Does anyone have a recommendation for a supplier from whom I can purchase a black, non-IS, FKP housing for my XL-200P? I'm swapping out a yellow LKP version. I'm not looking for used. TIA.
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XL-200P Housing Source
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Yes, in fact I placed a parts order with NLT today but $400 is steep for a housing. That is, unless the eBay housings from China are garbage.
Has anyone tried any of the eBay housings? The housings appear to be available only from China and range in price from $99 shipped to $170 plus shipping. That’s a wide range.
I’ve tried Chinese housings for Motorola XTS and XPR radios with mixed results but don’t have any experience with housings for Harris radios.
I’ve tried Chinese housings for Motorola XTS and XPR radios with mixed results but don’t have any experience with housings for Harris radios.
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I have bought a few of these eBay housings for the XL portables. They appear to be OEM, sold and shipped via China. They come with the displays and electronics intact. The pictures in the eBay listing may not have stickers. But mine all came with XL-200P stickers on them.
On my first purchase, I had one housing arrive with some damage to the top display from shipping. The seller was quick to replace the broken housing. Overall it was a positive experience for me.
Be sure to verify the part number of your existing housing. Make sure you don't require an intrinsically safe housing before placing your order.
Thanks. Can you recommend a particular seller?
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