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| Reviews Summary for LPC Wireless, KI4NR |
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Reviews: 95
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Average rating: 5.0/5
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MSRP: $40/Hr
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Description: Repair Service for Yaesu and Kenwood HF Equipment and most Icom's. Custom Performance modifications, SSB Hi Fi Audio work,
Lightning damage. Specializing in Restoration/Repairs of the Classic Kenwood TS-940, TS-930 and Yaesu FT-102 HF Transceivers.
Very reasonable rates.
Contact Info: 386-774-9921 or lpcwireless@cfl.rr.com
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More info: http://www.qsl.net/ki4nr/index.htm
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WW4US
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 18, 2009 18:18
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ICOM IC-781 Repair
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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John has repaired and aligned several of my radios in the past.I was not sure if he wanted to work on my 781 . Not too many people will touch a 781. But John said no problem and tackled the radio. I was having problems with my CRT, and power out. A few finals later and some mods to the carrier and few adjustments and it's back up and running. Now this rig is performing like new! Send it to LPC Wireless!! You will not be disappointed! Great job on the Icom IC-781
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KK4FU
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 10, 2009 06:51
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The best repairs,fastest turnaround great service KK4FU
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Problems Found:
Receiver distortion/oscillation, Squelch not working, Display Lamps out, Attenuator not functioning, Bent control shafts
(1) Receiver distortion was caused by improper operation of the DDS sub loop in the main PLL of radio.
Problem was corrected by resoldering the Resister D/A block, also Resolder DDS Block in the carrier oscillator.
Also reflowed any suspect connections as needed
Adjust VCO lock voltage to spec
(2) Squelch not operating and interfering with Receiver AGC circuit.
3 electrolytic capacitors defective, Leaked there paste material on circuit board. Corroded & damaging traces and plated
thru holes. Repaired traces, replaced 3 capacitors and fix 15 plated thru holes. Cleaned board.
(3) Attenuator not functioning: Replace two open SMD resistors on main board
(4) Main Display lamps out: Replaced SMD transistor and one leaking electrolytic capacitor, Fix damage traces.
Cleaned board, Replaced four Lamps
(5) Straighten Both Front panel controls AF/ SQL & RIT/ IF Shift
(6) Set power to 120 watts
Calibrated Reference Oscillator to WWV
Adjust S Meter 50 Microvolt for S-9
Lubed encoder
Replaced rounded covers screws as needed
Checked for all functions and long term tested for hours: OK
Cleaned Radio
$165.00 Parts and labor.. If this rig would have gone to any other place it would have been junked because they would not have put the time ito these repairs.Mike KK4FU
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N0UN
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 23, 2009 16:07
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Excellent Ham Radio Repair Service by KI4NR
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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John (KI4NR) repaired my FT-990 and I couldn't be more pleased with his work or pricing.
Repair work performed on Yaesu FT-990
(1) Disassemble front panel: Replaced defective VOX transistor BA1A4M on switch unit
(2) Removed control unit: Replaced discharge Lithium battery (Used higher mAh capacity unit)
(3) Adjusted USB / LSB Carrier point for best audio response & symmetry
Adjusted IF shift for centering
Calibrated S meter 50 microvolt for S-9
Set power to 110 watts
Adjusted power meter
Adjusted Transmit gain per band
Reference frequency oscillator calibrated to WWV
Cleaned radio
Radio checked out and all normal
$105.00 Parts & Labor
AND he kept the price of repairs to $105 for everything you just read!
Awesome job, great tech and fast turn around time. I highly recommend John and his radio repair service!
NĜUN, Wayne
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N4SUB
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 22, 2009 02:50
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THE BEST!!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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John has repaired and aligned several of my radios to factory plus specs. When I sent him my ICOM 781 I thought this would be the day he would tell me "no hope". Not too many people will touch a 781. But John said no problem and tackled the radio. Now this rig is performing like better than new!! Tnx John-you are "the best". I highly recommend any repair work that you need--send it to LPC Wireless!! You will not be disappointed!
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AE4DL
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 31, 2009 14:51
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John is the best
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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John did it again. I took a Kenwood Ts-940s that was broke and when I received it back it ran and looked like a brand new radio. This is the 3rd radio I've taken to him, a Yeasu FT 1000MP Mk5 and a Kenwood Ts-440s were the others. I have also sent other hams to him and they all were well pleased. Thanks again John.
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KG4ZFU
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 30, 2009 12:13
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ic706mk2g back on the air
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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If you are wondering if John works on your particular rig, just contact him and ask. I was ready to ship my 706mk2g across the country to have the finals replaced by Icom but John had it fixed before it could have arrived at Icom for an estimate. Fast, reliable and cost effective, John is the best. My ts430 was repaired, cleaned and aligned 3 years ago by John and it has not skipped a beat yet....
Thank you, KG4ZFU
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KC2PQI
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 27, 2009 17:49
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he is a person you can trust for your radio repairs.
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I sent my TS850Kenwoods out for repair by John. One week later I had It back all repaired and looking like brand new. I am recomending LPC Wireless to all my friends. He even answered my calls and kept me updated. Good to do business with such a honest and trusting person.
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W9ILY
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 27, 2009 10:09
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A TS-570 Success!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I contacted John regarding what appeared to be an automatic antenna tuner problem on my 570. John agreed to check it out, even though he was overloaded with work. He sure did, found multiple problems and got it back to me quickly. Honestly, it's working MUCH better than when I first bought it (used) and now has full power output. I was not aware there was even an output power issue! John is knowledgeable, professional and does a great job at a most reasonable cost. Thanks, John.
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K4GED
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 24, 2009 09:23
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Icom IC-718
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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John repaired my damaged Icom 718 quickly and at a very reasonable price. He had great communications with me and I recommend his services. He will be my repair source in the future.
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KK4SI
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 10, 2009 17:37
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FP 29 power supply
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Hard hit by lightning,so bad parts were rattling around in side.John had it going in less than a week,most of that time waiting for parts.
Works as good as or better than new(if you could even get a new one)and as clean as a pin.
Thanks John,excellent job.You have all of my business from now one.
Excellent person to deal with.
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