Need Help Verifying GMRS Repeaters – Koreatown (Los Angeles) Area

[WSHP640]

Hey folks, I’m new to GMRS but jumping in headfirst and could really use some help verifying active repeaters in the LA basin.



I’m currently based in Koreatown (Los Angeles) and have a Baofeng BF-F8HP 10W and a second unit coming soon. I’ve been monitoring 462.550 MHz assuming it was Mt. Wilson, but now I’m seeing conflicting info between MyGMRS, RepeaterBook, and artscipub.





Main questions:


1. Is there actually a public or open GMRS repeater operating from Mt. Wilson right now?


2. Are Altadena 700 (462.700 / 141.3 Hz) or Sunset Ridge still active and accessible from K-town?


3. Is Leisure World (462.550 / 162 DPL) the one I’ve been picking up this whole time?


4. Any confirmed open repeaters within 35–50 miles of Koreatown that I should lock in?


5. Lastly, is there a better way to get accurate real-time status on repeaters in SoCal than trying to cross-check 3+ databases?





I’ve already printed a full field book based on what I thought was solid data, but now I’m not confident in most of it. Any help getting my gear squared away would be appreciated. Happy to contribute once I’ve got my setup straight.





Thanks in advance!





— Chase


Call Sign: WSHP640


GMRS ops | Los Angeles

 

[hundeesport412]

myGMRS.com: GMRS Repeater Directory and Community

myGMRS.com is a General Mobile Radio Service community where users can search for and submit repeaters in their area.

mygmrs.com

look in this for a list of repeaters in your area. To log in use your GMRS license and make a password up. With GMRS most of the owners want you to ask them for permission to use the repeater.

Brian WSDR636

 

[K6GBW]

GMRS is Los Angeles is kind of like the Roman Gladiators. It’s anything goes, kill ‘em all kinda thing. A well meaning person will put up a repeater and advertise it as open. Soon thereafter the jamming will begin and idiots making noises, jamming, cussing, being drunk etc will start. Not long after that the repeater will go silent. This has been going on for years, the FCC doesn’t care and it likely will never change. I use GMRS all the time around LA, but only on simplex. The repeater just aren’t worth the effort.

 

[Peter_SD911]

Hey folks, I’m new to GMRS but jumping in headfirst and could really use some help verifying active repeaters in the LA basin.



I’m currently based in Koreatown (Los Angeles) and have a Baofeng BF-F8HP 10W and a second unit coming soon. I’ve been monitoring 462.550 MHz assuming it was Mt. Wilson, but now I’m seeing conflicting info between MyGMRS, RepeaterBook, and artscipub.





Main questions:


1. Is there actually a public or open GMRS repeater operating from Mt. Wilson right now?

No, not that anyone will admit to.

2. Are Altadena 700 (462.700 / 141.3 Hz) or Sunset Ridge still active and accessible from K-town?

That is open and a great repeater for the rebuilding efforts in the area. A generous private donor is funding it. You coverage may vary.

3. Is Leisure World (462.550 / 162 DPL) the one I’ve been picking up this whole time?

You could be hearing Mt.Woodson in San Diego county if the conditions are good...same freq and pl. It's an open machine and on a good site.

4. Any confirmed open repeaters within 35–50 miles of Koreatown that I should lock in?

Monitor the ones you can hear. If you can hear it, you are probably able to hit it with the right gear.

5. Lastly, is there a better way to get accurate real-time status on repeaters in SoCal than trying to cross-check 3+ databases?

No.
Repeaters change on a daily basis in LA/OC/IE/SD. There is no master list. The websites maybe list 20 percent of the repeaters. They depend on user input for the listings. The best repeaters are unlisted.

The only repeaters that seem to be jammed are the ones who charge a membership fee and have a bunch of rules. The "Free Speech "ones are the most interesting to me since they are more than radio checks and "I'm monitoring"

I’ve already printed a full field book based on what I thought was solid data, but now I’m not confident in most of it. Any help getting my gear squared away would be appreciated. Happy to contribute once I’ve got my setup straight.

You are your best source....your codeplug / list, will become personal to you, and more fun.

Enjoy

(Practice Safe GMRS-Always Use A PL)

 

[WSHP640]

myGMRS.com: GMRS Repeater Directory and Community

myGMRS.com is a General Mobile Radio Service community where users can search for and submit repeaters in their area.

mygmrs.com

look in this for a list of repeaters in your area. To log in use your GMRS license and make a password up. With GMRS most of the owners want you to ask them for permission to use the repeater.

Brian WSDR636

Thank Brian ! Really appreciate you, I’ve been taking a look throughout the day !

 

[WSHP640]

No, not that anyone will admit to.

That is open and a great repeater for the rebuilding efforts in the area. A generous private donor is funding it. You coverage may vary.

You could be hearing Mt.Woodson in San Diego county if the conditions are good...same freq and pl. It's an open machine and on a good site.

