The QRP Grain Auger SSB 5w - Iowa

[@MikeN2MAK]

Very cool! We gotta get you an endorsement deal for some alligator clips, LOL.

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

hahaha.. you suppose I could get a sponsorship?... LOL.. The key component of all my antenna's.. The Alligator Clip.. Never leave home without two, LOL... Thanks for the laugh Mike.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@pcastonguay]

Disconnecting the antenna while receiving really demonstrates how well it is working. Thanks for the demo.

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Thanks Leon.. and thanks for the second comment.. I had to re-upload, LOL.. Glad you enjoyed the video.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@HOAHamRadio]

Ham radio antennas that double as farm gear, awesome!

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Bob.. you're right.. Multipurpose Antennas.. If I had a HOA out here on the farm, they would never know, LOL.. Total Stealth.. Thanks for stopping by.. I appreciate it.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@brianfields4479]

Always great to see qrp being demonstrated. I was into Sweden last night with my qcx on 2w. 73 Kevin. Zl3xdj.

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Brian.. Always fun to see the low power propagation into vast parts of the world.. It's simply amazing.. Thanks for watching and commenting.. I appreciate your support.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@MrMudsHamRadioTime]

Love it! I pass them all the time thinking about loading it up and playing radio. You’re like a brother I didn’t have! 🤙🏻

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Wes.. I see lots of metal things in the country and do a lot of thinking as well, LOL.. Thanks for stopping by brother... I appreciate your support.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@thelandrethfarm4782]

Kevin, that’s quit a antenna! Good to see you out and about the farm, I’ll be listening for you. K7DFL

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Dale.. Thanks for stopping by.. great to hear from you.. I've seen and worked you a few times while you were out playing POTA.. You were on a roll so I didn't hold you up to chat.. We retired the farming operation this fall, so the brothers can all relax, but I still have my day job to keep me busy for a while yet.. Thanks for watching and am looking forward to catching you again in some parks.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@kennethblackwell1137]

I'm smiling....😁😁😁. Great fun out there among the corn.

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Thanks for stopping by Ken.. I appreciate your support of the channel.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb PS. QRP net starts 1 hour late tonight due to SSB contest which ends at 2359.. 7pm central

[@Locksnut]

And, there you go pushin' expensive antennas again Kevin LOL! Thanks for another fun adventure. I heard you get Simon on his tape measure antenna the other day! 73 N4WLC Bill

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

hahaha Bill.. They can be a little spendy.. Maybe a used model is more practical, LOL.. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.. I appreciate it !!!.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@mewrongwayKOCXF]

Hay Keven good to see ya! Awesome video! 👍👍👍

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Darrell.. Thanks for stopping by.. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment.. Good to hear from you.!! 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@kgrafton4582]

Great videos Kevin, keep’em coming!

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.. I appreciate your support.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@genekulp]

Could you bring two of those green augers and make it an inverted v end fed halfwave? 😂

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

I know, right?.. Wouldn't that be a fun experiment.. I almost did that with two of our long augers but haven't had a chance to revisit the idea.. Thanks for reminding me and thanks for stopping by.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@K3JRZOnTheAir]

Nice work again Kevin! 73!

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Thanks for stopping by Jeff.. I appreciate your support.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@stevenbata2336]

Once again, Kevin, you have pulled it off again. I will say, if I have not said it before, you have become the MacGyver of QRP. Lololol. 73s and stay safe. De KD8VSP Steve

[@gliderrider]

Can’t find that antenna on gigaparts or ham radio outlet! What now? I have the same radio and tuner though. De n5vwn in South Dakota

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Roland.. You're in the FX-4CR club too?... cool.. Gigaparts is on back order I think, LOL... I like the stand you have your fx4cr radio on in your shack.. I'm trying to come up with a dual stand that will hold the radio at an angle and also hold the zm2 tuner behind it to keep it all from sliding around.. (if you know what I mean).. I'll make something work but just need to spend some time designing it.. Thanks for stopping by and watching.. I appreciate the comment.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@markjob3965]

Are those short qrp models still available or do I need to look for a used one. Great fun always with your videos.

