Pearce Simpson Bengal SSB Base CB radio, with Turner plus three

another great Ebay find, and cheap too.
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[@robertharden4092]

The Turner super side kick ❤ is a super audio machine also. Bob Sand man KC9LRA . 94

[@ggbros3095]

I love your videos, i learn a little more each time about CB's, i have a washington base and i talk to a group of guys around the area its alot of fun, thanks for all the info and the good videos!

[@MowerJunkie]

Cool, thanks. 73's from 151 SC.

[@rayinpau.s.a.6351]

I would like to add , I purchased the Simba cb with a Turner +2 mic on Ebay for $100.00 . it looks and works like new . cool video !

[@cbradioghosttalk1986]

Congratulations. I owned one of those back in the day. I bought it from a local dealer who had his showroom in his house. PS made great radios. I still run a PS Cheetah That I put the extras and 24-40. Talk skip all the time. 3 pin is correct for PS mid-1970s. Had a bearcat from 1973. They always stand out in mind as the best at the time. Thanks for the memories.

[@MowerJunkie]

I agree, these old Pearce Simpson radios are worth collecting. Thanks for watching, Take care.

[@Budro4764]

Andrew was that Wild Turkey In Louisiana ??

[@cbradioghosttalk1986]

@@Budro4764 No it was Ray See in Croton NY. Funny how I can remember his name and all of it. He was a Charter Member of our React. I had been using a comastat 23 and a 25b tube. I got the Bearcat first in 1973. A major difference in communicating for me. Great Radios and what a time we had.

[@Budro4764]

@@cbradioghosttalk1986 Thanks for the reply , I remember those old tube radios , I had a couple Guardian 23 B and the old 32 volt tube CB's from the shrimp boat's down here, those old tubers could talk a long ways out in the gulf...

[@cbradioghosttalk1986]

@@Budro4764 Boo I grew up along the Hudson River in Tarrytown NY. Always talked with the Tug Boats and other shipping on the Hudson River. a lot of us younger folks go to know the Captains and crews. A lot of tube radios on the air in the 1960s. CB was way better than 2 meters back then. Always enjoyed going to the CB Radio jamborees. We were blessed to grow up in such an exciting time. CB was a part of my growing up. More fun than a cell phone. LOL

[@rusty1187]

Wow!! I've got a Pierce Simpson pussycat base with a turner +2!!! Brings back memories!

[@Dallas-Rife-UDX-347-Tennessee]

That's an old classic !! And a great mic 👍

[@rocklickranch2804]

I used the Turner plus 3 for many years. I owned pretty much every mike out there but my favorite was the Plus 3. The Turner Plus 2 had too much bass. D104's are good mikes as well but I like the Plus 3. I have one still new in the box never had a plug on it, maybe someday it'll be worth something.

[@mediamike693]

+++++++++++++NO THE BEST MIC WAS THE LESON TW 232+++++++I HAD ONE ON MY 27 MEGAHERZ AND ONE ON MY UHF++++++I GOT GOOD REPIORTS ALL AROUND++++++

[@Team-fabulous]

A beautiful old school rig. I have a few 23 channel radios kicking about, they have a certain charm compared to today's all singing and dancing radios.

[@norman2999]

teamfab: Exactly!!!! I'm always saying that the older radios have WAY more personality than the "new-fangled" all-look-alike modern rigs of today!! Can I get a "Hell-Yeah" my CB brothers & sisters?! Just my 2¢....!! Greetings from Montreal, Canada from y'alls CB-Bro, Norman. 73s!!!!

[@Team-fabulous]

@@norman2999 HELL YEAH brother.. 10-10 till we do it again....

[@randyrandell3643]

What a likeable guy and his wife too....

[@gregdelgado812]

Damn great video!! Love your narrating... nice old radio for sure, but man you SCORED on that turner microphone, I talk on a turner plus3B black style microphone ...had it over 30 years I will never give that microphone up. Great video and thanks for posting! From greg , Diamond bar California...

[@MowerJunkie]

I agree! This Turner mic is already in My forever collection. Thanks for watching, Happy holidays.

[@telephoneman420ohio7]

Yeah I absolutely love running across old radios the last one I ran into was an old Lafayette base station in absolutely horrible condition no way that one could have been resurrected nice find on the Turner those things are getting harder to find I would like to run an old tube type radio I do not have a tube type radio yet but I'm working on it 73 to you 420 in the Ohio I'm standing by

[@MowerJunkie]

I hope You find that perfect old tube radio soon. Happy Holidays, 73's

[@KurtClark]

I saw that one on eBay! Glad it went to a good home.

[@MowerJunkie]

Thank You. Take care, 73's from 151 SC.

