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Posted: 6/5/2020 10:20:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Guess I’ll join the thread, only been doing the nods thing for about 6 months. From my last hunting trip a week ago https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/381888/A61CA9D8-90FF-4A65-871F-D3B4FD3F9C86_jpe-1442729.JPG What kind of sling is that? On a 10 or 11.5? Any issues with the heat from the suppressor? |
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Posted: 6/5/2020 11:02:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: So is it lithium batteries I want, or lithium ion? Not sure of difference.  Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Well in my defense, they made it sound like a weird version of the 123A battery.  I've got like a 50-round pack of Streamlight batteries in that.Thank you for info on AA's. I just want to take care of my stuff. I still recall a handheld video poker game I had for long car rides as a child.... I found it months later with corrosion leaking out of cheap batteries into the game system..  I would be despondent if that happened to $4,000 NOD's..  Thats why you store all expensive stuff like that with batteries off. Also so it doesnt accidentally turn on in storage So is it lithium batteries I want, or lithium ion? Not sure of difference. Lithium ion are rechargeable. |
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Posted: 6/5/2020 11:40:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: So is it lithium batteries I want, or lithium ion? Not sure of difference. Lithium. Lithium ion batteries have different voltage outputs. If youre a sams club member they have good deals on energizer lithium AAs usually in bulk packs |
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Posted: 6/6/2020 10:29:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What is a good battery to get for NOD’s? I haven’t gotten my set yet but want to stock pile some batteries... It’s this one... I see it’s AA’s but I don’t see a recommendation on type... https://tnvc.com/shop/tnvpvs-14-l3-gen3-un-filmed-white-phosphor-2/ And don’t start me on this one, I have not even heard of this battery before.. https://tnvc.com/shop/b-e-meyers-mawl-c1-ir-visible-laser/ Lithium. AA the best is the energizer lithium. CR123 panosonic surefire energizer |
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Posted: 6/6/2020 10:33:37 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Lithium. Lithium ion batteries have different voltage outputs. If youre a sams club member they have good deals on energizer lithium AAs usually in bulk packs Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: So is it lithium batteries I want, or lithium ion? Not sure of difference. Lithium. Lithium ion batteries have different voltage outputs. If youre a sams club member they have good deals on energizer lithium AAs usually in bulk packs This is the way |
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Posted: 6/6/2020 10:40:10 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have thought of the same setup. Tell me everything. Bridge, attachments, looking at a square and a circle at the same time without vomiting, everything. L3 MNVD. Chinaskeet. I reversed the shoe on the mh25 so the picture is horizontal vs vertical. And put a PVS14 eyepiece on it. Kvc bridge. Oss shoe set. I use an external battery pack for the mh25. It eats 123s. Turn off the auto nuc. I also turn on the PIP and compass. And I don’t use it in helmet mode. I don’t get headaches. Best way I can explain it is your brain will shut off one eye and look through the other. So it’s not like you are looking through both. It’s more like you are using one at a time. |
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Posted: 6/6/2020 11:38:51 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What kind of sling is that? On a 10 or 11.5? Any issues with the heat from the suppressor? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Guess I’ll join the thread, only been doing the nods thing for about 6 months. From my last hunting trip a week ago https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/381888/A61CA9D8-90FF-4A65-871F-D3B4FD3F9C86_jpe-1442729.JPG What kind of sling is that? On a 10 or 11.5? Any issues with the heat from the suppressor? Blue force Gear Padded VCAS. 11.5” rig. I’ve been running my slings like that for years and have yet to have an issue with hot cans / barrels on my legs. |
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Posted: 6/6/2020 11:46:37 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: L3 MNVD. Chinaskeet. I reversed the shoe on the mh25 so the picture is horizontal vs vertical. And put a PVS14 eyepiece on it. Kvc bridge. Oss shoe set. I use an external battery pack for the mh25. It eats 123s. Turn off the auto nuc. I also turn on the PIP and compass. And I don’t use it in helmet mode. I don’t get headaches. Best way I can explain it is your brain will shut off one eye and look through the other. So it’s not like you are looking through both. It’s more like you are using one at a time. Thank You |
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Posted: 6/6/2020 2:22:56 PM EDT
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I bought the KAC riser for NV passive shooting and for the BUIS, but after looking at it for a while I realized maybe you can mount the Skeet in clip on mode
 If you reverse the T2 on the KAC and reverse the entire KAC mount there is enough room for the Wilcox weapon mount in the rail space where the magnifier normally would go, and just enough room for the Skeet to lock in place there. I don't like having any optics straddling the front rail in general but in this case it gives me room to add the magnifier for bench shooting and testing POI with the Skeet This whole setup seems like it's coming along really well   
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Posted: 6/6/2020 2:27:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Lithium. AA the best is the energizer lithium. CR123 panosonic surefire energizer Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: What is a good battery to get for NOD’s? I haven’t gotten my set yet but want to stock pile some batteries... It’s this one... I see it’s AA’s but I don’t see a recommendation on type... https://tnvc.com/shop/tnvpvs-14-l3-gen3-un-filmed-white-phosphor-2/ And don’t start me on this one, I have not even heard of this battery before.. https://tnvc.com/shop/b-e-meyers-mawl-c1-ir-visible-laser/ Lithium. AA the best is the energizer lithium. CR123 panosonic surefire energizer Good thing I had that Amazon gift card.... I've got like 40 batteries now.. 