Monitor the ones you can hear. If you can hear it, you are probably able to hit it with the right gear.


No.
Repeaters change on a daily basis in LA/OC/IE/SD. There is no master list. The websites maybe list 20 percent of the repeaters. They depend on user input for the listings. The best repeaters are unlisted.

The only repeaters that seem to be jammed are the ones who charge a membership fee and have a bunch of rules. The "Free Speech "ones are the most interesting to me since they are more than radio checks and "I'm monitoring"

You are your best source....your codeplug / list, will become personal to you, and more fun.

Enjoy

(Practice Safe GMRS-Always Use A PL)

Hey hey ! Thank so much for you VERY informed advice ! I ended up finding one on 462.600 but can’t access it yet ! I’m a baby to all this little over a week of even having my license so it’s test time ! The struggle for me is confirming the tones the 141.3 hz or others, my GMRS has ehhh info I suppose when it comes to this as I’ve never gotten a call back yet ! Thank you so much and please anymore info to share just lmk I’m all ears and ready to learn

 

[prcguy]

Hey hey ! Thank so much for you VERY informed advice ! I ended up finding one on 462.600 but can’t access it yet ! I’m a baby to all this little over a week of even having my license so it’s test time ! The struggle for me is confirming the tones the 141.3 hz or others, my GMRS has ehhh info I suppose when it comes to this as I’ve never gotten a call back yet ! Thank you so much and please anymore info to share just lmk I’m all ears and ready to learn

What did you find on 600? An owner that will let you use it?

 

[WSHP640]

What did you find on 600? An owner that will let you use it?

Mainly Spanish speaking but it’s an open repeater and the owner has united the tones,

 

[WSHP640]

No, not that anyone will admit to.

That is open and a great repeater for the rebuilding efforts in the area. A generous private donor is funding it. You coverage may vary.

You could be hearing Mt.Woodson in San Diego county if the conditions are good...same freq and pl. It's an open machine and on a good site.

Monitor the ones you can hear. If you can hear it, you are probably able to hit it with the right gear.


No.
Repeaters change on a daily basis in LA/OC/IE/SD. There is no master list. The websites maybe list 20 percent of the repeaters. They depend on user input for the listings. The best repeaters are unlisted.

The only repeaters that seem to be jammed are the ones who charge a membership fee and have a bunch of rules. The "Free Speech "ones are the most interesting to me since they are more than radio checks and "I'm monitoring"

You are your best source....your codeplug / list, will become personal to you, and more fun.

Enjoy

(Practice Safe GMRS-Always Use A PL)

Also wanted to ask about these free speech ones ? Any pointers in the right direction of these ? Sound cool to me 🤷🏽‍♂️

 

[ladn]

Also wanted to ask about these free speech ones ? Any pointers in the right direction of these ? Sound cool to me

Spend some time monitoring these systems, then decide if you really want to join in the mayhem.

 

[K6GBW]

Studies in laboratories have shown that prolonged exposure to GMRS repeater is LA can lead to stroke, memory loss, lack of appetite, CTE, possibly leading to death. Enjoy GMRS responsibly.

 

[prcguy]

Mainly Spanish speaking but it’s an open repeater and the owner has united the tones, View attachment 180573

That repeater is not in Hawthorne which would be near LAX at nearly sea level. It blankets So Cal and covers up many other 50w mountain top repeaters. Its on a major mountain top and probably running more than legal power.

 

[prcguy]

Studies in laboratories have shown that prolonged exposure to GMRS repeater is LA can lead to stroke, memory loss, lack of appetite, CTE, possibly leading to death. Enjoy GMRS responsibly.

The problem here is they test the lab rats live on air and let them operate until they drop.

 

[K6GBW]

The cruelty is unimaginable!

 

[WSHP640]

The problem here is they test the lab rats live on air and let them operate until they drop.

WHAT…

 

[AK9R]

Studies in laboratories have shown that prolonged exposure to GMRS repeater is LA can lead to stroke, memory loss, lack of appetite, CTE, possibly leading to death. Enjoy GMRS responsibly.

Does this exposure cause ED or impotence? If so, population control advocates will want GMRS repeaters in all major cities.

 

[nokones]

I wouldn't rely on RepeaterBook or anything else besides myGMRS.com for current information on GMRS repeaters. It is the best that GMRS has at the moment.

 

[prcguy]

Does this exposure cause ED or impotence? If so, population control advocates will want GMRS repeaters in all major cities.

Aaah, that must be it! I was wondering why my, uhh, never mind.

 

[Peter_SD911]

That repeater is not in Hawthorne which would be near LAX at nearly sea level. It blankets So Cal and covers up many other 50w mountain top repeaters. Its on a major mountain top and probably running more than legal power.

Palos Verdes...on the hill...right above Hawthorne.
There are a few boxes up there.

 

[nokones]

Palos Verdes...on the hill...right above Hawthorne.
There are a few boxes up there.

That would be the Rolling Hills remote site.