This Spektrum DXS transmitter was donated to the Club by one of its members.
This radio will be auctioned off to the highest bidder.
Bids close at 7:15 PM on September 1st during the club meeting. You do not have to be at the meeting to win the bid.
The current bid will be listed in the ad with the initials of the highest bidder.
Send bids to largoflyingclubtreasurer@gmail.com
$5.00 current auction bid JW
Noise Policy
Maximum 88db Before 9am Monday - Friday
Maximum 88db Before 10am Saturday - Sunday
Maximum 94db After 9am Monday - Friday
Maximum 94db After 10am Saturday - Sunday
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