Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this episode, I sit down with Rick N3FJZ — a prolific homebrew builder known in the SolderSmoke community for his meticulous construction, clean schematics, and commitment to all-discrete analog design. We trace his journey from his first scratch build projects to his current tranciever with a custom front panel digital display.

Join us as we explore how you can get involved in portable radio, QRP, and more in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone (AP/DZ). Every aspect of portable operations is covered in this biweekly podcast, from news and gear to achievements, the workbench, contests, awards, and beyond.

Rick's website: remmepark.com/circuit6040
Show notes Listed on Rick's Website: remmepark.com/circuit6040/Show_Notes/Show_Notes.html

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