola and a cannon low profile for DMR and a GMRS. Intellatuner for hf which works great
OK, I’m so overwhelmed at this point. I’m just gonna subscribe to your channel. Who do you talk to with all the stuff and what I just don’t understand I love technology but what in the world would I do with all this stuff right now I’ve got three GRMS radios. I’ve got one of those T8 HT’s which is supposedly 10 W HAM And GMS radio . the only problem is as far as licensing goes all I have is my Private pace license with instrument rating and my UAS certificate, but I don’t have anything as far as radio licenses. That’s probably a problem for transmitting. OK I’m gonna let you finish the video thanks a lot.
My radios operate on a variety of bands. So, although I have four microphones, they pack the capability of having many more since I can switch between bands. My primary band is ~146 MHz, aka "2-meters." That's the one that I use every day to talk with local hams. The others are for when I want to talk outside of my region or to contest and experiment. It's overkill, for sure, but it's all part of the fun. Check out my "KE4WMF" play list for more videos specific to ham radio. I have a rather long "FAQ" video there, too. Take Care!
That is an amazing mobile setup, I too have the 857 and love it. I also have the Atas 120a but to be honest I don’t really think a lot of it, I totally understand that it is a compromise and I know it needs a good ground.
Thanks! I need to do some back-to-back testing between the ATAS and Scorpion. I also need to compare the ATAS on the rack to how it performs when mounted to my rooftop NMO mount. Thanks for visiting.
Great video, you have a very complex system and great to see your install. I have found running the ft710 from the car has been a real game changer for performance but I went for the simple install. I use diamond HFCL range of mono band antennas. I also do livestreaming from the car which has been a real journey of discovery but it is mostly for recording long distance dx as I find some disbelieve a small compromised antenna can perform that well. Parked up by the sea of course is my big secret, so I hope we can have a mobile to mobile contact one day. Many thanks MM5AJN/M 73
Thanks for visiting! You have a cool setup, too. I haven't embraced using home equipment in the car... not yet, anyway. I may try an FT-991 someday. 73! -Scott, KE4WMF
i would have alot of questions. but then i saw the car, thats a perfect way to destory a Golf Gti. 😱 i was looking to find a antenna for HF for doing some mobile trips, with my Xiegu x6100 have a nice day ( oz0hh )
Which do you think "destroyed" it more, the radio equipment or the 322,000 km that I've put on it in the past seven years? 😜 If I was shopping for an HF antenna again, I'd probably go with one of the smaller Tarheels. There's nothing wrong with the Scorpion. However, I bought it with the thought that I'd add an amplifier. Now that an amp is not a priority, I easily could have chosen something smaller. Thanks for visiting!
HAHA! I've considered it, but I'm apprehensive about the ALS-500M due to a reputation for failure. I don't recall if you and I have e-mailed about. Do you use a remote control with yours? Any trouble with it? Are you aware of design flaws or their fixes? Thanks for visiting!
hi great prezentation i thot i over did it it on my land rover ft891 vith fc50 4 low power 100w and portable aplications conects in the car wit the vl 1000 if i need more power with a cranked telescopic mast with dipol antenna 1 militery antenna with tuner configured 4 the ftm 6000 , powe suply 70 amps 13.8v charges batery runs radios when conected to grid power when not vl runs of a inverter and 2000amp batery with hardios charging from alternator or solar panels 2x300w 20v
Okay this is a really cool setup, but im wondering what amp youre using for uhf as the only uhf capeable amp that i can seem to find is that cheap baofeng one which i do not want to use with a mobile rig
Check DX Engineering. I have the Toptek PA-80U, an 80W UHF amp that's shown in the video (but not identified). I would have preferred a unit by Mirage, but they were not available when I was shopping. The D-1010-ATVN is not in stock, but appears to ship within 30 days. Its price appears to have come down since 2020-2023. Good Luck and thanks for visiting!
Do you know any good resources for finding firewall pass throughs on volkswagon vehicles? Just got a 2006 jetta tdi but don't have a ton of time with summer courses. Thanks for the excellent video!