[@dxscotland5901]

Wish we had bargains like that here in the uk John id love an oldie like that in my shelf and bonus it’s working!! Take care 👍

[@26DR715]

have a look on auctions on ebay there has been some sellers on selling more then one radio together.

[@BoB4jjjjs]

@@26DR715 i would love an oldie radio like that as well but it is illegal here, but just nice to own. I would love to know just how far those crystals have drifted over the years though. If I had been close to Mower Junkie I might have made him an offer, but it would cost more than the radio is worth just to ship it over to the UK.

[@heathwhittle4514]

Thanks for the video ! Always enjoy your videos! You might want to purchase a Variac to use to first power these old radios . You can then start with one volt A.C. and gradually move the voltage up to 110 volts over time and have a better chance of NOT letting the smoke out of it. Typically it's the electrolytic capacitors that have problems over time. That's where a lot of the smoke comes from when powering up for the first time . 73, Heath N4TWT

[@MowerJunkie]

I agree, a variac would be a very useful tool on My bench. I do cringe a little every time I plug in an old radio for the 1st time. Take care, 73's from 151 SC.

[@colt45peacemaker]

I hope all the crystals are good. DEOXIT clean the pots

[@patrickbly4170]

Very pleasant demeanor like being a teenager listening to the fire chief

[@paulnewsome4203]

A nice Radio there John. I'd like some vintage like that on my shelf. Would have been mice to hear some SSB reception. The Turner is in great shape ! I still have one boxed somewhere. Gotta dig that out 🤞 Look forward to other videos. 73 Mower Junkie... Tarmac Junkie waving 🖐👍🏻

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks Paul. I really wanted to do a SSB test, But without My helper it was to difficult to set the clarifier's on My own. Take care Tarmac Junkie, 73's from 151 SC.

[@agoraphobicadam1171]

Those Turners sound awesome over the air. Cool looking radio.

[@MowerJunkie]

I think so too! Turner Mic's have always been My favorite.

[@firetech792]

I remember back in the day, those Pearce Simpsons always had great audio

[@RaccoonsRadioRanch]

I recently bought one of these too ... they're a nice radio

[@bobbydartonhricko4068]

12ny walkin on threww. Bump Bump. 🤘🎙🇺🇸🎙🤘

[@DK5ONV]

That's one cool piece of a base cb radio

[@bigmsound]

Definitely made by Uniden or formerly "Uni Electronics Corporation" prior to October 1974. The UNIden number is UT-123E which is on the main pc board and power transformer. The UT-123 chassis and it's variants are used in radios by Cobra, Regency and also the Pearce Simpson Panther SSB and Zodiac Taurus. The main ssb crystal filter is made by "Uni Electronics Corp" and there is an inspection sticker on the back panel which says "PASSED" with the old Uni logo under it.

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks for the info. Do You know where I could find channel expansion information for the Bengal?

[@charleswills4554]

Nice old radio,but the mic is a keeper.I run a Turner plus3b on my old 2950 works awesome.Those old Turner mics are great for sideband. 73's 514 ,Ontario Canada

[@MowerJunkie]

Yup! the radio will be resold, But the Turner Mic is going to stay in My collection. Take care 514, 73's from 151 SC.

[@michelebenazzi7327]

Congratulations on the microphone is very good!

[@ericzerkle5214]

That's a Uniden!!! Clipped and peaked however you're not gonna get much out of it. Maybe 15 pep on SSB. These were made under the low power rules pre 40 ch.

[@tracystolp5357]

Be waiting for more Base CB thanks in Greer SC

[@unclequack5445]

I had a "Pearce Simpson Super Lynx" my first real base station .

[@RidgeHikerAdventures]

Great radio! I'm new to the tech side of CB radios and I have a question. I have bought 5 handhelds on eBay and have a Uniden Pro510XL mobile unit I bought on Amazon. I was interested when you checked the wattage on your meter. I have a Truckers Series RPSWR-2 SWR Power meter I picked up on eBay to set my SWR on my antennas. On the meter where it displays power, I'm assuming that power is the wattage being pushed out when I key the mic. As a rule, are these types of meters pretty accurate? If so, my radios are putting out anywhere from 4 watts to 8 watts. I notice that the lower my SWR, the higher the output. The old handhelds put out more power than the new Uniden. I'll need to check the SWR for each CB. Thanks for the great videos. I'm learning a lot! I've ordered the materials to build a dipole antennae.

[@MowerJunkie]

You are correct, with a low SWR the radio will perform better. when checking output the radio will show different results with each antenna You connect it to. This is one of the reasons Tech's usually use a dummy load to set up a radio. A dummy load is more stable and consistent. Good luck with Your Dipole, I hope it all works out for You.

