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September 2008

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Make up feedline pigtail for ridgetop    
Scrape, prime, and paint two sections of Rohn 25G for ridge tower    
Open up mystery yagi and assemble, clean, test, then paint with camo paint and prep to carry in pieces to ridge top    
Install tower on ridge top  New drill Radials kit is on hand
Epoxy exposed hardware then spray on camo paint   Spray paint
Slit road and install two 2" conduits   Conduits, fittings, sand, gravel + Ribert
Install RG-218/U through conduit to PJ9JT tower vicinity and waterproof fittings    
Install WB9Z hardline from PJ9JT to shack and weatherproof    
Perform power loss test to tower site   Dummy load and wattmeter
Select mast material and weatherproof it    
Install yagi on tower and weatherproof all hardware and connections    
Install an outlet on roof   Conduit, clamps, wire all on hand 
Get WA9S design suggestions for roof terrace finish off    
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem   Traps
Install one or two more U-bolts in US 15 mast plate and weatherproof.  Bolts from Home Depot are at QTH
Test radials in area of new gate and wall parabola and repair where necessary
Complete painting of security bars - focus on West main door and laundry room    
Test John PC with new power supply. If no go, put wireless card in Cindy PC and test.  Dell Optiplex Wireless G card on hand in West bedroom
Continue replacement of the last six guy wire tails and assemblies 2 - 4000 dead ends for WARC, 6 1/4" EHS, 150 ft 1/4 " EHS guy wire (W1MD), 6 - 6700 Philly dead ends
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial Rethreaded rod
Locate garage plans and adapt design to new objective Plans from Ohio
Install outdoor shower at new wall   Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection
Order one new bed for West bedroom Beds
Get new outside water meter installed    
Make contact with key officials at Aqualectra to get noise fixed Take powerful squirt rifle  

 

July 2008

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Make up feedline pigtail for ridgetop    
Pay CY 2007 real estate taxes Stmt  
Initiate renewal of residency document Insurance proof  
Apply sealant to grout on new East porch    
Build bench seat on roof terrace    
Install sprinkler system for sunroom lawn Complete new system 1/2 inch pipe, 8 lengths 6 meters each
Install radial extensions with irrigation system   More # 14 Cu
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem   Traps
Test radials in area of new gate and wall parabola and repair where necessary
Complete painting of security bars - focus on West main door and laundry room    
Have Herko scrape and paint Europe sections 10, 9, 8, 7, 6 Paint, brushes, gloves
Continue replacement of the last six guy wire tails and assemblies 2 - 4000 dead ends for WARC, 6 1/4" EHS, 150 ft 1/4 " EHS guy wire (W1MD), 6 - 6700 Philly dead ends
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial Rethreaded rod
Locate garage plans and adapt design to new objective Plans from Ohio
Install outdoor shower at new wall   Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection
Order one new bed for West bedroom Beds
Clean and thin all vegetation along cliff top    
Get new outside water meter installed    
Make contact with key officials at Aqualectra to get noise fixed Take powerful squirt rifle  
Varnish pavilion ceiling Dropcloths Varnish and brushes
Get license for John Laney, confirm PJ2X for Marko Paperwork packets  
Update West bedroom box labels    
Replace DE insulator on SA yagi and weatherproof New Cush-Craft parts  
Replace Station # 1 Dow-Key coax switch New rotary switches from Dayton  
Install new cartridge in outdoor shower valve Cartridge  
Install stick on conduit for main room Internet cable   Male-male block
Troubleshoot linear 2 amp keying    
     

 

