You can expect
you will need two weeks an hour a day study for
each written test and for the code test.

Thanks, Bart. At first I was going to run out and buy a big radio to start.
I'll slow down and take the test, plus listen for a while before springing for
a starter rig for the boat. I've already taken the practice tests...passed and
failed a few times. I'll study the Now You're Talking Book until it's hammered
home. I can't see why anyone wouldn't get at least the tech license.

RB