[@EveryoneIsFightingSomeBattle]

Love this video! Question (probably a dumb question) - I noticed at the 18:20 mark in the video you did a transmit test and the transmit power was very low. You then transmitted again @ 19:09 and the power looked good. What did you do to get the power back up?

[@MowerJunkie]

lol, I just watched those two parts, and I just now realized that the meter starting working correctly on the 2nd test. it probably has a weak capacitor in the meter circuit that took a long time to charge up.

[@ColoradoSockies]

I have an old amp with an unconnected resistor like that but mine was covered to protect it from touching anything. I think maybe it helps reduce noise but that’s just a guess.

[@BoB4jjjjs]

Works well for a crystal channelled set. Both TX and RX. It is just a nostalgia radio though. Might be worth something to a collector, though they are not very collectable yet they will be in a few years or so. You could convert it into a 40 channel set with an EPROM, but it is best left as is. There must be an adjustment for the TX meter inside it somewhere.

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks, the meter in the radio started working correctly after I replaced the broken Mod/Signal switch. I am probably going to resell the radio, But the Mic will remain in My collection. Thanks for watching, 73's from 151 SC.

[@BoB4jjjjs]

@@MowerJunkie Ah yes, the broken switch.

[@tiffanykyzer6776]

Mower Junkie, I have one just like that but no one has ever messed with it. Yours if you want it.

[@davidaix5771]

I remember a KZbinr that had a handle that went by the name Challenger he's passed away now but he used to use one of those Turner Mic weather Cobra 2000 base station

[@MowerJunkie]

Yup! I've seen all of His videos. He was a great Man, and missed by many. Thanks for watching, 73's from 151 SC.

[@davidaix5771]

@@MowerJunkie i miss him i started watching him a couple of months before he passed and when it happened I'm like really I can't believe it really hit hard he was a knowledgeable guy and a nice guy to

[@maninthevan53]

The resistors were used to lower the voltage to the meter lamp, the meter sometimes get crystalised or turn brown because of the bright light

[@MowerJunkie]

But the resistor was not connected to the bulb, it was only half connected to the meter. I'm still not sure why it was put there.

[@timothyfreeman8660]

Man please keep doing what you are doing! I love the cb videos. I have been thinking about also getting into ham on top of the cb radio. Are you into both? I just love all things radio communications.

[@MowerJunkie]

I'm just a CB operator. some day I may explore the ham bands, But for now I'm happy with just My CB's. Thanks for watching, Take care.

[@TREEHUGGAH1]

now im wondering what it does on ssb power wise. very cool radio. 73,kb3aum we gone

[@MowerJunkie]

it does 12 watts on SSB. Thanks for watching, 73's

[@Megabyte4747]

Over my years in the past of playing around with CB radios, I have NEVER found a Turner mic that works. I have gotten some that looked perfect, but the mic element was bad in everyone I have gotten. I hate the dammed things ! The old Astatic D 104, I have found very few that did not work. The Turner mics I have heard others talk on sounded great, but I have yet to find one that works for me !

[@MowerJunkie]

That sucks! I hope You can find a working Turner soon. Thanks for watching, 73's from 151 SC.

[@stevesmith8053]

Hey mower junkie I heard you here in Indiana around 1:00 pm my time I holler at you on 38 lsb

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks for letting Me know. I was only on for about 10 minutes, But it was at that time (2 pm here). Take care Steve, 73's from 151 SC.

[@stevesmith8053]

Thanks I'll listen in this weekend hope to hear you 73s to you all to take care

[@thomascook3812]

resistor that is not connected.. i believe its for a option that is available which you do not have.. such as "clock" or "seconds display".. so its supposed to be there for future options.. " I think "...

[@Budro4764]

I can bet 10 to 1 odds that somebody got into that radio and turned the VR for the ouput on the meter thinking it would give more power out , check the board around the VR's for the RF out printed on the board... A proper alignment would do that unit some good..... I got quite a few units a couple days ago my self....A chrome Connex CX-4300 HD and a Galaxy DX-45 MP along with a couple 2 meter handhelds, also some test equipment ..... Not enough room here to type all the stuff I got .... I might do a live stream and invite you up on the panel with me.....I'll let you know ahead of time tho.......Take Care buddy....

[@MowerJunkie]

The meter started working correctly after I replaced the broken Modulation/signal switch. It sounds like You found a few nice radios too, I hope You share them on video soon. Thanks for watching, 73's from 151 SC.

[@dennymagdule4372]

That was so much fun to watch!

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks Denny.

[@arkadiuszweiss]

Today it would cost a lot of money, a very nice device on the inside.