February/March 2008

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Install hardline as much as connectors will permit on mountain W8WTS splice kits, hardline connectors, plans Cans of camouflage spray paint
Select two good 25G sections and clean and paint for ridge antenna   Mast material, hardware for sections
Open and assemble tribander and test for ridge installation, then disassemble Earth anchors, phillystran, clips, turnbuckles  
Install tower and beam on ridgetop Type N AC power adapter connectors, preassembled coax pigtail  
Bring back DX Doubler manual    
Initiate installation of coax switching panels, Station 1 relocation complete Switch panel assemblies and connectors, coax, specialized hardware, plans  
Reinstall band switch in Titan II and test Band switch (W0NB via Africa)  
Clean and lube sliding glass doors    
Replace screen in east door opening and repair frame    
Pay CY 2006 real estate taxes Stmt  
Clean/paint east porch including ceiling    
Initiate renewal of residency document Insurance proof  
Apply sealant to grout on new East porch    
Repaint low planters on back patio    
Build bench seat on roof terrace    
Hang artwork from St. John in East Sunroom Art piece  
Order two sun lounges from Karnak    
Shop for sofa for East porch    
Install sprinkler system for sunroom lawn Complete new system 1/2 inch pipe, 8 lengths 6 meters each
Install radial extensions with irrigation system   More # 14 Cu
Repaint inside of wall   Paint
Repaint "PJ2T" lettering at wall and Howard names on mailbox    
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem   Traps
Test radials in area of new gate and wall parabola and repair where necessary
Install 220v service to Europe tower on overhead  THHN wire (#14) and conduit and work boxes and couplers
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated    Set of 8 new HV electrolytics
Continue painting of security bars - focus on West door and laundry room    
Assess AC service capacity for A/C Amprobe
Repair or replace lawn mower Carburetor 
Scrape and paint US/JA sections 2, 1 Paint, brushes, gloves
Scrape and paint Europe sections 5, 4, 3 Paint, brushes, gloves
Scrape and paint US/JA sections 8, 7 Paint, brushes, gloves
Scrape and paint Europe sections 2, 1 Paint, brushes, gloves
Finish epoxy and paint on entry gate Paint, brushes, gloves
Continue replacement of the last six guy wire tails and assemblies 2 - 4000 dead ends for WARC, 6 1/4" EHS, 150 ft 1/4 " EHS guy wire (W1MD), 6 - 6700 Philly dead ends
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Clean up concrete mix area
Connect pipe fittings and clamps for south facade drain Fittings and clamps
Locate garage plans and adapt design to new objective Plans from Ohio
Install outdoor shower at new wall   Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection
Order one or two new beds for West bedroom Beds
Rehab entire roof - anchor screws   Black tar roof sealant
Bucket of galvanized anchor screws
Can of new coating for test use
Repaint all blue trim
Fabricate plywood box cover for new gate opener
Do test install of AVG
Bring fist sized coral pieces for Liz
Paint the new roof drain piping
Modify roof downspout with 45 degree fittings and clamps
Replant palm tree box

October/November 2007

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
After CQWW CW contest, lower top 10 yagi and take down US/JA 15 and 20 yagis    
Rebuild US/JA 20 yagi and reinstall all    
Install sprinkler system for sunroom lawn Complete new system 1/2 inch pipe, 8 lengths 6 meters each
Install radial extensions with irrigation system   More # 14 Cu
Repaint wall   Paint
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem   Traps
Test radials in area of new gate and repair where necessary
Install 220v service to Europe tower on overhead  THHN wire (#14) and conduit and work boxes and couplers
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated    Set of 8 new HV electrolytics
Continue painting of security bars - focus on West door and laundry room    
Assess AC service capacity for A/C Amprobe
Repair or replace lawn mower
Obtain new string trimmer
Scrape and paint US/JA sections 3, 5, 6 Paint, brushes, gloves
Scrape and paint US/JA sections 8, 7 Paint, brushes, gloves
Scrape and paint Europe sections 4, 3, 2 Paint, brushes, gloves
Sand entry gate and re-stain and re-paint Sander, Benjamin Moore varnish
Continue replacement of the last six guy wire tails and assemblies 2 - 4000 dead ends for WARC, 6 1/4" EHS, 150 ft 1/4 " EHS guy wire (W1MD), 6 - 6700 Philly dead ends
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Load new dishes into kitchen - dispose of old ones Three sets new dishes
Meet with Ribert about installing tile and finishing step closet, especially floor Grates Cement and sand, 2 
Clean up concrete mix area
Connect roof terrace drains to stop south facade dripping Fittings and pipe
Locate garage plans and adapt design to new objective Plans from Ohio
Install outdoor shower at new wall   Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection
Order one or two new beds for West bedroom Beds
Re-stow FT-1000 (4) in closet FT-1000 (4) and case
Rehab entire roof - anchor screws   Black tar roof sealant
Bucket of galvanized anchor screws

 

