Thank you again sir for your time and resources going into this radio. You made the process easy and effortless. I know this will not be the last time you will be doing a radio for me. Talk to you soon. 73
Welcome to the airwaves. Started driving and chatterbox chatting full time at 22yrs old. Now retired in my late 60's. You picked a great radio and an awesome tech. 73. 😑🦗
Outstanding video! Dig the handles. I have those on my FT-891, FT-991A and IC-7300. As for the CB world looking at picking up a RCI-2970N3. Keep making these outstanding videos!
Man thanks for posting this level of detailed info. I just bought a Lincoln 2+ with the cb mod. Your channel just popped up the day I'm about to instal in my truck and man you really dropped some bombs on me. This is my first big radio and you really explain the ins and outs of the radio.
Thanks for the tutorial! Per the schematic, the addition of a 1k resistor forms a voltage divider with a 10kΩ resistor connected to the 5v regulator. Without the jumper (resistor), the radio sees a logic high at 5v via that 10k resistor. With the 1k resistor in place, the resistor drops the voltage at that point to 0.45v for logic low. If the total resistance is 11kΩ, the total current is 5v / 11kΩ = 0.4545mA. Since there is only 1/11 of that 5v (0.4545v) appearing across the 1k resistor, the power dissipated in it is 0.4545v x 0.0004545A = 0.2mW. So a 1w resistor is a bit extreme... If they thought the average CB'er (who these are really marketed toward) could work with SMDs, those through hole part vias wouldn't even be there since it is just a CMOS logic level signal.
I have this radio and Did the conversion but other than that it is stock. This radio is great, I've made tons of contacts both on CB and 10 Meter. Great radio, President is knocking them out of the park with quality stuff. Great video Thx.
Just came across your video when I was looking up a cb with Ham to put in my semi and really just learning bout all these different radios and trying to find the right one. Anyways loved this video so I had to subscribe
I've been watching you vids, and want you to be the guy to work on my stuff. I have a farm operation and need several units operating. I'd like make contact to explain my needs. I have my first Lincoln 2+, and want to set up at least one more, plus some units with amps to put on tractors. How can I get in contact to discuss my needs?
Definitely not a stupid question brother, but when you convert these radios you only gain the 11 meter band, you lose no bands and no modes sir. AM/ FM/ SSB is all active.👍🏻
Nice! Mic question: I have not seen a video of anyone using a desk mic on an Anytone, Lincoln, or Stryker. Thinking of getting a lincoln and using as a base. Will a Turner desk mic work on this?
I have an old 80’s era President Lincoln that still works but I have been thinking about replacing it with the Lincoln II+ or another brand, if I do decide to get the Lincoln II+ would you be able to tune and align it?
@@GroundControl204 I have a 955. I hooked it up and it blew the fuse. Replaced the fuse and won’t turn on. Before this it say in a upstairs bedroom so I need to get it repaired. Something you’d do? I’d actually wanna sell it as I’ll be done trucking in October.
It’s called reversed polarity, hooking up the power cable backwards will blow a diode easy. You will blow the fuse on the power cord as well and it will not power back up until the DC protection diode is replaced and the fuse as well. I stopped the repair service 5 years ago, you can send it to me but if there is more damage than what I expect in my previous statement I’ll just send it back to you, I’m so busy with fully functional radios that need tuning and customizing I literally have no time for true repair troubleshooting, which can take days or even weeks depending on the damage. Groundcontrol204@icloud.com
@@GroundControl204 it 100% wasn’t hooked up backwards. I’ve been trying to get to Walcott to drop it off but you seem to know your shit and I just listen to your vids podcast style while I drive. Lol. I’ll think about it. I don’t want to take your time away from production. Thank you.
As usual, another great and informative video Mike. 👏👏👏 To the young man that this video was made for, I have a word for you... Be thankful that you're informed with this kind of honest tech work so early into this hobby. Stick with 204 and others like him and you'll save yourself tons of cash, frustration and confusion. I got my first CB radio 37 years ago and dealt with different so-called techs over the years and in honestly only two of them truly knew their stuff. Unfortunately they've both passed away. This channel keeps things on topic and honest. Mike I know you'll read this post eventually and I have a small request. I'm sure there are other radio-heads other than myself that would like to see a video about radio reception. Like, which radio do you think has the best receive (new or old) and should a receive section of a radio ever be tweaked. I was really spoiled by a couple of my old Cobra 2000's years ago by having such a low noise floor with hardly any white noise. You get the idea. Sorry for such a long post, keep the vids coming. Peace and 73 from 251! 🤙
It’s made of Black tempered glass and the shelves are adjustable as well. Here’s the link👇🏻 www.ebay.com/itm/124352541100?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=8bZP1fjkSaa&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=yjbo8mqdtp6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
With an RF sampler, one rated for wattage that can handle whatever amount suits your needs, do not hook up a radio directly to an oscilloscope or you will damage the test equipment. 73
He started out Radio with a damned good unit. I love mine and 204 did my setup up right. I get good AM results and SSB contacts. Welcome to the real CB world and get ready to spend money. I still look at and buy them. Good job, brother.