If you Jetta has an automatic transmission or DSG, then there's probably a nice big plug below the steering wheel port where the clutch pedal mechanism would pass. Have a look there. Otherwise, you'll need to try at the main harness. If it's like my Mk7, you'll need to remove the battery and peel back some insulation to see it. I have photos at stealthgti.com/12v-power-distribution/. Thanks for visiting!
That may be true! Thankfully, I don't live in an armpit and I remove the visible equipment anytime I park away from home. It's all quick-release for my convenience... and theirs. HAHA! Thanks for visiting!
Any problems at all with your mirage amp. I have been thinking of getting one but I am running a older icom ic-706 and only have 10 watts to put into a amp not sure how much output I could get.
No problems with my amp. However, if you have only 10 watts available, you'd be better served by a B-1018-G. It outputs the full 160 watts with only 8 watts in. Good Luck! -Scott, KE4WMF
I use ventilation mounts by ProClipUSA.com. See a clip at ruclips.net/video/CH4ivIHOUNs/видео.html for mild details. I need to create a new video to show my current mounting scheme in better detail. Thanks for visiting!
Yes. My radio is over 15 years old and has spent plenty of time in hot cars. I sent my radio to WD8BWW for repair. E-mail him through QRZ. He says the new part is an upgrade that's more durable. He's replaced plenty of these screens with the new part and has only seen two come back. One had been dropped quite violently and another had overheated when a nearby big-rig caught fire. That seems like a decent track record to me! Good Luck!
I agree with your "not mobile enough" sentiment. The compact and remote display is part of the reason why I didn't choose the IC-7100. Still, should the contesting bug really hit me, I may try an FT-991 for part-time mobile use. Thanks for visiting!
Hello, I'm a fairly new general. Looking to install a 2 m/70 cm and ideally HF capable mobile rig into my car, which is currently a camry hybrid. Any recommendations as to the best all around mobile radio and antenna setup? I hear electrical noise from the alternator is an issue. And I really have no idea how to install an antenna on the car except via the moon-roof. I'd like a permanent installation though that doesn't involve ripping up the interior of the car's ceiling. Thanks -- Darin / KN6KLL
Hey Darin! When I had a Jetta (sedan), I chose to go with trunk mounts, first a lip mount and eventually a drilled NMO. Although the trunk is arguably not as effective as the roof (and barely), it certainly removes any risks associated with cutting a hole in the roof, especially with modern sunroofs and airbags. BTW, I do not have problems with alternator noise. Good Luck!
HELLO SIR AND EVERYONE HERE I HAVE A QUESTION PLEASE, CAN A START STOP VEHICLE USED FOR CHARGING A DUAL BATTERY SETUP PLEASE BECAUSE I THINK HAM RADIO WILL HAVE SOME ISSUE IF EVERYTIME THE VEHICLE START OR STOP THANKING YOU IN ADVANCE
I use a DC-DC converter that manages all aspects of charging. I have a video in my KE4WMF playlist. In short, I think it will charge fine, albeit not when the engine is stopped. Thanks for visiting!
It's usually empty and off, but sometimes has soft drinks inside. To be honest, I find better value in keeping my smaller Dometic CFX3-35 in the car full time. It's easier to remove and install when I need to access things. Still, it's nice to have the VL-60D around in case I want more capacity. Thanks for visiting!
HAHA! Getting everything sorted in a small car is a fun challenge. I guess it's similar to how Class B motorhome manufacturers work hard to pack everything into a smaller chassis.
Have the "sad hams" found me? Welcome! The ARRL defines a mobile station as a "station which is contained in a legally licensed, self-propelled, land-based vehicle capable of movement before, after, or during the QSO and which provides all power to the radio equipment (no commercial or external electrical power...), and using only antennas mounted fully on the same mobile vehicle or a directly connected attachment and which moves together any time the vehicle is moved... Any contact made with antennas set-up or usable only when stopped to make the QSO (for example, a dipole or yagi) is classified as 'portable' and not 'mobile.'" TLDR: You're wrong. 🤪Thanks for visiting!
