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| Subject: | Re: [CQ-Contest] Ground radials for Hy-Gain vertical??? |
| From: | Eric Hilding <dx35@hilding.com> |
| Date: | Thu, 18 Aug 2005 22:45:07 -0700 |
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K8JWT inquired: > Mainly is insulated wire OK or must I use bare copper wire. For ground mounted I suggest insulated wire (I'm actually using insulated on a roof mounted 12AVQ). Even with bent radials, if there is any way you can elevate the vertical and radials at least 8 feet off the ground (unless you're right near salt water), I think you might possibly get better results. 73... Rick, K6VVA _______________________________________________ CQ-Contest mailing list CQ-Contest@contesting.com http://lists.contesting.com/mailman/listinfo/cq-contest |
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