Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu 5400 rotator problem

["Robert Oler" <cvn65vf94@xxxxxxx>]

Hello Jon (and all)

Welcome back.

Just curious
<<>I had a similar problem with my G-500A rotor.  Turns out it was the
>indicator pot inside the rotor.  It's pretty easy to replace and Yaesu will
>send gladly send you a replacement.  The cost here for me was about 
>$20.00.<<

Did the pot corrode out?  I was just talking today with another ham who had 
the same exact problem and he said the problem was water corrosion.  I dont 
have that rotor but I have a couple of friends who do.

Robert Oler WB5MZO

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