@@StealthGTI sorry about that, a bad day but that amount of kit caught me out. I’m not yet into ham etc but looking for a good mobile transceiver to learn on. Icom ic 705 is as much as I want to carry around. Anyway sorry about the comment it was not meant as it sounded.
@@dmtarry - I appreciate the follow-up! Just so you understand where I'm coming from, you may learn that some hams are know-it-alls who will tell you that you're doing it wrong, all while not being even a little helpful. Many of them have earned the title of "sad ham." Once you know this, you'll learn to ignore them and and gravitate toward the true Elmers. I took your comment as a sad ham comment and decided to poke back in fun. You and I are good, though. Best wishes in your IC-705 pursuit! -Scott
Nobody has robbed this guy yet? I’d never broadcast this much tech in a vehicle. Like ever.
I used to pride myself on hiding EVERYTHING. These days, there's too much to hide. However, I remove all visible equipment anytime I park away from home. It's all quick-release for my convenience... and theirs. HAHA! Thanks for visiting!
😂 was thinking the same thing definitely
When you show that full shot of the car with the antennas on top, my mouth dropped open hello from Phoenix, Arizona I own a GRMS radio that I’ve never even turned on that account for anything? I really want a 50 W mobile even though I don’t know what I would do with it.
HAHA! Yes, my car can be quite overwhelming. In my experience, GMRS is more of a tool for specific gatherings instead of a preferred medium for reaching out to strangers. Ham radio is the place to be if your interest is in seeing who you can reach. I'll address your other comment in a separate post. Thanks for visiting!
The more deep I get into this rabbit hole the more fascinating it becomes!
HAHA! Thanks for watching!
Good to see you again! Thanks for sharing your setup, inspiring other ham radio enthusiasts, and showcasing the possibilities of mobile amateur radio in the present day. Keep up the great work!
Thanks! I have plans to release videos about a new compact rotator setup as well as methods for working pile-ups. Soon (tomorrow?), I will release a new milestone video about the car. Thanks for visiting!
I have, use, and love my 25 year old Yaesu FT-100D for my mobile all-mode, all-band, do everything transceiver with remote head. Fantastic machine. After a quarter of a century, nothing you can buy new today comes close.
Very nice! Thanks for visiting!
Seen this in person. Its an engineering marvel. Well done!
I appreciate that! Thanks for visiting!
😂 I'm planning to buy a new vehicle and was going to build some comms there but I was thinking maybe two radios and maybe a weeboost cell booster 😂😂 but this guy took this to a whole new level.. I thought I was going to far..
Haha! Thanks for visiting!
Wow one of the real enthusiastic Ham radio operator ❤❤❤ 🎉🎉
Thanks for visiting!
I love everything about it. Thanks for the tour.
You are so welcome! I need to share some updates soon. Thanks for visiting!
@@StealthGTI Ill definitely tune in. Planning on my vehicle being my shack as well so you got me hooked. My apartment isn't ideal and pota sounds fun so thats how I'll make it work.
You inspire me to supe up my gti sir and I thank you for that.
I appreciate your comment! Most GTI owners think I'm out of my mind for doing this to a GTI. HAHA! Thanks for visiting!
One things for sure. You’ll be reminded very quickly that you didn’t put your antennas down if you decided to go through a drive through on the way home! Nice setup. 73’s! 😊
HAHA! I've hit a few trees with my larger setup. Thanks for visiting!
ICOM still produces a good all band mobile radio. I'm using the IC-7100 in my mobile run all digital modes 160m + 2M & 70cm all modes + Dstar. Can do all digital modes via the internal USB sound card attached to my "Surface Go 2." I like modes that allow me to relay messages from very remote locations in the deserts and forests hours from the edge of pavement. Favorite modes from remote locations are JS8Call and Winlink.
Using the recording feature isn't lazy. I use it in timer mode on 160m when I know I'm getting out but no one is responding.
Nice! I wish my 891 would do automatic sends on a timer! I *almost* bought an IC-7100; but I couldn't get past the form factor of the desktop head unit and how I would use it in my car. I hope the eventual replacement is a bit more "mobile." Thanks for visiting!