I have 2 of these radios one converted one unconverted I like them I'm not impressed with the echo on it you can't dial it in to your liking without going through all these steps but other then that its a OK radio
As long as they are fully functional I’ll be glad to take on the job. All “repair specific” radios are referred to Theradiogarage.com for future reference
Thank you again sir for your time and resources going into this radio. You made the process easy and effortless. I know this will not be the last time you will be doing a radio for me. Talk to you soon. 73
Hey Jack, thank you for your business sir. It was a pleasure working on this radio, get ready for some decent skip rolling in this spring bro. 73
Welcome to the airwaves. Started driving and chatterbox chatting full time at 22yrs old. Now retired in my late 60's. You picked a great radio and an awesome tech. 73. 😑🦗
Outstanding video! Dig the handles. I have those on my FT-891, FT-991A and IC-7300. As for the CB world looking at picking up a RCI-2970N3. Keep making these outstanding videos!
Just found your show. Loved it! Thanks!
Thanks for tuning in sir. 73👋🏻
Man thanks for posting this level of detailed info. I just bought a Lincoln 2+ with the cb mod. Your channel just popped up the day I'm about to instal in my truck and man you really dropped some bombs on me. This is my first big radio and you really explain the ins and outs of the radio.
Well thanks a lot for tuning in sir, you have yourself one fine radio, a solid performer. 73👋🏻
Thanks for the tutorial! Per the schematic, the addition of a 1k resistor forms a voltage divider with a 10kΩ resistor connected to the 5v regulator. Without the jumper (resistor), the radio sees a logic high at 5v via that 10k resistor. With the 1k resistor in place, the resistor drops the voltage at that point to 0.45v for logic low. If the total resistance is 11kΩ, the total current is 5v / 11kΩ = 0.4545mA. Since there is only 1/11 of that 5v (0.4545v) appearing across the 1k resistor, the power dissipated in it is 0.4545v x 0.0004545A = 0.2mW. So a 1w resistor is a bit extreme... If they thought the average CB'er (who these are really marketed toward) could work with SMDs, those through hole part vias wouldn't even be there since it is just a CMOS logic level signal.
I have this radio and Did the conversion but other than that it is stock. This radio is great, I've made tons of contacts both on CB and 10 Meter. Great radio, President is knocking them out of the park with quality stuff. Great video Thx.
How hard is it to switch back and forth between 10 and 11 meter
Just came across your video when I was looking up a cb with Ham to put in my semi and really just learning bout all these different radios and trying to find the right one. Anyways loved this video so I had to subscribe
Thanks a lot for tuning in and subbing. 73👋🏻
Excellent video - I am new to CB and this is a great video. Thank you for being clear, concise and educational.
Thank you sir. 73
Welcome to the air jack.enjoy this channel.thanks for your content.just got one of these myself.im subscribed.
Welcome to the hobby jack!
386 Tinman wavin.
Yeah sifting thru the bs is very tough when your new.
Hey Ground Control 204 is great video, looks great and thank you for this informative video.
Hats off.Best video on the web.Thanks.
Thank you sir, that’s an awesome compliment. 73 👋🏻
You said "Hold onto Something.". I caught that.
Welcome to the hobby...73' from Whiskey November 115, maybe catch you on the airways sometime.
I love that radio
I've been watching you vids, and want you to be the guy to work on my stuff. I have a farm operation and need several units operating. I'd like make contact to explain my needs. I have my first Lincoln 2+, and want to set up at least one more, plus some units with amps to put on tractors. How can I get in contact to discuss my needs?
Wow! I have been using a stock President Lincoln II+ for a few months now and would love to send it in to you some time.
Groundcontrol204@icloud.com
This maybe a stupid question. Can you use FM on the 11m band after the conversion?
Definitely not a stupid question brother, but when you convert these radios you only gain the 11 meter band, you lose no bands and no modes sir. AM/ FM/ SSB is all active.👍🏻
When someone says your peaks -- negative AND positive -- are gorgeous, you can't help but feel the love..
73 👋🏻
Awesome video mike
Nice! Mic question: I have not seen a video of anyone using a desk mic on an Anytone, Lincoln, or Stryker. Thinking of getting a lincoln and using as a base. Will a Turner desk mic work on this?
Welcome to the C.B. Waven from Southern California
I have an old 80’s era President Lincoln that still works but I have been thinking about replacing it with the Lincoln II+ or another brand, if I do decide to get the Lincoln II+ would you be able to tune and align it?
Of course! It all starts with an email sir. Groundcontrol204@icloud.com
@@GroundControl204 Thank you. 🤜🏽🤛🏽
So quick question, looking at this or the AT6666. Using a Stryker A10 antenna for CB in a semi. What would you recommend?
I’m not a fan of the anytone what so ever, Lincoln 2+ is a better radio. But my #1 recommendation is still the Stryker 955.
@@GroundControl204 I have a 955. I hooked it up and it blew the fuse. Replaced the fuse and won’t turn on. Before this it say in a upstairs bedroom so I need to get it repaired. Something you’d do? I’d actually wanna sell it as I’ll be done trucking in October.
