Old 23 channel base

[CLynch7]

I found an old base station, a GM 23B, and was wondering if it was still viable, and legal. I'd heard 23 channel units aren't anymore. And yes, I'm studying for my Tech license, so this isn't going to be my only radio use.

[Don_Burke]

Originally Posted by CLynch7

I found an old base station, a GM 23B, and was wondering if it was still viable, and legal. I'd heard 23 channel units aren't anymore. And yes, I'm studying for my Tech license, so this isn't going to be my only radio use.

It would be illegal for a retailer to sell it as new.

I would have to go digging in Part 95 to be sure, but I suspect it is legal to use.

Worth the trouble when you can use a modern mobile with a power supply? Probably not.

[trace1]

Your "old" GM 23B should still be legal since no license is required for CB use and as long as it is/was FCC certified. It is probably still viable too and while 40 channels units are being sold now, if the old still works why not use it for just a little fun and nostalgia.

And good luck on your Tech license so you'll need another radio for that use anyway...

[CLynch7]

It's certified, running all 4 watts. Got to find an antenna. Not much cb traffic around here, maybe I can stir some up, especially being 6 miles from a major freeway.

[wesct]

Originally Posted by Don_Burke

It would be illegal for a retailer to sell it as new.

I would have to go digging in Part 95 to be sure, but I suspect it is legal to use.

Worth the trouble when you can use a modern mobile with a power supply? Probably not.

You can sell the microphone and give the radio away for free...

wesct

[APTN]

If you have a working older unit, good for you. I have a working 23 channel mobile unit. I have used it in conjunction with 40 channel units. (The only problems are 1. The obvious frequency limitations, and 2. I have more transceivers than I do antennas.) Anyways, they're still usable, so why not hold on to them ?

[cqcqcq]

USE it have fun, 4 watts not many around like that.

cqcqcq

[CLynch7]

It is more of a new project now. It receives quite well, but doesn't seem to transmit. The meter will move when TX, but after releasing the mic button, it squeals for a few seconds, and then goes back to normal. Best antenna I could come up with is a car mag mount, and while I've got a large cast iron firepit in the backyard, it's on a deck, and not exactly a good ground. I did take it apart, and it is a Uniden in disguise.
Any repair ideas?

[CLynch7]

Needed grounding. Works like a champ!