@@StealthGTI I use a Panavise mount to the passenger side of the hump up to the 1/4-20 screw on the bottom of the head. The ball mount allows you to connect to a sturdy part of the vehicle and extend up to a comfortable position. You can order directly from panavise.
IC-7100 Tip Save a configuration for each digital mode you want to use. That way you can set the audio levels for each software/mode separately in the 7100. Set and forget! If you change laptops it's easier to get it working fast, because there all going in and out at the same level in the laptop. Also allows you to adjust phone audio without effecting data. There's a little bug that doesn't flatten the audio in data mode on TX or RX I don't remember.
Take the time to calibate the soundcard, all audio is going through the internal soundcard on the 7100, so the higher you go in frequency the more off frequency you will be.
Nice. Got me beat. I've got an IC-2730 (wish it had ssb) and a Alinco DX-70 (160 to 6) and 7 verticals (18/20 mtr ham stick,6m base load, 10/11m base load, uv combo, 800mhz public service Motorola and a cannon low profile for DMR and a GMRS. Intellatuner for hf which works great
Excellent! It's fun to over-do it, huh? ;-) Thanks for visiting.
OK, I’m so overwhelmed at this point. I’m just gonna subscribe to your channel. Who do you talk to with all the stuff and what I just don’t understand I love technology but what in the world would I do with all this stuff right now I’ve got three GRMS radios. I’ve got one of those T8 HT’s which is supposedly 10 W HAM And GMS radio . the only problem is as far as licensing goes all I have is my Private pace license with instrument rating and my UAS certificate, but I don’t have anything as far as radio licenses. That’s probably a problem for transmitting. OK I’m gonna let you finish the video thanks a lot.
My radios operate on a variety of bands. So, although I have four microphones, they pack the capability of having many more since I can switch between bands. My primary band is ~146 MHz, aka "2-meters." That's the one that I use every day to talk with local hams. The others are for when I want to talk outside of my region or to contest and experiment. It's overkill, for sure, but it's all part of the fun. Check out my "KE4WMF" play list for more videos specific to ham radio. I have a rather long "FAQ" video there, too. Take Care!
That is an amazing mobile setup, I too have the 857 and love it. I also have the Atas 120a but to be honest I don’t really think a lot of it, I totally understand that it is a compromise and I know it needs a good ground.
Thanks! I need to do some back-to-back testing between the ATAS and Scorpion. I also need to compare the ATAS on the rack to how it performs when mounted to my rooftop NMO mount. Thanks for visiting.
Lots of good ideas in this!
Glad you like them! Thanks for visiting!
Hi Scott, i like it and what you have put in the GTI, but i think a DeLorean (1983) would be a better choice . Keep it up 73
I wonder if the flux capacitor would power my systems. ;-) Thanks for visiting!
Great mobile setup!
Thanks! I appreciate that. Thanks for visiting!
Great video, you have a very complex system and great to see your install.
I have found running the ft710 from the car has been a real game changer for performance but I went for the simple install. I use diamond HFCL range of mono band antennas.
I also do livestreaming from the car which has been a real journey of discovery but it is mostly for recording long distance dx as I find some disbelieve a small compromised antenna can perform that well.
Parked up by the sea of course is my big secret, so I hope we can have a mobile to mobile contact one day.
Many thanks
MM5AJN/M
73
Thanks for visiting! You have a cool setup, too. I haven't embraced using home equipment in the car... not yet, anyway. I may try an FT-991 someday. 73! -Scott, KE4WMF
you are pro i like it you set up excellent i think it's a lot money spent on
Thanks! Yeah, the money does add up. I just don't look. HAHA! Thanks for visiting!
i would have alot of questions. but then i saw the car, thats a perfect way to destory a Golf Gti. 😱 i was looking to find a antenna for HF for doing some mobile trips, with my Xiegu x6100
have a nice day ( oz0hh )
Which do you think "destroyed" it more, the radio equipment or the 322,000 km that I've put on it in the past seven years? 😜 If I was shopping for an HF antenna again, I'd probably go with one of the smaller Tarheels. There's nothing wrong with the Scorpion. However, I bought it with the thought that I'd add an amplifier. Now that an amp is not a priority, I easily could have chosen something smaller. Thanks for visiting!
