- 21. [TowerTalk] rotors (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Fri, 22 Jun 2001 01:04:36 EDT
- Hi John. First Cushcraft doesnt make rotors. I think you are trying to compare Hygain and Yaesu. I have used Hygain for years and can tell you that they are built like a rock. Work great. I also have
- /archives//html/Towertalk/2001-06/msg00519.html (7,515 bytes)
- 22. [TowerTalk] Identifing a tower (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Thu, 31 May 2001 22:35:00 EDT
- I am sure that Steve knows more than I do about this but I recall that Universal recommends nothing of that size windload more than 6 feet about a tower neck. And even that will drive a Ham IV nuts w
- /archives//html/Towertalk/2001-05/msg00008.html (7,119 bytes)
- 23. [TowerTalk] universal aluminium towers (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Sat, 12 May 2001 00:29:05 EDT
- I am not quire sure why people would have problems tipping a Universal Tower. First, Universal towers should not be guyed. They are made to have some sway in the wind and give. Second, I tip mine in
- /archives//html/Towertalk/2001-05/msg00265.html (8,279 bytes)
- 24. [TowerTalk] Reasonable Price for Used Tailtwister (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Tue, 16 Nov 1999 20:58:52 EST
- Tailtwisters in good shape go for $200-250 in Minneapolis. Condition should be great for $250 with a clean control box, no scratches. $275 if reconditioned rotor. 73 Mike K0BUD -- FAQ on WWW: http://
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-11/msg00344.html (7,200 bytes)
- 25. [TowerTalk] Hy-Gain explorer (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Thu, 25 Nov 1999 15:00:13 EST
- Hi Gunnar! Thats the Hygain Explorer 14, one of the best beams Hygain ever built! The Reflector has one trap on each side and the Director has two traps on each side. The 40 mtr element is a add-on a
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-11/msg00497.html (7,233 bytes)
- 26. [TowerTalk] Tower questions (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Sat, 16 Oct 1999 09:45:07 EDT
- Hi Steve! Rohn 25G prices vary from georgraphy to geography but in the Minnesota area they go for $25/section. Add 50% of new price for any additional equipment such as tip over base, brackets, etc.
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-10/msg00455.html (7,282 bytes)
- 27. [TowerTalk] Hygain (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Wed, 20 Oct 1999 23:36:42 EDT
- I dont think that Hygain was going belly up (as someone stated) when it was sold. Simply, Telex backed off the amateur products line a few years ago when it was not contributing to the bottom line of
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-10/msg00623.html (8,271 bytes)
- 28. [TowerTalk] Tower questions (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 21:46:06 EDT
- Rohn 25 goes for $25/section in Mpls and it better be in great condition! 73 Mike K0BUD -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/towertalkfaq.html Submissions: towertalk@contesting.com Administrative
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-10/msg00795.html (7,085 bytes)
- 29. [TowerTalk] B&W Model 593 (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Wed, 27 Oct 1999 21:53:23 EDT
- The B & W should handle 1000 watts without a problem but is basically only a HF switch. 73 Mike K0BUD -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/towertalkfaq.html Submissions: towertalk@contesting.com
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-10/msg00796.html (6,800 bytes)
- 30. [TowerTalk] Small Beam Opinions (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Fri, 13 Aug 1999 17:56:14 EDT
- Hi Scott! I have been asked the question of what to put on a chimney many times and let me pass along my my best choices for Minnesota type weather: Hygain TH3 or TH3Jr Butternut HF5B MiniQuad (tough
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-08/msg00235.html (7,727 bytes)
- 31. [TowerTalk] Small tribander & AB-577 (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Wed, 7 Jul 1999 00:04:40 EDT
- My experience I would take the Hygain TH5 without hesitation. My experience with the Moselys is a front to back problem which doesnt seem to be as much of a problem with the TH5. I like the construct
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-07/msg00104.html (7,834 bytes)
- 32. [TowerTalk] mobile antennas (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Thu, 15 Jul 1999 01:03:54 EDT
- If I remember the story from QST on mobile antennas I think they recommended the High Sierra screwdriver type antenna as the winner. The Outback didnt do bad either. Happy to send you a copy of the s
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-07/msg00222.html (6,940 bytes)
- 33. [TowerTalk] HyGain considerations (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Mon, 19 Jul 1999 20:11:24 EDT
- It is experience of a friend that you cannot get any parts from the "old Hygain staff". Further, the same friend of mine called MFJ about parts last week and couldnt find anyone who knew the answer t
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-07/msg00343.html (7,620 bytes)
- 34. [TowerTalk] Yaesu Service - Where ? (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Sat, 12 Jun 1999 11:59:23 EDT
- Yaesu Factory Service USA: 17210 Edwards Road Cerritos, California 90703 You can ask for an estimate if you wish and minimum charges by calling 562-404-2700 but if I were you and I wanted to get if f
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-06/msg00101.html (7,192 bytes)
- 35. [TowerTalk] TH6DXX Price? (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Sun, 20 Jun 1999 14:48:56 EDT
- Hi Ray! It has been my experience that antennas vary on the used market from city to city. However, since that beam has not been manufactured for at least 15 years and you probably also want to repla
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-06/msg00215.html (7,146 bytes)
- 36. [TowerTalk] Cable loss (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Tue, 22 Jun 1999 22:25:17 EDT
- We currently are using 180 foot runs of RG8 at our Twin City FM Club Station located in a Public Building. We had no choice. We run 1200 watts PEP when we use the amp and 100 watts barefoot. We get o
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-06/msg00257.html (7,141 bytes)
- 37. [TowerTalk] Rotor Question (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Tue, 29 Jun 1999 23:05:18 EDT
- The mast mount for the Ham IV will match the Ham III, Ham II, and Ham-M! All the controls boxes work on everyone of them too! 73 Mike K0BUD -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/towertalkfaq.html
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-06/msg00342.html (6,972 bytes)
- 38. [TowerTalk] Perfect Field Day beam? (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Sun, 2 May 1999 22:01:44 EDT
- Extra Extra Mr Steve. I meant the TH3 is the perfect Field Day Beam and not the TA3. I have no idea how that rated in your report but I can tell you W0EF is blasting through lots of FD contacts with
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-05/msg00044.html (8,303 bytes)
- 39. [TowerTalk] Hy-Gain, responsibility shifted (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Wed, 12 May 1999 08:13:08 EDT
- I am seeing the MFJ bashing starting here and I cannot blame those that do. MFJ has quality control that sometimes reminds one of the Bowery Boys! But take a look at Mirage and Ameritron both of whic
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-05/msg00260.html (8,697 bytes)
- 40. [TowerTalk] Traps (score: 1)
- Author: N0OEL@aol.com (N0OEL@aol.com)
- Date: Tue, 25 May 1999 22:02:49 EDT
- Spi-Ro makes a great trap. I have used their 7.1 mtr trap for 80/40 for some time. Telephone 1800-728-7594. That are also quite helpful if you have problems. Also make trap kits including wire and in
- /archives//html/Towertalk/1999-05/msg00361.html (7,194 bytes)
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