I thought I remembered reading somewhere that wrapping the guy around the tree, lining it with old garden hose, and clamping it was one method. Since we are supposed to check our systems at least onc
If you go to http://www.polyphaser.com/ and select Technical Info you will learn everything you want to know about proper grounding and lightning protection. They have done a pretty thorough job ther
Have you tried: http://funnelweb.utcc.utk.edu/~cebik/radio.html That and a whole lot more is likely to be found there ..... 73, DavidC K1YP -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/towertalkfaq.html
At what height please do you have your dipole(s)? I imagine that will make a significant difference in performance. Thanks! & 73, DavidC K1YP -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/towertalkfaq.htm
I recall from a previous go-round on this subject a fellow recommended a piece of a special belt from a harvester. Seems it is indestructible and doesn't disintegrate from sun. Since sandpaper is on
Actually, it is a good excuse to upgrade to their sealed-connector replacement for the terminal strip. Just a thought ... 73, DavidC K1YP -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/towertalkfaq.html Su
Does it matter if the tar is on the rod into the concrete? K1YP -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/towertalkfaq.html Submissions: towertalk@contesting.com Administrative requests: towertalk-REQ
of You mean we are *not* supposed to have the base in standing water for the really BIG signal good buddy? I thought I'd set mine in a puddle and add some salt to season my signal ... wonder what hi
Try contacting Derek K7FF at k7ff@inreach.com. He has some real heavy duty guy insulators ... am getting some myself ... but for making rugged wire antennas. I am using Phillystran for the guys. 73,
George, et al: Am I reading-in too much or does this suggest that stainless is significantly weaker, and more prone to failure? If the stainless bolts are "fairly easy to shear" then are they not al
Living here in lightning-intensive central Florida can be a nuisance sometimes. I'd like to be able to operate on lineisolated battery power when lightning is in the area but do not dare to do so wit
Won't Vaseline trap lots of insects? Won't it then slowly break down due to the acids in their decaying bodies and then trap that moisture and acid on the strips? Here in Florida bugs influence lots
Dear 4-Square Knowledgeable Hams: I've been to the Comtek site but have many questions not answered there. 1. What is the total cost for an complete elevated 40m 4-square system? It looks to be somet
Progress at last! The trees have come down, the area is being cleared, tower-time approaches! One of the three guy anchor points encroaches upon the yard. I want to use a raised guy anchor at that po
the and You might also have a look at KMA antennas: http://www.qsl.net/w4kma/hf.htm they claim better specs ... though their price and specs compete with the T-8 rather than the T-6. I am wondering
As this discussion rages I'd like to ask for the following facts. (If we can contextualize the discussion we will have an improved possibility of learning something useful together.) A. How do the pa