September 2007

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
After contest, lower top 10 yagi and take down US/JA 15 and 20 yagis    
Rebuild US/JA 20 yagi    
Install sprinkler system for sunroom lawn Complete new system 1/2 inch pipe, 8 lengths 6 meters each
Install radial extensions with irrigation system   More # 14 Cu
Repaint wall   Paint
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem   Traps
Apply for all PJ2T licenses for the year Completed forms 
Harvest samples of hardline for W8WTS
Apply for John Laney PJ4A CQWW CW license  Completed forms (clipboard)
Pick up lounges from Karnak Cash
Pay 2005 tax assessment Form and cash
Sniff out noise source W8TK MFJ sniffer
Weatherproof entry gate components Epoxy primer and paint
Test radials in area of new gate and repair where necessary
Install 220v service to wall  THHN wire (#14) and conduit and work boxes and couplers
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated    Set of 8 new HV electrolytics
Continue painting of security bars - focus on West door and laundry room    
Install standard-wired CW keying cable sets W8TK cables and adapters (4 sets)
Continue replacement of the last six guy wire tails and assemblies 2 - 4000 dead ends for WARC, 6 1/4" EHS, 150 ft 1/4 " EHS guy wire (W1MD), 6 - 6700 Philly dead ends
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout Lightweight DC power wire Jones plugs/sockets
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Load new dishes into kitchen - dispose of old ones Three sets new dishes
Meet with Ribert about installing tile and finishing step closet, especially floor Grates Cement
Connect roof terrace drains to stop south facade dripping Fittings and pipe
Locate garage plans and adapt design to new objective Plans from Ohio
Install outdoor shower at new wall   Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection
Order one or two new beds for West bedroom Beds
Re-stow FT-1000 (4) in closet FT-1000 (4) and case
Rehab entire roof - anchor screws   Black tar roof sealant
Bucket of galvanized anchor screws
Retrieve one surplus wireless router
Paint Europe tower, with coordination with Herko, down to 20 foot level. Make arrangements to have cash to pay Herko; Gloves Paint

July 2007 

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Before contest, lower top 10 yagi and take down US/JA 15 yagi    
Rebuild US/JA 15 yagi 10 element to plate DX Engineering saddles  
After contest, lower top 10 yagi and take down US/JA 20 yagi    
Rebuild US/JA 20 yagi    
Install new shower control in East bathroom Control and kit  
Install sprinkler system for sunroom lawn Complete new system 1/2 inch pipe, 8 lengths
Test inflatable Queen bed and install in West bedroom closet Bed  
Install radial extensions with irrigation system   More # 14 Cu
Repaint wall   Paint
Arrange with Ribert to prep coat the patio Grates  
Pay TDS through September    
Pay Zoom  July - August    
Pay for license for LY4F Paperwork -- on clipboard  
Fully assess Heliax on back porch    
Troubleshoot Internet switch and install replacement New 3 Com switch  
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem   Traps
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated    Set of 8 new HV electrolytics
Continue painting of security bars - focus on West door and laundry room    
Continue replacement of the last six guy wire tails and assemblies 2 - 4000 dead ends for WARC, 6 1/4" EHS, 150 ft 1/4 " EHS guy wire, 6 - 6700 Philly dead ends
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Load new dishes into kitchen - dispose of old ones Three sets new dishes
Stow four new Compaq power supplies in East closet Four NW0L power supplies
Meet with Ribert about installing tile and finishing step closet, especially floor Cement
Make contact with front gate opener contractor Cribal Automatismos N.V.
Schonegevelstraat no. 72
869.2472
Mr. Ballentine 868.9816 July 8
Locate garage plans and adapt design to new objective Plans from Ohio
Install outdoor shower at new wall   Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection
Stamp books that are to remain on the island with new rubber stamp Rubber stamp, custom
Order Karnak furniture immediately on arrival
Order one or two new beds for West bedroom Beds
Install and test Titan II Titan II RF deck
Re-stow FT-1000 (4) in closet FT-1000 (4) and case
Rehab entire roof - anchor screws   Black tar roof sealant
Bucket of galvanized anchor screws
Paint Europe tower, with coordination with Herko, down to 20 foot level.  Make arrangements to have cash to pay Herko; Gloves Paint
Replace East bathroom shower control Valve kit and all repair parts and fittings
File CCC licenses License copies
Test new rechargeable batteries in solar lights  Green AA batteries
Paint bad spots on US/JA tower, starting from top and working down -- save complete recoating for November   Paint
Repair PJ2MI rotor Repair kit and specialized adapter cable

