I'm seeking some decent aftermarket Ni-MH batteries for Motorola Jedi series and Kenwood TK series (KNB-17 type battery) portables. I know Multiplier used to be decent, and when W&W Associates (W&W Mfg) was around, I had some long-lasting batteries from them. I'm not thrilled about Empire (proudly Made in China label), and I've read mixed opinions on Battery Universe, Kendoo, and others like that.
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Recommendations on batteries for older portable radios?
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Duh, I forgot Power Products. I use their batteries for BK KNG radios.
Can't think of an example off-hand, but there was something I wanted to buy that was no longer available at Power Products recently. Does W&W or someone else make stuff that Power Products no longer does?
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