Thanks to everyone for the speedy replies (most sent directly to me). The
predominant view is to use either a hacksaw or dremel tool to put in 4
right-angle slots, and clean it up with a file.
I was a little surprised at that response. I have done this before, and
have not been particularly happy with the results. It seems that all the
antenna manufactures actually remove ~0.1" of aluminum from the slot, so
that the hose clamp cinches down better. W6NL also talks about this in
Section 4.5 of his book, and even has a formula for the minimum slit width.
I think the idea from KK9A of using 2 hacksaw blades has promise for
obtaining the required slot width.
73,
Steve, N2IC
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