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Posted: 6/6/2020 3:51:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I bought the KAC riser for NV passive shooting and for the BUIS, but after looking at it for a while I realized maybe you can mount the Skeet in clip on mode https://i2.wp.com/tnvc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/products-skyscraper_sl1.jpg?fit=1024%2C681&ssl=1 If you reverse the T2 on the KAC and reverse the entire KAC mount there is enough room for the Wilcox weapon mount in the rail space where the magnifier normally would go, and just enough room for the Skeet to lock in place there. I don't like having any optics straddling the front rail in general but in this case it gives me room to add the magnifier for bench shooting and testing POI with the Skeet This whole setup seems like it's coming along really well https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/73202/20200605_185648-1448789.jpg https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/73202/20200605_185701-1449495.jpg https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/73202/20200606_130703-1449497.jpg have you had a chance to test it? |
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Posted: 6/6/2020 4:42:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: have you had a chance to test it? I have on the AK105 and have it down to about a 2 inch shift to the right at 100. I'll try to get out tomorrow with the KAC |
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Posted: 6/6/2020 6:43:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Most gen1 will be garbage unless its a triple cascade rifle scope. You can get into some older gen2 units in your price range on ebay. Quality varies widely. And many are not easily head mountable, though some are. Do your homework. Until a few years ago I was routinely buying older gen2 and gen3 units in that price range. Its likely not going to the best of the best, but for most things Gen2 is fine IMO. If its really dark you turn on the illuminator. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: so question for yall......does anyone currently make any decent poverty level NVGs? something in the $5-800 mark? honesly Gen 1 is fine, i really just want something to play with, i dont do much sneaky shit in the dark anything helmet mountable that isnt toy grade?......or should i just go be poor somewhere else? Most gen1 will be garbage unless its a triple cascade rifle scope. You can get into some older gen2 units in your price range on ebay. Quality varies widely. And many are not easily head mountable, though some are. Do your homework. Until a few years ago I was routinely buying older gen2 and gen3 units in that price range. Its likely not going to the best of the best, but for most things Gen2 is fine IMO. If its really dark you turn on the illuminator. Solid advice, also the EE here on the ARFCOM has a wealth of good deals at times. |
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Posted: 6/8/2020 5:11:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 22 UM ‘14 and a china skeet https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/62932/821DA5DE-9DE8-4D1E-845E-D79A52BC70D5-1446095.jpg I just went from six to midnight. This will be me, hopefully soon. G24 or G22E? |
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Posted: 6/8/2020 8:19:37 PM EDT
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Ops Core Carbon
Agilite cover Peltor Comtacs 4D pads Nitecore IR strobe Wilcox L4 G24 Surefire X300V w/ARC adapter BNVD WP HP+    |
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Posted: 6/8/2020 8:31:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ops Core Carbon Agilite cover Peltor Comtacs 4D pads Nitecore IR strobe Wilcox L4 G24 Surefire X300V w/ARC adapter BNVD WP HP+ https://i.imgur.com/nwWpwVX.jpg https://i.imgur.com/OGgNKq8.jpg https://i.imgur.com/mfXnM54.jpg 
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Posted: 6/9/2020 1:42:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 22 UM '14 and a china skeet https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/62932/821DA5DE-9DE8-4D1E-845E-D79A52BC70D5-1446095.jpg How is the combo working out for you? |
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Posted: 6/9/2020 1:45:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ops Core Carbon Agilite cover Peltor Comtacs 4D pads Nitecore IR strobe Wilcox L4 G24 Surefire X300V w/ARC adapter BNVD WP HP+ https://i.imgur.com/nwWpwVX.jpg https://i.imgur.com/OGgNKq8.jpg https://i.imgur.com/mfXnM54.jpg That looks great  I cant wait to receive mine |
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Posted: 6/9/2020 2:27:41 PM EDT
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Thanks! They're worth the wait!
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Posted: 6/9/2020 5:16:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ops Core Carbon Agilite cover Peltor Comtacs 4D pads Nitecore IR strobe Wilcox L4 G24 Surefire X300V w/ARC adapter BNVD WP HP+ https://i.imgur.com/nwWpwVX.jpg https://i.imgur.com/OGgNKq8.jpg https://i.imgur.com/mfXnM54.jpg 
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Posted: 6/9/2020 9:30:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Nice! How is the combo working out for you? Pretty good. I wouldn’t have ever seen this pig last night if it wasn’t for the thermal. I have another chinaskeet on the way this week. Also have a pan tilt I’ll post about this weekend after bull and I run it through it’s paces.  Failed To Load Title |
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Posted: 6/9/2020 9:31:21 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/10/2020 2:09:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Pretty good. I wouldn't have ever seen this pig last night if it wasn't for the thermal. I have another chinaskeet on the way this week. Also have a pan tilt I'll post about this weekend after bull and I run it through it's paces.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkePuuGq4scQuote HistoryQuoted: Pretty good. I wouldn't have ever seen this pig last night if it wasn't for the thermal. I have another chinaskeet on the way this week. Also have a pan tilt I'll post about this weekend after bull and I run it through it's paces. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkePuuGq4scI like how the cows were like MYOB and didn't react |
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Posted: 6/10/2020 2:46:02 PM EDT
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Bruh you have way too much fun with those videos lol
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Posted: 6/10/2020 6:37:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That's a nice setup there Couldn't have done it without the help of all y'all. 
