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Review Summary For : Electronic Equipment Servicing - WA4GEG
Reviews: 130MSRP:
Description:
160~6 meter Yaesu SSB/CW Transceiver Repair
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.HamRadioBug.com
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DJX Rating: 2006-06-21
Professional - Honest - Reasonable Rates Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Byron at his shop.. I felt that it was time for an alignment and "check up" on my FT-1000MP and FT-1000D.. After reading the reviews here on Eham and being referred to Byron "on the air", I decided to contact Mr. Campbell..

I contacted Byron via email and explained that I did not want to ship these big radios even though I do know how to package very well.. We set an appointment for a Saturday "drop off".. I am fortunate to live within a reasonable distance of Byron (about a 4 hour drive one way), and had no problem driving the rigs to his shop to avoid shipping them.. I am very picky with my equipment and did not want to ship the rigs nor would I let just any technician or repair facility service my radios..

Byron performed the alignments/tune/checkup on both rigs; did the key click mod on the MP, and had the rigs ready for me to pick up when he had stated he would.. The actual cost was less than his original estimate, and he provided a service invoice for each rig which included detailed information on service work performed, rig specs, and parts and labor costs.. His work was excellent with reasonable rates, and fast turnaround time..

I now know why some hams on the West Coast, who actually live very close to Yaesu, package their Yaesu rigs up and ship them to Byron for repair or service.......

Bottom Line:
Byron is a super nice individual.. He is honest, his rates are reasonable and he does excellent work.. I honestly believe he treats each rig that he handles/repairs as if it were his own radio.. Byron has my highest recommendations for anyone needing repair or service work..

It was a pleasure meeting Byron and I will definitely be seeking his expertise in the future for any repairs, alignment, etc. that I may need..

Great Job Byron.. Keep Up The Great Work..

Best Regards To All,

CJ
W4DJX

W4LEF Rating: 2006-06-20
Outstanding Service ! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I recently encountered a problem with the "Lady of the House's FT-900." She had the radio installed in her Mercury Cougar and purchased a new Ford Escape. The rig was working perfectly when we removed it from the Cougar and installed it in the Escape. I turned the power switch on and nothing happened! NO Power anywhere! I'm a fair technician but this one had me stumped! Checked eham.net for repair information, and discovered Byron,WA4GEG. He was the only business that had almost all 5's for a rating so I gave him a call. The rest is exactly like the other reviews..He had it repaired and on it's way back to me in a couple of weeks and at a very acceptable price ! I can't say enough about his professionalism ! I was kept informed every step of the process and I can recommend him as the only technician I would ever call again. Thanks Bryon.
N0SNX Rating: 2006-05-05
EXCELLENT Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
EXCELLENT Service!!!.

Contacted Bryon via email with the problem I was having and he said "NO PROBLEM... just send it to me and I'll get it fixed."
Shipped radio and got it back within 1 1/2 weeks. Very fast turn around time. Radio is like new again. Bryon is the best. GREAT SERVICE!!!
K7RAN Rating: 2006-04-11
20+ year testimonial Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I've known Byron for more than 20 years. In those days he lived right in the middle of Knoxville. What a terrific guy. He is meticulous and reads schematics the way a concert pianist reads sheet music. Moreover, he is one of the nicest, most respectful people I've ever known. Byron fixed more than a couple of problem radios for me way back when. (Byron if you're reading this, it's Randy, formerly WA4FJF.) I'm glad to see that Byron's excellent work continues. -- K7RAN
N1FTE Rating: 2006-04-09
Quality Service!!! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
My Yaesu FT-900CAT developed a problem that kept the unit from powering up. I sent the radio to Yaesu repair, but it was promptly shipped back to me with a note stating the radio was too old and Yaesu could not fix it.

In my frustration I asked on a forum who might be able to fix my poor sick radio and WA4GEG came highly recommended!

I sent Byron an email describing my problem and in his reply he instructed me to ship the radio out whenever it was ready. He gave me a rough estimate (based on my description of the problem) a rough idea on turn-around time and told me that if the cost was going to be more than the estimate, he would get in touch with me.

