_best_ — Midland 75822 Channel Mod

If you answered no to any of those –

Today’s CBs offer features far beyond channel modding:

| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | VCO not oscillating | Re-adjust the VCO trimmer cap | | Squealing noise | Microphonic PLL | Wrap the PLL in copper tape | | Channels skip | Bad binary connection | Re-solder the wires to PLL pins | | No TX on upper band | Low 8V regulator | Check voltage at pin 5 of the PLL |

None of these require soldering on a fragile PLL.

Modifying the internal circuitry of a handheld radio involves working with small surface-mount components. Hardware Damage