February - April 2007

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Install four new wheels on lawn mower   Wheels
Install side mount for US/JA 20 yagi   Hardware kit
Replace all wind truss hardware and weatherproof for US/JA tower   Kit - complete 
Install, test, and catalog repaired FT-1000MP brought by N1ZZ N1ZZ: FT-1000MP (1) SN 8J330156  
After contest, lower top 10 yagi and take down US/JA 15 yagi    
Rebuild US/JA 15 yagi    
After contest, lower top 10 yagi and take down US/JA 20 yagi    
Rebuild US/JA 20 yagi    
Make file for CCC member licenses Copies of licenses  
Replace guy tail and weatherproof on guy wires as per master plan Additional dead ends  
Update web site with new Radio Closet contents and boxes    
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem   Traps
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated    Set of 8 new HV electrolytics
Remove picture window security bars and recoat    
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Install high 80 meter dipole in prototype    
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Install outdoor shower at new wall   Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection
Rehab entire roof - anchor screws   Black tar roof sealant
Bucket of galvanized anchor screws
Bring planter dirt up to finish level    
Prototype installation of lawn sprinkler system All parts except tubing  
Install TV line to East room   Coax

 

November - December 2006

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Install four new wheels on lawn mower   Wheels
Research front end protectors or ICE filters    
Install Tardis time server on all machines    
Install side mount for US/JA 20 yagi   Hardware kit
Rehab Europe 15 yagi   Rebuild and truss kits
Replace all wind truss hardware and weatherproof for US/JA tower   Kit - complete 
Install new vertical overhead truss supports on US/JA 20 and 15 yagis   Rebuild and truss kits
Scrape and paint 70 - 50 on Europe tower   Paint and brushes
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem   Traps
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated    Set of 8 new HV electrolytics
Test, catalog, then store new FT-1000 Mark V FT-1000 (6) Mark V from W8TK  
Remove picture window security bars and recoat    
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Install high 80 meter dipole in prototype    
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Install outdoor shower at new wall   Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection
Finish paint on roof terrace and addition   Off white and brushes
Hang Erickson painting in East Sunroom Framed painting  
Rehab entire roof - anchor screws   Black tar roof sealant
Bucket of galvanized anchor screws
Bring planter dirt up to finish level    
Prototype installation of lawn sprinkler system All parts except tubing  
Install telephone line to East room   Coax
Install TV line to East room   Coax
Rough install irrigation lines to new planters   Tubing, fittings
Identify and reconnect all construction-related radials    
Install new wireless router Router  
Resnake sewer line    
Troubleshoot PC17    
Repair wireless access in sunroom    
Seal grout in sunroom   TilePro grout sealer

September 2006

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Install four new wheels on lawn mower   Wheels
Apply for PJ2T callsigns for 2006-2007 events Application forms, cash  
Renew PJ2DX for another year Application form  
Pay homeowner's insurance premium E-mail, cash  
Pay CY 2003 real estate tax Bill, cash  
Install side mounts for Europe 10, 15 yagis Hardware kit  
Install side mount for US/JA 20 yagi Hardware kit  
Take down Europe 10, 15 yagis    
Rehab Europe 10, 15 yagis    
Replace all wind truss hardware and weatherproof for Europe tower    
Replace all wind truss hardware and weatherproof for US/JA tower    
Replace bottom US/JA tower ocean guy tail and dead ends    
Install new vertical overhead truss supports on US/JA 20 and 15 yagis    
Replace deadend on WARC tower, ocean end    
Scrape and paint top 50 feet of Europe tower    
Test TB-3 on Europe tower for loosenability    
Add missing cover plates in East sunroom    
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem Traps  
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated  Set of 8 new HV electrolytics  
Test, catalog, then store new FT-1000 Mark V FT-1000 Mark V from W8TK  
Continue recoating of East security bars    
Remove picture window security bars and recoat    
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Install high 80 meter dipole in prototype    
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Install outdoor shower at new wall Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection  
Rehab entire roof - anchor screws Bucket of galvanized anchor screws Black tar roof sealant
Bring planter dirt up to finish level    
Prototype installation of lawn sprinkler system All parts except tubing  
Install telephone line to East room   Coax
Install TV line to East room   Coax
Rough install irrigation lines to new planters   Tubing, fittings
Install new wireless router Linksys router  
Install new phone in East Sunroom  GE phone  
Resnake sewer line Snake bits  
Pour floor in step closet    
Troubleshoot PC17    
Fix wireless access in sunroom Replacement wireless card  
Identify and reconnect all construction-related radials    

