RE: A good solid Tx
I agree that the RDS 8000 is a great radio if your on a budget. I had one that I used for a long time until I got the SD-10G. I highly recommend it as well. You'll be able to use all of the Airtronics receivers I listed above with the exception of the 10 channel receiver. The Airtronics 2.4 receivers are just about the lowest priced receivers right now, so they are very easy on the pocket book.
Ken