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

hahaha.. This one is available.. the farming operation is retiring.. All the bros are ready to rest and relax for a while, LOL.. I'm glad you enjoy the videos.. Thank you for your comment and support.. I appreciate it.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@stevea3498]

Another great one Kevin,, VE1SK

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Thanks Steve.. I appreciate you stopping by and leaving a comment.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@ryankc9oza118]

I just tried out same thing the other day😊

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

haha.. That's awesome Ryan.. Was it a success?... share a few details: Radio, connection method, auger length, etc.. Thx for watching and commenting.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@johnnorth9355]

9:1 unun - definitely a random wire setup ! The thoght did cross my mind what would happen if the auger is parked in a stream ?

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hello John... A stream/creek would be interesting for sure.. or maybe I could transport it to the beach next to some salt water and watch it perform.. It might take me a day (or 30) to get there, LOL... Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.. I appreciate your support... 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@Philip-KA4KOE]

Use a metal extension ladder. Set it on a piece of wood and guy it. A few radials. Makes a nice vertical.

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Philip... Ladders do work well.. I used a 16ft folding aluminum ladder on a POTA activation once because it was too windy for my collapsible whip antenna.. I think it was a 1w activation, but cant remember, LOL.. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@1crazynordlander]

Will the spiral of the auger flighting help with the spinning motion of satellites? .

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Kevin.. LOL, I bet it does.. You need to get out and give it a try.. Do a video and let us know ! ! ... Thanks for stopping by and supporting the channel.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@ryankc9oza118]

Is the wspr app for apple only? Thanks

[@QRPNet-Livestream]

Hey Ryan.. Thanks for stopping by.. I think the app is only for the iPhone.. That was a few months ago so that could have changed by now.. It's a fun app and easy to use.. I hope you are able to use it.. Thanks for your comment, I appreciate it. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@kishor_VU2MZT]

VERY NICE KEVIN ,, DOES WSPR WATCH AVAILABE FOR ANDROID ? I TRIED TO FIND BUT NOT SUCCESSFUL

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Thanks Kishh.. I believe there is a app for android.. Do a search on YT and you can find some videos.. Here's an old one from Peter, kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJOxiKaml815gZYsi=kGUGI0WWbP5ZXVnX ... There are others too.. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@milwman1958]

Whats Next a big blue silo on the air? or Grain bin As you can't find Blue Silage silo's to often. Scott KF0HRF

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Scott...Hahaha.. I haven't done the grain bin yet, but have thought about it often.. Here is the Harvestore Silo video I did a year or so ago.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmm7knmZg9CApqc ... it worked pretty well.. I'd like to connect to it again and do a WSPR test to see how well it actually performs.. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@chipweather]

How well does the zm2 work for you? Might get one

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hey Chip.. It works well.. It's only rated up to 15w, so consider that.. Part of the tuning process is to spin the dials until the red LED dims/goes out.. I've only had a few times where I the LED wont go out (is dim), but the radio still see's a 1 or 1.1 SWR so I just roll with it anyway.. I really like its light weight, small size and portable.. It takes some practice to use, but I enjoy it.. Thanks for watching.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@chipweather]

​@@hamradioqrp-k0klbI only use 5 watts so it sounds great

[@w8lvradio]

NEXT CHALLENGE: Shunt feed a grain silo, which I am certain should be possible, since you can shunt feed a tower. All the Best! 73 DE W8LV BILL

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

Hi Bill.. Thanks for stopping by and supporting the channel.. great suggestions to think about too.. There a many metal object around the country that make us all wonder.. Hmmmm?... LOL.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb

[@hamradioattitude9712]

cool😄 guess u don't have a manure spreader? hi hi 73 from an old farm boy

[@DK5ONV]

OMG no florida Way.... 😂😂😂💯👍👍👍

[@hamradioqrp-k0klb]

haha.. Hello UG.. Having some fun with propagation and low power.. Thanks for stopping by.. I appreciate your support.. 73, Kevin ~ k0klb