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Posted: 6/11/2020 12:21:39 AM EDT
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Posted: 6/11/2020 3:59:32 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryTell Annie congrats for me...now to get Julia her first hog
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Posted: 6/11/2020 6:18:00 AM EDT
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Posted: 6/11/2020 3:51:26 PM EDT
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Pre authorization charge just hit for my BNVDs
Be still my beating heart |
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Posted: 6/11/2020 6:41:14 PM EDT
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This seems to be the place to ask, so.....
Being a firm believer in making due with what you have. What I have is $2500 burning a whole in my pocket. Can I get a dual beam+ illuminator and a monocal for the money? Complete newb to anything NV/IR related. Thanks for any suggestions. |
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Posted: 6/11/2020 6:41:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Pre authorization charge just hit for my BNVDs Be still my beating heart slippery slope, there's no going back now |
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Posted: 6/11/2020 6:56:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: slippery slope, there's no going back now For real. Every gun/gear choice now has the added element of “will this help or hurt my ability to shoot this gun under NV.” attached to it. Suddenly reloading without being able to see your hands clearly is a skill. Wtf NV, its like learning to shoot all over again. |
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Posted: 6/11/2020 7:03:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: For real. Every gun/gear choice now has the added element of “will this help or hurt my ability to shoot this gun under NV.” attached to it. Suddenly reloading without being able to see your hands clearly is a skill. Wtf NV, its like learning to shoot all over again. The first time I looked at my hands with NV I thought, whoa, depth perception is real. Then I got dizzy.
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Posted: 6/11/2020 7:19:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: slippery slope, there's no going back now I've never tried binos before. I've only ever used my lowly 14. Very excited |
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Posted: 6/11/2020 7:31:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've never tried binos before. I've only ever used my lowly 14. Very excited It’s a game changer. I have zero regrets getting my RNVGs. |
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Posted: 6/11/2020 8:34:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It’s a game changer. I have zero regrets getting my RNVGs. If you think that’s a game changer wait until you try helmet mounted thermal |
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Posted: 6/11/2020 8:55:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This seems to be the place to ask, so..... Being a firm believer in making due with what you have. What I have is $2500 burning a whole in my pocket. Can I get a dual beam+ illuminator and a monocal for the money? Complete newb to anything NV/IR related. Thanks for any suggestions. That may be hard, but Nightgoggles (Tom) has some great pricing on Photonis Echo PVS-14's or see if you can save another $500. Torch Pro and Steiner/TNVC TOR-MINI IR laser/ Feel free to PM as well. 
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Posted: 6/11/2020 10:39:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ops Core Carbon Agilite cover Peltor Comtacs 4D pads Nitecore IR strobe Wilcox L4 G24 Surefire X300V w/ARC adapter BNVD WP HP+ https://i.imgur.com/nwWpwVX.jpg https://i.imgur.com/OGgNKq8.jpg https://i.imgur.com/mfXnM54.jpg Sexy looking, but what does it all do? |
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Posted: 6/12/2020 12:56:59 AM EDT
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Posted: 6/12/2020 9:05:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Sexy looking, but what does it all do? I only have my phone to take pics. But I'll try to get some pics through the wizard eyes over the weekend. |
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Posted: 6/12/2020 11:35:34 AM EDT
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BNVDs shipped today
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Posted: 6/12/2020 10:44:28 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/12/2020 10:55:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: BNVDs shipped today |
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Posted: 6/12/2020 11:13:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Congrats man. You haven't been waiting that long I don't feel like Right around 3weeks not bad at all Crossing my fingers for some nice specs |
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Posted: 6/12/2020 11:19:43 PM EDT
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Got my updated RNVG’s back from ABNV today.
What battery pack should I be looking for?  |
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Posted: 6/13/2020 12:04:18 AM EDT
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Good night so far. Stalked about 5km so far
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Posted: 6/13/2020 12:13:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Got my updated RNVG’s back from ABNV today. What battery pack should I be looking for? https://i.imgur.com/Hq4jnLg.jpg Ed Wilcox sells a nice L3 one with the 90 degree connector. |
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Posted: 6/13/2020 6:35:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Got my updated RNVG’s back from ABNV today. What battery pack should I be looking for? https://i.imgur.com/Hq4jnLg.jpg I’m new here, is a battery pack just something to hold batteries, or is it a container of multiple batteries that lets your NOD’s go longer without you physically unscrewing the cap & inserting new battery? |
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Posted: 6/13/2020 6:35:45 AM EDT
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