It’s called reversed polarity, hooking up the power cable backwards will blow a diode easy. You will blow the fuse on the power cord as well and it will not power back up until the DC protection diode is replaced and the fuse as well. I stopped the repair service 5 years ago, you can send it to me but if there is more damage than what I expect in my previous statement I’ll just send it back to you, I’m so busy with fully functional radios that need tuning and customizing I literally have no time for true repair troubleshooting, which can take days or even weeks depending on the damage.
Groundcontrol204@icloud.com
@@GroundControl204 it 100% wasn’t hooked up backwards. I’ve been trying to get to Walcott to drop it off but you seem to know your shit and I just listen to your vids podcast style while I drive. Lol. I’ll think about it. I don’t want to take your time away from production. Thank you.
As usual, another great and informative video Mike. 👏👏👏
To the young man that this video was made for, I have a word for you... Be thankful that you're informed with this kind of honest tech work so early into this hobby. Stick with 204 and others like him and you'll save yourself tons of cash, frustration and confusion. I got my first CB radio 37 years ago and dealt with different so-called techs over the years and in honestly only two of them truly knew their stuff. Unfortunately they've both passed away. This channel keeps things on topic and honest.
Mike I know you'll read this post eventually and I have a small request. I'm sure there are other radio-heads other than myself that would like to see a video about radio reception. Like, which radio do you think has the best receive (new or old) and should a receive section of a radio ever be tweaked. I was really spoiled by a couple of my old Cobra 2000's years ago by having such a low noise floor with hardly any white noise. You get the idea. Sorry for such a long post, keep the vids coming. Peace and 73 from 251! 🤙
Another great vid. I've noticed you use a Ranger SRA-198 when testing. Is that your choice of handheld mics? I have one myself.
Yes sir, best handheld mic on the market Sra-198. 73
@@GroundControl204 how did you get it to work with the Lincoln? I can only find 4 pin versions?
Once you make this CB Conversion, do you retain the 10 meter band?
You will not lose the 10 meter band at all sir
Thank you for asking that question
I am looking for 10 meter rig that used on 11meter too
I'm in the UK and ours comes with a white wire, that you have to snip. I also own one of these radios
nice piece of equip u got on top lolol
Thanks, a good guy traded me that. 73 lol
What sort of stackable stand is that holding your O-scope?
It’s made of Black tempered glass and the shelves are adjustable as well. Here’s the link👇🏻
www.ebay.com/itm/124352541100?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=8bZP1fjkSaa&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=yjbo8mqdtp6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
@@GroundControl204 Thanks!
Quick question. How do you connect radio to oscope?
With an RF sampler, one rated for wattage that can handle whatever amount suits your needs, do not hook up a radio directly to an oscilloscope or you will damage the test equipment. 73
@@GroundControl204 thanx 👍🏽
He started out Radio with a damned good unit.
I love mine and 204 did my setup up right.
I get good AM results and SSB contacts.
Welcome to the real CB world and get ready to spend money. I still look at and buy them.
Good job, brother.
Is that smaller than a stryker 447 hpc? I just bought a Lincoln for a mobile hope she fits
Probably around the same dimension’s or exactly the same. The term for them are called “Din sized” radios. 73👋🏻
New comer just starting just retired getting my ham and radio’s soon
Welcome to the hobby sir, and also congratulations on your retirement. 👋🏻
I’m trying to decide between the Lincoln 2 plus or the anytone 6666, any suggestions??
I don’t like the anytones what so ever, quality control is just not there. 73
awesome video sir
Thanks John, I appreciate your time and comment. 73👋🏻
How can I get in touch with you about my president lincoln 2 plus? I don't have Facebook.
Groundcontrol204@icloud.com
@@GroundControl204 I need the out the door price for the president lincoln 2 plus with your tuning done. Thanks
@@bondo9380 Everything is discussed in email sir.
Is there any reason I couldn’t put that resistor on a micro switch to be able to easily put it back to 10m ?
Unnecessary work because you don’t lose 10 meters after the conversion.
@@GroundControl204 ah ha. Perfect. Thanks for clarifying. That’s ideal. I’ll be using 11m now and 10m later. Awesome. Subbed. Thanks again bro.
I have a president Richard from Zane Johnson I like those handle 's
If you hit the DOWN arrow cbpasswd is only one click ✌🏻
Hy Sir, Lincoln 2+ or CRTSS9900???????
Lincoln 2+ will out talk that 9900 any day. 73
I have 2 of these radios one converted one unconverted I like them I'm not impressed with the echo on it you can't dial it in to your liking without going through all these steps but other then that its a OK radio
Hi
73 👋🏻
Hi the handles can you get them in uk or is it just usa
The seller is on eBay, just search cb radio rack handles. I’m sorry I can’t find the link to share with you. 73
Want too send you 2 of these. Sent you an E-Mail Alabama Watchman (Sarge Marine) FB.
As long as they are fully functional I’ll be glad to take on the job. All “repair specific” radios are referred to Theradiogarage.com for future reference
How to become a new customer? Thanks
Everything starts with an email sir. Groundcontrol204@icloud.com