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Re: [TowerTalk] Force 12 5BA

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Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Force 12 5BA
From: "Anthony R. Gold" <ham-radio-mail-lists@ahjg.co.uk>
Date: Sat, 29 Oct 2005 17:14:31 +0100
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On Sat, 29 Oct 2005 10:10:09 -0400, you wrote:

> Have you looked at the StepIR 3 or 4 elem? Much better antenna. I just
> put up a 4 elem and I can't believe the performance. I think the 3 elem
> is about the some price and has a smaller foot print and wind load.

It's not suitable in a breezy location, the closely spaced elements wave
around and touch each other, then the VSWR goes up and my amp trips out.

Tony
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