Hello Topbanders, I have three 10-fot sections of triangular steel tower, about 8 inches on a side. Is it practical for me to make a useful vertical with these, either bottom fed or gamma matched? Th
Topbanders, Thanks for the suggestions, experience, and encouragement. Ill post a summary of replies in a day or two. Thanks again, Roy Roy Morgan K1LKY since 1958 k1lky68@gmail.com _________________
Roy sends. Yes a modest flock of chickens may be the most practical tick protection. _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.contesting.com/_topband - Topband Reflector
I have asked a friend in FL to remind me of a company there which has offered a variety of Teflon wire. Will report. Roy Morgan K1LKY Western Mass _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.co
I looked at the picture and description. Can anyone guess how that thing "could cause cancer or reproductive harm" ?? Roy Morgan K1LKY Western Mass _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.c
Ok time to beat this dead horse again. Very scant warnings abound with little reliable information accompanying them. Does anyone have GOOD information about: UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS IS PCB OIL HAZARD
Do web search for: The Wireman Roy Morgan K1LKY Western Mass _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.contesting.com/_topband - Topband Reflector
Or The RF connection .56/ foot $45.00 100 feet Reconnection.com (That is 75 ohm Teflon coax) Roy Morgan K1LKY Western Mass _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.contesting.com/_topband -
There is a company that sells aircraft parts and supplies. The name is something like "American Spruce" or some such. Memory is unreliable on this. They sell spark-plug shaped silica gel de humidifie
Hello Frantisek and others, I wonder how much the magnetic pole has shifted. I have been reviewing the operation of the Brunton Pocket Transit here. It has an adjustment for declination - the angular
Dave, Thanks for your reply. I am reminded that here I may have topographic maps from late 1800's possibly and from the late 1950's. I will dig them out to see what they show. I assume the numbers yo
George, Your comment about over simplifying reminds me of a very early explanation of radio communication - or was it telegraph? I can remember only a little: "It's like wiggling the tail of a cat. I
Is it possible that the interference is being generated not by the transmitter but rather by bad connections in power lines or utility pole guy wires nearer to you? Some driving around with a portabl
John and others, Yes, I now see reports from far from the station. Clearly my comments about causes local to the one nearby ham reporting interference do not apply I will listen myself tonight. Maybe
Dave and other Topbanders, I plan to do some listening from here in Western Mass, USA (Near the junction of NH/VT/MA). The wind speed here is expected to peak tomorrow afternoon at 10 MPH, maybe not
Terry, Manufacturers prices may be higher than you need to pay. But they do have it: https://consumer.steppir.com/shop/parts/antennas/conductor-cable/ Used for Urban Beam, 2E, and 3E Yagi antennas. 2
Steven, I look forward to any replies. I was about to publish my blockbuster book revealing all of the secret genius technology from Tesla to enable nearly free electric power for everyone, but some
Contact Norm's Rotor Service for advice. Normsrotorservice.com Roy Morgan K1LKY Western Mass _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.contesting.com/_topband - Topband Reflector
Larry, I wonder if there is something more going on there than just the increased resistance of the stainless steel metal compared to copper (or bronze?). Is your large 160M base coil made of quarter
NO DOUBT HERE!! I am very certain that is phishing. Recommend no one answer or click any link. Roy Morgan K1LKY Western Mass _________________ Searchable Archives: http://www.contesting.com/_topband