Codan Radio
Submitted: Saturday, Sep 27, 2003 at 23:36
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Salty
Hi All,
I have been offered a codan type 7727 ssb transciever but no arial. What can anybody tell me about it like how old and what it might be worth and etc. Thanks in advance. Regards Salty.
Reply By: joc45 - Monday, Sep 29, 2003 at 10:51
Monday, Sep 29, 2003 at 10:51
They are old, but work fine, it just depends on whether the unit being offered has the channels you want (4wd Network and perhaps RFDS), as extras require a crystal for each channel, and that's the costly bit.
Make sure it's equipped with emerg call (unlikely it'll have a selcall facility), and mute (squelch). Don't pay too much for it.
You'll also need to chase up a whip antenna and spring base. Terlin make one which covers all the 4wd Network and most RFDS as a regular item, reducing the cost.
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Reply By: Member - Bigbear - Tuesday, Sep 30, 2003 at 22:56
Tuesday, Sep 30, 2003 at 22:56
I have a 7727, yes they are fairly old and large compared to the new onesBUT if you can get it for under $500 and you can find a place to fit 4WD network (VKS 737) frequencies you will be way in front of bying a new one.
Mine works
well and can reach across the country. If going off the beaten track and out of the way then they are a really worthwhile piece of gearand could even be a life saver.Bush Bappo's 4WD Club
Get out there & have a look
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