The radio was shipped the following day and when it arrived at Byron's shop, he sent an email confirming receipt. We communicated a few more times over the course of the next couple weeks after Byron found a couple of other problems with the radio. Byron then fixed all the problems and shipped the radio back all within the expected turn-around time.

When the radio came back it worked better than when I bought it new! Byron included a detailed description of everything he did to the radio (which included a complete alignment!) along with a list or parts used. I could not be happier with my EES experience! Byron has a 5.0 rating for a reason, he earns it! Thanks Byron!!!
W5NA Rating: 2006-04-08
Yaesu HF FT1000D Transceiver Repair Time Owned: more than 12 months.
When my FT1000D Receiver section failed during a QSO I had no idea as to who could service it. I checked the e-ham.net equipment reviews and under Equipment Service Shops one stood out clearly above the others, WA4GEG, Byron Campbell. In fact he had 4 pages of solid 5.0 comments and not a single comment that was negative or anything other than a 5.0..

I contacted Byron via e-mail and explained my perception of the problem and he gave me an estimate of repair charges as well as Repair Time.

Shipped the FT1000D to him on March 1, 2006 and 3 weeks later had it back in my shack. Byron made shipping recommendations and even sent me an e-mail confirming he had received the unit in good shape. Upon completing the repairs, he sent me an e-mail advising it was fixed and briefly what he did to repair it. Upon receiving it back from him there was a very detailed explanation of the work he did, the parts that were replaced and their costs
as well as his actual labor hours required and its cost. All came in at less than his estimate. His service turn around time was exactly as he had indicated. He even performed an alignment and measured the receiver sensitivity. The FT1000D works as good as or perhaps better than it did when I got it new from Yaesu.

I've been licensed since 1947 and over the years have kept up my own equipment but due to my aging and my current eyesight, felt I needed to get someone and Byron Campbell was my choice based on the reviews here on e-ham.net. I
made the right selection and can simply affirm that the 4 pages of solid 5.0's from those who have used him are well deserved. He is the one you want to use on HF Yaesu equipment. I've added my 5.0 to the reviews and truly appreciate his committment and dedication to providing good service as well as e-ham.nets efforts to assist the amateur community with these type reviews.

J. Leon Pringle, Jr W5NA
KG4-CXA Rating: 2006-02-25
Cant say enough good! Time Owned: N.A.
Byron completely rebuilt my yaesu ft-990 with fast turn around and good price for what he had to do.He rebuilt the rf unit,power transistors,drivers and predrivers.Not to mention the low pass issues.He communicates very well and has my service for as long as hes in business.haha-sorry byron im young and you'll be hearing from me alot.I drove down and picked up the rig and glad i got to shake his hand.Very good tech and general person.His shack is spotless and i promise ya hes the one u want working on ur rig while keeping it mint.Tnx byron!
WA4OTF Rating: 2006-02-22
Excellent work, highly recommend Time Owned: N.A.
Byron did an outstanding job of repairing my FT-840 including fast turnaround, excellent communication and great pricing for the completed work. I would highly recommend his service.
KA1RBC Rating: 2006-02-20
Excellent Job Performance Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I was referanced to Byron , and I'm glad I got the tip. He was very professional in his communications , and obviously his work - because I am no doubt a happy customer . Well, happy that Byron bailed me out , sad because I had to create business for him by being a dummy and messing up my radio !
Really , he's great to work with !
KA4RRU Rating: 2006-02-20
Super work! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I highly recommend Byron for his high quality work. In talking to W4RM about where to get my FT-1000D repaired, he told me that he had just had an FT-1000 worked on by Byron and was very pleased with the work. So I contacted Byron by email and sent off the radio .. when I got it back I thought I had a new radio! wow! very impressive. I have since then had two other radios worked on by Byron. An FT-902DM (now looks and sounds like it is brand new out of the box!)and an FRG-7 which is now a super hot RX from LW - NDB - BCB - Ham and SW. Thanks Byron for your great work!