Great job, great video as always 73 lol you could put in a ALS-500m amp :)
HAHA! I've considered it, but I'm apprehensive about the ALS-500M due to a reputation for failure. I don't recall if you and I have e-mailed about. Do you use a remote control with yours? Any trouble with it? Are you aware of design flaws or their fixes? Thanks for visiting!
hi great prezentation i thot i over did it it on my land rover ft891 vith fc50 4 low power 100w and portable aplications conects in the car wit the vl 1000 if i need more power with a cranked telescopic mast with dipol antenna 1 militery antenna with tuner configured 4 the ftm 6000 , powe suply 70 amps 13.8v charges batery runs radios when conected to grid power when not vl runs of a inverter and 2000amp batery with hardios charging from alternator or solar panels 2x300w 20v
Nice work! Thanks for visiting.
😮 nice statión...73.
Thank you! Check out my KE4WMF playlists for more. 73!
Okay this is a really cool setup,
but im wondering what amp youre using for uhf as the only uhf capeable amp that i can seem to find is that cheap baofeng one which i do not want to use with a mobile rig
Check DX Engineering. I have the Toptek PA-80U, an 80W UHF amp that's shown in the video (but not identified). I would have preferred a unit by Mirage, but they were not available when I was shopping. The D-1010-ATVN is not in stock, but appears to ship within 30 days. Its price appears to have come down since 2020-2023. Good Luck and thanks for visiting!
Saving for an all band myself.....HF gets ridiculous..
By "all band," do you mean a "shack in a box" such as the FT-991? I know a VHF rover who runs two of those in a 4Runner. Thanks for visiting!
@@StealthGTI I doubt my first hf rig will be that nice... depends on how patient I am , I guess..
Lol, never say never in ham radio and astronomy. It’s always a dynamic ….lol 73
Never... never done! ;-) Thanks for visiting.
😂 awesome.
Thanks for visiting!
"Over-equipped" is definitely under stated.
HAHA! It is! Thanks for visiting.
Do you know any good resources for finding firewall pass throughs on volkswagon vehicles? Just got a 2006 jetta tdi but don't have a ton of time with summer courses.
Thanks for the excellent video!
If you Jetta has an automatic transmission or DSG, then there's probably a nice big plug below the steering wheel port where the clutch pedal mechanism would pass. Have a look there. Otherwise, you'll need to try at the main harness. If it's like my Mk7, you'll need to remove the battery and peel back some insulation to see it. I have photos at stealthgti.com/12v-power-distribution/. Thanks for visiting!
It won't be much longer and someone will break in and steal a bunch of it !
That may be true! Thankfully, I don't live in an armpit and I remove the visible equipment anytime I park away from home. It's all quick-release for my convenience... and theirs. HAHA! Thanks for visiting!
On the GTI Forums..Help my gas mileage sucks and I can't figure out why?
Which GTI forums? VWV or GolfMk7? Please share specifics. Thanks for visiting!
What type of speed can you get up to on a Freeway with that setup? Is it hard going thru McDonalds?
80mph is a cinch. It's also illegal on most of the roads that I drive. The clearance is 8'3". So, most drive-thrus are good. Thanks for visiting!
Any problems at all with your mirage amp. I have been thinking of getting one but I am running a older icom ic-706 and only have 10 watts to put into a amp not sure how much output I could get.
No problems with my amp. However, if you have only 10 watts available, you'd be better served by a B-1018-G. It outputs the full 160 watts with only 8 watts in. Good Luck! -Scott, KE4WMF
A great insight into your equipment could you enlighten me on how you mount the heads of you radios on the dash pleaser 73 GW6BXU 🏴
I use ventilation mounts by ProClipUSA.com. See a clip at ruclips.net/video/CH4ivIHOUNs/видео.html for mild details. I need to create a new video to show my current mounting scheme in better detail. Thanks for visiting!
I have installed Yaesu FT 857D on my car. The front panel soon became barcoded due to sun light. Do you encounter this problem?
