Jakobus ZS1JDJ becoming an avid Homebrewer and DIY'er.

Above Image:  His biggest and most challenging project relates to the uBitx HF Radio that let smoke out.  Read more HERE on how he fixed it!

Jakobus ZS1JDJ became a Radio Amateur in  October 2024.  From the onset he showed an interest to learn as much as he could about amateur radio.  He wanted to get into homebrewing to build as many projects to setup an efficient station which includes several DIY Projects.  A few weeks ago he visited me in the shack.  Well that's when the flame really started burning.  I assisted him in obtaining more knowledge and experience and this resulted in the projects depicted below.  However he showed plenty of interest and eagerness to learn as much as possible.  With every visit to my shack he learn more and more. 

I am convinced that Jakobus will one day become an experienced radio amateur and homebrewer.  I wish him well in his amateur radio en-devours in the future.

Images:  (Click on images for larger view.)

Above images:  2m Tape Measure Antenna

Above image and video:  70 cm Tape Measure Antenna

 

Above Images:  EFHW Dipole Antenna, 49:1 Balun, Field Station Heuning Klip and the view from the ZS1JDJ Station. Low noise floor and tranquility are bonuses.

 

Above Images:  Future project - Fixing an old Motorola Micom X HF Radio.  Never be afraid to use pencil and paper to make notes and drawings while homebrewing.

 

Above Image:  Homebrew DC Power Brick using Power Pole Connectors

 

Above Images:  Jakobus constructed a Baofeng and QYT KT-8900D cable to program both radios from this one cable.  Well done, Jakobus!!