Collins AN/TRC-75

[303Gunner]

This site has an interesting write up on the Australian use of the Collins AN/TRC-75 HF radio in Vietnam, including the teething problems they faced, an then later disposal and use of the radios by Ham enthusiasts.

http://qrz.com/db/VK2BLC#t_logbook

Of interest to us is the detailed installation and use in 2A FFR vehicles, and the fact the owner moves his gear around in an ex-Army Haflinger trailer.

The pics below are from that site and sourced as quoted from other sources.

[303Gunner]

And the history of the tour:

http://pronto.au104.org/Pronto_Book/ProntoSVN_CH2_2012.pdf

[aussiegregmac]

Thanks, a good read.
Greg Mac.

[mike_k]

Now that would be a good project- fitting that kit back into a FFT.

It looks like they sold them off in 1979 with all the CES including the teletype unit - for $80!