Yes. My radio is over 15 years old and has spent plenty of time in hot cars. I sent my radio to WD8BWW for repair. E-mail him through QRZ. He says the new part is an upgrade that's more durable. He's replaced plenty of these screens with the new part and has only seen two come back. One had been dropped quite violently and another had overheated when a nearby big-rig caught fire. That seems like a decent track record to me! Good Luck!
Given your comments about a “multi multi” FT-891 what do you think. of the FT-991A? Or is it maybe not ‘mobile’ enough?
I agree with your "not mobile enough" sentiment. The compact and remote display is part of the reason why I didn't choose the IC-7100. Still, should the contesting bug really hit me, I may try an FT-991 for part-time mobile use. Thanks for visiting!
Hello, I'm a fairly new general. Looking to install a 2 m/70 cm and ideally HF capable mobile rig into my car, which is currently a camry hybrid. Any recommendations as to the best all around mobile radio and antenna setup? I hear electrical noise from the alternator is an issue. And I really have no idea how to install an antenna on the car except via the moon-roof. I'd like a permanent installation though that doesn't involve ripping up the interior of the car's ceiling. Thanks -- Darin / KN6KLL
Hey Darin! When I had a Jetta (sedan), I chose to go with trunk mounts, first a lip mount and eventually a drilled NMO. Although the trunk is arguably not as effective as the roof (and barely), it certainly removes any risks associated with cutting a hole in the roof, especially with modern sunroofs and airbags. BTW, I do not have problems with alternator noise. Good Luck!
HELLO SIR AND EVERYONE HERE I HAVE A QUESTION PLEASE, CAN A START STOP VEHICLE USED FOR CHARGING A DUAL BATTERY SETUP PLEASE BECAUSE I THINK HAM RADIO WILL HAVE SOME ISSUE IF EVERYTIME THE VEHICLE START OR STOP
THANKING YOU IN ADVANCE
I use a DC-DC converter that manages all aspects of charging. I have a video in my KE4WMF playlist. In short, I think it will charge fine, albeit not when the engine is stopped. Thanks for visiting!
What do you keep in your ICECO VL-60D?
It's usually empty and off, but sometimes has soft drinks inside. To be honest, I find better value in keeping my smaller Dometic CFX3-35 in the car full time. It's easier to remove and install when I need to access things. Still, it's nice to have the VL-60D around in case I want more capacity. Thanks for visiting!
Unbelievable, but….. I get it
Thanks for visiting.
You need a smaller car, LOL!
HAHA! Getting everything sorted in a small car is a fun challenge. I guess it's similar to how Class B motorhome manufacturers work hard to pack everything into a smaller chassis.
What your wife think of car gadgets ?
She's a good sport about it. She has her own car. So, it stays completely stock and I get to go wild with my own. :-) Thanks for visiting!
That’s not mobile it’s nonsense and pointless
Have the "sad hams" found me? Welcome! The ARRL defines a mobile station as a "station which is contained in a legally licensed, self-propelled, land-based vehicle capable of movement before, after, or during the QSO and which provides all power to the radio equipment (no commercial or external electrical power...), and using only antennas mounted fully on the same mobile vehicle or a directly connected attachment and which moves together any time the vehicle is moved... Any contact made with antennas set-up or usable only when stopped to make the QSO (for example, a dipole or yagi) is classified as 'portable' and not 'mobile.'" TLDR: You're wrong. 🤪Thanks for visiting!
@@StealthGTI sorry about that, a bad day but that amount of kit caught me out. I’m not yet into ham etc but looking for a good mobile transceiver to learn on. Icom ic 705 is as much as I want to carry around. Anyway sorry about the comment it was not meant as it sounded.
@@dmtarry - I appreciate the follow-up! Just so you understand where I'm coming from, you may learn that some hams are know-it-alls who will tell you that you're doing it wrong, all while not being even a little helpful. Many of them have earned the title of "sad ham." Once you know this, you'll learn to ignore them and and gravitate toward the true Elmers. I took your comment as a sad ham comment and decided to poke back in fun. You and I are good, though. Best wishes in your IC-705 pursuit! -Scott