Re: [TowerTalk] 160/80/40

[Joe <WD0M@centurytel.net>]

Hi Kirk,

I have a similar setup, although it's on a TX-455 tower.  When I bought the 
inverted vee arm, it showed up as you describe, rather than the old "clamp 
on" style that I ordered through the catalog.  I had the same concern about 
the drag issue, and putting stress on the antenna.  I gave the new arm 
away.  I'm using a metal pipe that is clamped to the very top of the tower, 
with two pulleys attached to allow me to use inverted vees, inverted L's, a 
linear loaded antenna for 160, and an assortment of other low band 
antennas.  They all work well.  I also have the 4 element SteppIR atop the 
tower and am very happy with it.

That said, the US Towers inverted vee arm that rides on the mast may work 
OK - I just didn't want to risk it.

Cheers and 73,
Joe
WDØM


At 08:36 AM 8/21/2004, Kirk Harding wrote:
> Hello Gang,
>
> I have a U.S. Towers HX-472.  The base has been poured but the tower is not
> yet erected.  The contractor hasn't yet completed my new basement game
> room/storm shelter/ham shack.
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> This is my question:  I purchased the inverted V bracket where I intend to
> install something for 160, 80 and 40 meter operation.  My question is what
> type of wire antenna to you recommend for operation on these bands?  Space
> is not an issue.  I have a full acre to play with. What I'm considering is a
> Carolina Windom but I'm open to suggestions.  Also, In regards to the
> inverted V bracket; This bracket rides on the outside of the rotating mast
> (just above the thrust bearing) that will support (have yet to purchase) a
> Stepir 4. Do any of you have experience with this bracket?  I'm concerned
> that the bracket riding on the outside of the mast will drag, putting undo
> stress on the inverted V.  I've had email interchange with U.S. Tower and
> they recommend users put a light coating of grease between the bracket and
> mast. They say the amount of drag is small. Still though, I have concerns.
>
> I solicit and appreciate your thoughts on these issues.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Kirk K6KAR/4
>
> Niceville, FL
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