kernel compile on cobalt raq2

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I've been trying to compile a kernel for my newly-acquired raq2
machine.  I've been running into a lot of problems.  I've tried several
2.4.x and 2.6.x kernels.  I've tried from kernel.org and
linux-mips.org.  With and without patches.  Tried the patches from the
colo site.  I've tried using the debian kernel source.  On some kernels
I get compiler errors, others it will compile but things won't work
right, like the network will be flaky.  I can go into detail if needed,
but what I'd really like is if someone could let me know what specific
one they've gotten to work, with or without patches.  2.4/2.6, doesn't
matter at this point.  Then at least I'll have a known-good starting
point, and start troubleshooting from there if still needed.

Any help/advice would be really appreciated.  I love the machine, just
need to know I can compile a kernel before I put it live.

Thanks
-Ryan

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