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Easyturtle
New member
Username: Easyturtle
Post Number: 7
Registered: 4-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, May 18, 2006 - 11:50 am: | 
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I am looking for a good linear for a mobile system. I am currently running a Stryker SR440hp. Dead keys around 2 watts swings to around 50. I am looking for somewhere around 200+ watts, and not wanting to spend a small fortune. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. |
Bruce
Senior Member
Username: Bruce
Post Number: 3855
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, May 18, 2006 - 2:05 pm: |
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except for ham amps not many will take 50 watts ....... look at ameritron als-500m |
Simpleman
Junior Member
Username: Simpleman
Post Number: 49
Registered: 2-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, May 18, 2006 - 5:32 pm: |
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Look at the X-Force 200HD or a DaveMade M200. I believe they take that 50 Watts ? With a AM radio with out SSB they should suite your needs. If you might get into SSBing one day , Look at the Magna Force 350, Its a great little amp. |
Easyturtle
New member
Username: Easyturtle
Post Number: 8
Registered: 4-2006
| | Posted on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 12:42 am: |
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Thanks for the input, does anyone have a good source for the amps? Does Cooper sell them? If so where can I find them on coopers site? |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 10034
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:12 am: |
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Easyturtle,
Just go to the MAIN COPPER PAGE at: www.copperelectronics.com
Then in the Product Search Box just type in: w90
Hope this help's,
Lon
Tech808
CEF808
N9CEF
CVC#2 |
Vanillagorilla
Advanced Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 574
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 4:59 am: |
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I would think having turn down your 50watter just to do 200 is a waste of money. I'd recommend something a little larger to make a difference.
A Texas star DX500 comes to mind if you want a unit from Copper.
Probably run you around $100 more than a run of the mill 200-250 but at least you won't have to turn down your radio to 20w swing and it will let you take better advantage of what your radio has to offer not to mention the higher quality built in.
A DX500 is also in the "safer" zone as far as amp draw goes...much larger and you start taxing your charging system. It will also make a bigger difference over a 200w when trying to get out there on "muddy" days  .
Just my 2 cents
Hank |
Easyturtle
New member
Username: Easyturtle
Post Number: 9
Registered: 4-2006
| | Posted on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 10:17 am: |
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Thanks for the quick replies. Question for Tech808 and Vanilla on the Texas star are there any modifications I have to do on this end to make this amp work. Or will Cooper do the conversion for me? If it is something I have to do how difficult is the CW Transmitter To AMP Conversion to do. I was on CB tricks looking at the texas star page. |
Wally38
Intermediate Member
Username: Wally38
Post Number: 110
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Friday, May 19, 2006 - 1:01 pm: |
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I just bought the Texas Star Amp and I've only had it about a week now. I am VERY happy with it. Goes GREAT with my Magnum S9. I didn't have to do any conversion. She worked right out of the box. |
Kid_vicious
Senior Member
Username: Kid_vicious
Post Number: 1643
Registered: 9-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, May 21, 2006 - 1:19 am: |
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easyturtle,
if you buy the amp from copper; then the mod is already done for you.
i have to agree with vanillagorilla on this one.
going from 50 to 200 watts is going to gain you 1 S-unit on the receive end.
to me, thats not really worth the investment.
i think the DX500 is a great choice, and that is as small as i would go. 600 watts+ would be great.
VG has the key!
matt |
Vanillagorilla
Advanced Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 582
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Monday, May 22, 2006 - 4:40 am: |
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..... now if I could only get the amp  |
Wally38
Intermediate Member
Username: Wally38
Post Number: 112
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Monday, May 22, 2006 - 9:35 pm: |
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I just hooked my Magnum S9 up in my truck with my Texas Star 500V and a 102" whip on the stakehole right behind me on the bedrail. I can't believe how good I get out!!! I talk skip whenever I want now! Just hope I don't fry my brain with the antenna being so close to me lol |
Hotwire
Senior Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 1397
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 - 11:58 am: |
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Wally38, The 500V is awesome is it not? First time I hooked mine up in the mobile I was amazed and thats with just a 148. I bet your S9 screams! Hey don't worry about the RF exposure! Been hitting the back of my mellon with 500pep for months. Look at me! No dain bramage here! |
Road_warrior
Senior Member
Username: Road_warrior
Post Number: 1511
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 - 10:22 pm: |
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Alot people around here have Texas Star
Amps. They do great! 
"RF exposure! Been hitting the back of my mellon with 500pep for months. Look at me! No dain bramage here!"
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Dale
Intermediate Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 418
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, May 25, 2006 - 10:31 am: |
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i agree texasstar 500v is the way 2 go |
Pistonpopper
Junior Member
Username: Pistonpopper
Post Number: 31
Registered: 1-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, June 01, 2006 - 10:31 pm: |
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With a TS DX500V can I run it without having to get a bigger alternator or extra battery? I have a 100 amp alternator right now in a 90 Ford Taurus. |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 2918
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Friday, June 02, 2006 - 3:55 pm: |
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you should be fine, piston....make sure battery is in good shape & biggest that will fit in car. |