 

June-July 2006

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Install four new wheels on lawn mower    
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem Traps  
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated  Set of 8 new HV electrolytics  
Test, catalog, then store new FT-1000 Mark V FT-1000 Mark V from W8TK  
Store power transformer for Titan III Power transformer for Titan III  
Continue recoating of East security bars    
Remove picture window security bars and recoat    
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Install new boom-to-mast clamp on Europe 10 yagi New clamp and new hardware  
Perform full inspection of all three towers    
Make complete list of hardware and parts needed for takedown and rehab cycle on yagis    
Install high 80 meter dipole in prototype    
Repaint US/JA tower as necessary   Two component paint and brushes
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Connect East room water lines to sources at utility room New soldering torch. Copper and PVC fittings all available on island.
Install outdoor shower at new wall Moen shower fixture and adapters for PVC connection  
Coat all new concrete with sealer   Benjamin Moore sealer
Apply all exterior paint   5 gallon buckets of Comotex (Off White)
Install flooring in East room   Marble tile
Install two ceiling fans and lights #14 stranded THHN  Fans and conduit and work boxes, switches, cover plate
Rehab entire roof - anchor screws Bucket of galvanized anchor screws Black tar roof sealant
Install light lenses on five wall lights Correct hex head screws  
Bring planter dirt up to finish level    
Coat all new exterior boxes and fixtures with epoxy paint   Epoxy
Prototype installation of lawn sprinkler system All parts except tubing  
Install step-down transformer at East room entry panel   Transformer: Goisco
Install telephone line to East room   Coax
Install TV line to East room   Coax
Rough install irrigation lines to new planters   Tubing, fittings
Finish downspout installation in planter bed   3 inch PVC tubing and fittings
Identify and reconnect all construction-related radials    

 

 

February-April 2006

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Install new power supplies into bad Compaq desktop systems Six new power supplies  
Assess the problems with any remaining bad computers    
Install four new wheels on lawn mower    
Try installing new CL-33 driven element traps to test for improvement of 10 meter SSB problem Traps  
Troubleshoot hum problem on Titan 425 and install new electrolytics if indicated  Set of 8 new HV electrolytics  
Continue recoating of East security bars    
Apply for license for WA4PGM Paperwork  
Remove picture window security bars and recoat    
Bury more 160 radials    
Deliver HT to PJ2JW HT  
Make temporary 160 radials at north end of yard permanent    
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Install new boom-to-mast clamp on Europe 10 yagi New clamp and new hardware  
Store backup board and parts for Moose MPI-50 security unit    
Perform full inspection of all three towers    
Make complete list of hardware and parts needed for takedown and rehab cycle on yagis    
Install high 80 meter dipole in prototype    
Initiate construction of sunroom Blueprints  
Repaint US/JA tower as necessary   Two component paint and brushes
Install 80 meter ocean wire vertical in prototype    
Repaint West bedroom with semi-gloss paint    
Make TV cabling permanent to three rooms and pavilion    
Attempt repair of Astron RS-50   W8TK expert repair kit
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Assess relay problem with Alpha linear    
Upgrade WL to 10.57    
Replace 40 yagi rotor    
Replace fans in 3Com switch Fans  

 

October-November 2005

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Install entrance panel for pennant antennas Panel, DC power wire, hardware  
Complete assembly of StackMatch specialized expert test kit, then troubleshoot bad StackMatch StackMatches (2), control panel, test cable, dummy loads, documentation  
Install all software on PC9 and PC10 and store PC9 and PC10  
Perform power supply swap test of bad Compaq desktop systems    
Install four new wheels on lawn mower Wheels  
Troubleshoot CL-33 and install new driven element traps if indicated Traps  
Paint Europe tower from 30 foot point up Sandpaper - 3M "Sandblaster" Epoxy paint
Install and test Titan I RF deck  Titan I and documentation  
Continue recoating of East security bars    
Remove picture window security bars and recoat    
Bury more 160 radials    
Seal the rest of the plywood in shelter roof   Varnish
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Install updated Norton Antivirus New product CD  
Install new boom-to-mast clamp on US/JA 20 yagi New clamp from W8AV
New hardware
 
