Message from @[VA] JediComms

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2020-04-28 14:27:39 UTC  

I found that the Motorola T465's are awesome. Multiple ways to charge them, 35 mile range, around $85 for two of them. There's multi-packs up to 8 and 10 on Amazon I believe.

2020-04-28 14:35:03 UTC  

For the price, baofengs may be more versatile. Of course there's way better, stuff like higher end Motorola, kenwood, yaesu, and so on

2020-04-28 14:36:06 UTC  

Yeah, I’ve fucked with Motorola and that’s some badass shit.

2020-04-28 14:42:12 UTC  

Motorola's real products, not the consumer grade soccer mom road trip stuff, is built like a tank. Very robust equipment.

2020-04-28 14:43:08 UTC  

My dumbass coworkers still manage to break them though >.>

2020-04-28 14:44:22 UTC  

Me being around a FD, I can attest

2020-04-28 14:47:28 UTC  

The T465 are like, medium-duty consumer radios. Not total junk like most FRS radios, but they're still limited by the FRS rules (2 watts, fixed antenna) and the price indicates they're not quite as durable as a $3000 APX. But for hunters or whatever they probably work great

2020-04-28 15:51:40 UTC  

Legal is up on mewe

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2020-04-28 16:18:59 UTC  

Comms specific if you are also using MeWe.

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2020-04-28 17:15:14 UTC  

Thoughts on this model? Keep in mind I have to buy two.

2020-04-28 17:15:17 UTC  

BaoFeng GT-3TP Mark-III Tri-Power 8/4/1W Two-Way Radio Transceiver with 7.4V 3800mAh Battery, Dual Band 136-174/400-520 MHz True High Power, Upgraded Chip, High Gain Antenna, Car Charger https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014J5RJ7I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_x0fQEbXHTT6PR

2020-04-28 17:54:53 UTC  

If it fits your needs, go for it. Personally i have a uv-82 but whatever you go with, I'd suggest getting an extended battery and a nagoya antenna

2020-04-28 17:59:48 UTC  

You need the cable too right to program it?

2020-04-28 18:00:21 UTC  

Yeah, and a free software called chirp

2020-04-28 18:01:10 UTC  

Generally best to program it to gmrs frequencies since that's what most people use but if you have a team, you can use whatevers in your radios range

2020-04-28 18:02:27 UTC  

Technically illegal without one of the ham licenses but fuck it, they can't find you unless you're broadcasting pirate radio.
That being said, getting your license will teach you everything you need to know for the most part

2020-04-28 18:07:48 UTC  

I got the uv82hp with the na771 16”.

2020-04-28 18:07:56 UTC  

Works great

2020-04-28 18:19:01 UTC  

GMRS is not a Ham license. It is a no test required application fee of $70 for a ten year license. Your license can be extended to cover family as well.

2020-04-28 18:32:22 UTC  

shoot wrong one, yeah you're right

2020-04-28 18:32:32 UTC  

still suggest picking up a book though

2020-04-28 19:23:14 UTC  

A lot of the basic questions people ask can be answered if you study for the technician exam. Not saying you have to get the license but if you can pass a practice test you'll know you are at a good starting point for learning

2020-04-28 19:23:54 UTC  

You don't NEED a cable and chirp, but it's super annoying to program Baofengs by hand

2020-04-28 19:26:28 UTC  

I can second the UV-82, have been using them for years. Plenty of batteries available- does the GT3-TP take standard shape batteries? Also paying extra for 8 watts is not the best use of money, get a better antenna first. My opinion

2020-04-28 19:28:01 UTC  

Judging by the pictures it looks like it does take standard UV-5R batteries which is good

2020-04-28 19:31:15 UTC  

I'm definitely not part of the radio community or anything but I've always been told "wire is cheaper than watts"

2020-04-28 19:31:47 UTC  

I believe you are allowed to use FRS and GMRS at low power without a license

2020-04-28 19:32:15 UTC  

FRS, yes, but not with Baofengs. GMRS needs a license. Technically.

2020-04-28 19:32:56 UTC  

There's literally no way for them to find out though. Unless you're broadcasting some radio 24/7 at high power, someone gets annoyed with it, calls up the FCC, and they have the one guy for your region drive out all over the city searching for it, you're fine

2020-04-28 19:35:31 UTC  

Precisely

2020-04-28 19:36:10 UTC  

And the FCC enforcement bureau is getting smaller every year. Avoid malicious interference and you're fine

2020-04-28 20:42:18 UTC  

I recall when the FCC cracked down on the import of Baofeng radios they admitted in a bulletin that the country is flooded with radios not type certified for FRS/GMRS that are using both services. The FCC basically said they didn't have the enforcement ability and would only address the worst offenders but there was no way they could address the widespread usage of "illegal" radios.

2020-04-28 20:47:41 UTC  

Very true. Lots of people yse them for hunting with no repercussions

2020-04-28 20:51:35 UTC  

Still should register if you live in a high density area or feel like being honest, you're not risking anything by licensing a radio.

2020-04-28 20:55:21 UTC  

I'd argue that gives the government just a little more money to enforce stuff. It's your decision to weigh risk, whether or not to get your permit.

2020-04-28 20:57:37 UTC  

The UV 82 is more expensive then the one I posted. I like that one because it was dust and drop resistant. The UV 82 is not much more but what makes it better? If it just has a better antenna I see pretty good ones on Amazon for $10-$20

2020-04-29 01:25:20 UTC  

The GT-3TP it is with the data cable its $63 now to work on getting my license

2020-04-29 01:26:23 UTC  

Both are awesome I got a gt3tp for like $30 it was a good buy