THEMAGICMAN
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I was wondering if I can swap my control board to a double knob housing since all the connectors are the same? Thanks
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Change APX 4000 single knob control board to a double knob housing?
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mtp850
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Many people ask how to add or change hardware on Motorola APX radios. Converting from limited keypad version to full keypad, etc.
One thing people should have in mind is that any hardware change you make to APX radios must reflect to the correct radio model. In other words, only Motorola DEPOT centers can do it for you.
One thing people should have in mind is that any hardware change you make to APX radios must reflect to the correct radio model. In other words, only Motorola DEPOT centers can do it for you.
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Thanks for the reply.
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I was looking at a housing with double knobs with a limited keypad just like what mine has. I'm looking for alternatives so I don't have to keep changing the PTT button bezel when the button cracks. So far looks like the housing swap might be the easiest to start doing.