Install new knob on Centaur band switch and give to VERONA New knob  
Store backup board and parts for Moose MPI-50 security unit    
Make satellite TV operational    
Transport and place FT-1000 # 2 into service FT-1000 # 2  
Paint soffit undersides   Brilliant white paint
Replace rotor cable to WARC    Belden 8 conductor cable - 250 feet
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
     

 


 

September 2 - 14 2005

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Troubleshoot "A" port on # 3 FT-1000MP   Pencil iron and solder sucker - follow W6XA advice
Paint Europe tower from 30 foot point up Sandpaper - 3M "Sandblaster" Epoxy paint
Repair 30 meter inv vee   Wire and rope
Install entire RX antenna switching system RAS 8 x 2, four splitters, all needed cables, connectors, adapters, documentation, schematics  
Install and test Titan I RF deck  Titan I   
Continue recoating of East security bars    
Remove picture window security bars and recoat    
Bury more 160 radials    
Seal the rest of the plywood in shelter roof   Varnish
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Install two additional roofing filters Filters  
Perform total functionality test of all four stations and computers    
Install updated Writelog version  PJ2T Standard CD  
Install updated Norton Antivirus New product CD  
Install new boom-to-mast clamp on US/JA 20 yagi New clamp from W8AV
New hardware
 
Store new FT-1000 HPF board in radio closet HPF board  
Store two 4CX1600B tubes 4CX1600B tubes  
Get coax switch to PJ2GT Daiwa switch  
Replace locking chain for glass top table with combination chain New chain  
Install and test WinKeys Four WinKeys, interface cables  
Store new wheels, carburetor kit, and start cord for MTD mower Parts on order   
Install new knob on Centaur band switch and give to VERONA New knob  
Store backup board and parts for Moose MPI-50 security unit    
Replace CB male--male PL-259 adapters at Station # 3 with Amphenol adapters Two Amphenol adapters  
Hang new contest plaques Two plaques  
Make satellite TV operational    
Renew homeowner's insurance   100170897, 100170896, 100170895
Apply for seven callsign permissions Paperwork filled out  
Repair dead telephone line    
Transport and place FT-1000 # 2 into service FT-1000 # 2  
Assess condition of all outside station components and generate prioritized work list    
Paint soffit undersides   Brilliant white paint
Replace rotor cable to WARC    Belden 8 conductor cable - 250 feet
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Buy and install light fixture over sink   Locally available light fixture

 

January - April 2005

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Repair failed tiles in West bathroom shower Grout and mastic Additional tiles from SWBR
Troubleshoot "A" port on # 3 FT-1000MP    
Remove coax tapes on US tower, entire tower, paint, and reattach and weatherproof Scotch 33  
Paint US 20 boom truss vertical L-channels.    
Scrape and paint US/JA tower Wire brush, brushes Epoxy paint
Continue recoating of East security bars    
Apply for special callsign for seven contests Cash NAfl 770 and all application paperwork  
Renew PJ2DX local callsign Application paperwork  
Paint soffit undersides   Brilliant white paint
Shoot more photos for PJ2DX QSL    
Replace rotor cable to WARC  Belden 8 conductor cable - 250 feet  
Repair and reinstall 2 meter Ringo Ranger broken radial   Rethreaded rod
Bury more 160 radials      
Begin installation of PJ2 PacketCluster    
Connectorize StackMatch boxes for quick swapout   Jones plugs/sockets
Seal the rest of the plywood in shelter roof   Varnish
Install TBS cable and distribution amp permanently    
Fix clearance problem on wall man-gate    
Replace coax to 160 Inv L   Coax
Plant citrus trees in back yard    
Install post lights on pillars at street Bulkhead light fixtures Small fluorescent bulbs
Buy and install light fixture over sink   Locally available light fixture

October 2004

Project Need to Take On Hand or Buy Locally
Repair last 16 failed tiles in west bathroom shower Grout Additional tiles from SWBR
Replace stucco plaster on house corners damaged by construction    
Install post lights on pillars at street Bulkhead light fixtures Small fluorescent bulbs
Buy and install light fixture over sink   Locally available light fixture
Install and test M/2 interlock system Entire system  
Repair Europe Beverage