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Within these pages, I talk about all the ways I have found to enjoy our fantastic hobby with the intention of sharing ideas and also learning by doing and then sharing what I’ve learned with others.
LATEST POSTS
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Replacing Begali Simplex Feet
Got a Begali Simplex with the original feet attached? Does it move around too much on every surface you set it on? Here’s how to fix that.
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Expired Ham – Vol. 2 Iss. 12
I’ve got good news to share this week. I’ve completed my FT-891 mobile install!
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Expired Ham – Vol. 2 Iss. 11
I attended my first hamfest this weekend. Found some great deals and had fun helping my club out with running the equipment sales.
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Expired Ham – Vol. 2 Iss. 10
What is APRS used for? I have no idea. Winterfest is coming (although it’s more like Springfest this year with these temperatures!) Want to win a new ICOM IC-7300 MKII? Read on to find out how.
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Expired Ham – Vol. 2 Iss. 9
I thought Phil saw his shadow? What’s with these lovely outside temperatures?
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Yaesu FT-891 Mobile Installation – Part 1
In part one of this multi-part series, I start the process of installing the venerable Yaesu FT-891 mobile HF rig and ATAS-120a antenna into my car. Fun times all around!
About K2MAS
K2MAS is Matthew Swint. Matthew has been a licensed amateur radio operator since September 2014 when the FCC granted him General class privileges and the callsign of KM4EHD, which he changed to K2MAS in 2022. In 2025, Matthew earned an Amateur Extra class license.
You can find K2MAS on Instagram and on QRZ.com.
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