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Review Summary For : K9TW Hybrid Service
Reviews: 11MSRP:
Description:
Repair of Kenwood Hybrid Radios
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.k9tw.com
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WX7Q Rating: 2020-05-13
The best of the best... Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I purchased my TS -830S from the original owner in 1990. I was getting back onto the air after being away for a long long time. So, I thought it would be a good idea to send my TS-830S in for a checkup..figured it would be worth the wait. It was.

My experience mirrors the reviews prior to mine. Go read through them again. Terry kept me informed and issued a detailed repair report. Was it worth the cost?

YES...every penny. This says it all from K9TW...
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"You are fortunate to own a near pristine 7 Mil late production run unit."
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I give Terry my highest endorsement. He did a fantastic job. I feel lucky to own a radio that has been restored to original condition.

WX7Q
Jim
WX3G Rating: 2019-05-14
Excellent Service! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I sent Terry my TS820s transceiver that I bought in 1978 as the first and only owner. The rig was experiencing frequency stability issues arising from improper meshing of the main tuning capacitor. I sent the rig to Terry in pristine condition and it came back the same way but also electronically rejuvenated with replacement components and the frequency stability issues resolved. Terry was extremely proactive in diagnosing the issues and sending me a preliminary report with cost on the recommended repairs. I agreed to all of the repairs as the price was very reasonable and I have to say I am glad I went with the complete overhaul. This rig now sounds better than my trusty TS940SAT that has had its own share of electronic refurbishments. I highly and unequivocally recommend Terry’s service to anyone with the same passion as I have for classic Kenwood hybrid transceivers. Next in line for Terry will be my Gold Label TS830S ....
VE3OP Rating: 2018-11-22
Amazingly Good Service Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Terry overhauled, upgraded, re-capped, fixed and tuned my 35 year old Kenwood TS-830s. This is one of my 'keeper' radios, thus I wanted it working at its best, with reduced risk of something blowing up.

What thorough, professional and quality work Terry does. He has an eagle eye for detail and leaves no stone unturned. His multi-page custom repair reports are very detailed and provide recommendations on how to maintain your specific radio going forward.

His service turn around time was quite reasonable as were his fees.

Make sure to consult Terry ahead of time on how he wants the radio packed for the trip.

It would be very hard to find better service anywhere. I highly recommend that you send your treasured hybrid radio to Terry if you want it done right the first time.

Craig, VE3OP

W1WIU Rating: 2018-09-08
Brought my TS 530s back to life Time Owned: N.A.
After reading his web site Service Policy I decided to emailed Terry about repairing my Kenwood TS 530S that was showing a high voltage of only 400 volts, and had other issues. Terry responded and set a date for me to send him the radio. He was clear about a time frame and when he would be able to evaluate the rig. He also include his recommendations for proper packaging. Before starting to work on the rig,Terry sent a 6 page detailed "Service Report" outlining all the areas that he found that needed to be fixed along with a line by line cost. All it took was a "confirming" phone call, and Terry started to work on the rig.
The final product is fantastic !! All functions are working great !
Excellent communications, honest asesment,and fantastic repair work.
Do not even think about any other Kennwood Hybrid repair service, go to Terry.
KK4JJM Rating: 2018-08-12
Best Communication Ever! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
MY TS-830S was in need of repair with no power out and muted receive. Terry scheduled my repair and actually was able to start earlier. He sent me a 4 page list of repairs needed to completely repair my unit. I told him to do all of them and restore the radio's sensitivity and power. I paid him via paypal. My radio is back home and truly functions great. Terry takes time to do it right with each repair. Of the repairs I have had done, he leaves everyone else a distant 2nd. He also prices parts cheaper than I could buy them. Quality of workmanship is not dead.
KA3JLW Rating: 2017-02-01
820s Resurrected from the DEAD Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
My new call: W3MMM
My 820s had not seen a QSO in maybe 20 years. In that time it was, at times, stored in a damp garage, kicked around, seen 5 moves to different houses.

It was dead. I really thought the digital display was cooked, which can be fatal. It was certainly in need of a LOT of help.

Cue Terry, K9TW. In a phrase, Terry under promised and over delivered, setting realistic expectations along the way and being super communicative. And of course, in the end, it almost looks like my 820s was just pulled new from the box, and performs better than it ever did, even in its heyday.

I didn't realize how much this mattered to me (this radio was given to me 35 years ago by my grandfather) until I could fire it up and have my first QSO, answering a random CQ from Europe. Got a 'great audio' response. We said our 73s and I was satisfied. And then I entered the QSO into my logbook. What's this?? I've worked this ham before?? and it was ...32 years ago...with that same rig, back before I almost killed it!! Whoa!!!

In short, I think Terry not only fixes radios but turns them into time traveling machines! :)

I'm an admitted appliance operator, more of an antenna guy. Terry stepped me through things when/if I needed it.

If you have a Kenwood hybrid, Terry is your guy.
NA5J Rating: 2016-10-15
Great Service Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I sent my TS-520S to Terry to have it aligned. I could not be more happier with his service. He communicated with me every step of the way. He did a preliminary test and suggested what repairs need to be done. He left it up to me which ones I wanted to be done. He spent a week with my radio and in the end it's working like new. I would recommend that if you love your Kenwood like I do (it was my first radio)then let Terry look at it. You won't be disappointed
KI4DH Rating: 2016-05-01
KENWOOD 830 REPAIR Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
I SENT MY AGED KENWOOD 830 TO TERRY FOR REPAIR.
HE REPLACED THE POWER SUPPLY CAPS AND ALSO
FOUND PROBLEMS ON THE IF BOARD. HE ALSO DID
A COMPLETE ALIGNEMENT. TERRY KEPT ME INFORMED
FROM THE TIME HE RECEIVED THE 830 TILL THE
REPAIR WAS COMPLETE.
THE KENWOOD 830S WORKS AND SOUNDS GREAT.
HE IS A GREAT GUY TO DEAL WITH AND I WOULD NOT
HESITATE TO CALL ON HIM FOR HIS SERVICES AGAIN.
THANKS, TERRY
JIM / KI4DH
WU3D Rating: 2016-03-05
Wonderful Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Just wanted to leave feedback for Terry K9TW. I sent my Kenwood TS-830s to him for repair and upgrades to the caps. He found a few other things that had escaped my notice in 12 years of ownership of this rig ! Nothing escapes his eye when he goes over a radio ! I have waited a bit before giving this review so that I could have time operating the radio since he repaired it. It works flawlessly ! Absolutly fantastic job ! A great guy to deal with and I would not hesitate at all to go back to him again if I ever need to. I have already reccomended him to a few other hams. If you want it done right go to Terry. Go to K9TW Hybrid Service !
N2FLP Rating: 2015-11-04
Hybrid Expert in the First Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Terry has helped me many times. I'm not only impressed with his knowledge, but also his patience and absolute thoroughness when answering questions. I've learned a great deal from him and I have no doubt his work would be beyond first rate.

Kevin - N2FLP