[@pffbh]

looks like it's been recapped at one point. Never seen colored caps in an old radio. Always just gray ones.

[@MowerJunkie]

it might have been, But I'm not sure. Thanks for watching, Take care.

[@darrellelliott895]

I think it sounds great n looks great sort of reminds me of a 70s cop show police station radio

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks, I agree. This radio does have a great classic look to it.

[@mattm5941]

Hey man the bands open I’m in Boston mass hearing a lot from the Carolinas try 38 LSB man

[@MowerJunkie]

Yup, DX got very active here too! Thanks for watching, Take care.

[@robertharden4092]

Heck I’ve had a bunch of them radios. If you need parts let me know brother. I’m sure I’ve still got four or five of them . The Mike is worth fifty bucks it is a side banders dream. Talk about audio. Oh my .KC9LRA. Sand man 94 operator Bob.

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks Bob, I'll keep that in mind. Take care, 73's

[@djspeakerfreak635]

nice turner mic i have the turner super side kick

[@hasantanjung1990]

a nice radio cb OM..

[@williambowman7244]

Great deal the classic mic alone worth the 29$ tag the shipping worth the radio good deal Happy holidays you & your other half 73s from Wis near the Dells Water Parks

[@MowerJunkie]

Exactly, It was to good of a deal to pass up. Thanks for watching, 73's

[@williambowman7244]

@@MowerJunkie thank you for bringing the heydaysj of cb back to life with more contacts the hobby may come back

[@879raccoonradio]

I'm looking into getting a base station hopefully before the end of Christmas break

[@MowerJunkie]

That's great! I hope You are able to find what You want, and at a good price! Thanks for watching, Take care.

[@norman2999]

Nice!! What kind of rig are you looking to get? (radio, antenna, coax). Always get the best coax you can afford!! (400 flex, 240 min!!). 73s & good luck!! Norman.

[@maninthevan53]

I do have one that I use as channel 19 monitor

[@robertparker3580]

i got two turner plus 3's for 25 bucks,i hope they work!

[@patrickbly4170]

Like looking down on a little city ...get small

[@brianveitenheimer4492]

Great find!

[@MrRourk]

Best mic for SSB

[@patrickbly4170]

Pauwa's Up ! Barnstead N.H

[@SevenFortyOne]

Nice old rig! A little TLC and she'll be good as new.

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks Rob, It really will be a beauty after a good cleaning, and tuneup. Take care, 73's

[@leos9865]

Sounds good

[@randyrandell3643]

If u want to clean the inside use 91% rubbing alcohol bbi uses it work's great

[@MowerJunkie]

Thanks for the tip.

[@Markinpuff]

Nice piece.

[@255-southcarolina8]

Saw that radio and mic on eBay wanted to get it you beat me to it

[@MowerJunkie]

Sorry about that. Thanks for watching, 73's

[@shep6123]

Should I add some handheld walkie-talkies that’s how I took mine

[@rohnkd4hct260]

Sounds like the xmit needs a little help. I suspect those coils were tinkered with to try to "up the power." That is usually not worth the time.

[@MowerJunkie]

I agree, it will need a good tune up to reverse the goofy work that was done to it. Thanks for watching, Take care.

[@mediamike693]

+++++++IN AUSTRALIA IN 1987 THIS SET SOLD 4??? $180.00+++++++GEE TIMES HAVE CHANGED+++++++

[@45AMT]

Nice radio at a good deal.

[@grahamlarryklink6882]

I'm in south Africa and trying to revive CB radio amongst youngster how can i get some stuff here including base and mobile antennas

[@MowerJunkie]

I wish I had some good advice for You, But I don't have an answer to Your question. Maybe someone who knows will see this and be able to help You.

[@daal1977]

Very nice!!

[@ericzerkle5214]

I have one I got at a yard sale for 5 bucks!!!!

[@jacktaylor3001]

Very nice.

[@MowerJunkie]

Thank you

[@879raccoonradio]

How much for the radio

[@MowerJunkie]

I'm still not sure if I'm going to sell it.

[@patrickbly4170]

5watts?

[@christophersmith1155]

if the radio doesnt work , for $58.00 its worth the Turner Plus Three.

[@MowerJunkie]

That's what I was thinking too. Thankfully they both work well. Thanks for watching, Take care.

[@Radionut]

I’ll take it off your hands if you’re wishing to sell it at a reasonable price if you are contact me. I love those radios

[@MowerJunkie]

I'm still not sure if I'm going to sell it.

[@Radionut]

@@MowerJunkie I’ll give you 100 and pay shipping

[@MowerJunkie]

@@Radionut Send Me an email so We can chat about it. [e-mail]