Thanks to all who responded to my inquiry. The majority opted for the 18AV? as their guess. I would NOT have considered the 10-80 mtr version -- rather the 4-band version with the addition of the 40m
Based upon the recommendations of a majority of respondees, I called Hy-Gain this morning. The personnel at Hy-Gain were quite helpful... although unable to help. Apparently, this company recently (?
Looking for two to four sections of small tower... around 8" to 12" 'face'. Condition is not crucial. I want to setup some temporary supports to test different antennas and configurations. Anyone hav
If you guys want to flex your spandex-covered intelligences and egos, please do it backchannel. I subscribed to TowerTalk because I wanted to learn... not to see notices about address blocking on Exc
Sorry, guys... I have to disagree about the use of 'crimp' RF connectors. By definition, a crimp connector is a mechanical (AKA compression) connector. It relies on the compression to maintain physi
The link (way below) is for an ftp site. Try THIS one: http://bama.sbc.edu/cde.htm Gary B List Sponsored by AN Wireless: AN Wireless handles Rohn tower systems, Trylon Titan towers, coax, hardline an
I continue to be fascinated by the debates on TT. The explanations accompanying the positions help me (and perhaps others) to understand the complexities of antenna theory, design, and operation. How
I am making the final decisions on my tower. I have selected the Trylon T-600 self-supporting tower. However, Trylon specs show Projected Surface Area loading as a function of 'round' or 'flat'. Whil
Did anyone else get just a blank page when they went to this web site? Or is it just me?? Gary B k3gb [Snip] [Snip] List Sponsored by AN Wireless: AN Wireless handles Rohn tower systems, Trylon Titan
TowerTalkians... My question is simple. I live in a "70 mph" wind zone according to what I can determine. Can I SAFELY use the 70 mph figure or should I build in additional capacity by purchasing a s
Maybe the local radio club will go for this!! It could ease Field Day setup [BIG grin] http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1635139844 Gary B k3gb page go http://www.anwireless.com
Dave K3BHJ forwards: [snip] While I have MUCH respect for the subscribers of this reflector and their wealth of knowledge, IMHO *these* questions belong with an attorney and structural engineer *unde
Dave K3BHJ forwards: [snip] While I have MUCH respect for the subscribers of this reflector and their wealth of knowledge, IMHO *these* questions belong with an attorney and structural engineer *unde
Dave K3BHJ forwards: [snip] While I have MUCH respect for the subscribers of this reflector and their wealth of knowledge, IMHO *these* questions belong with an attorney and structural engineer *unde
responses here, please point me to it. Ken... I'm fairly new to TT and certainly a 'novice' when it comes to towers, so I can't advise on the tower issues. However, I can tell you what I am doing to
The Commo Section at our Da Nang Headquarters used a LARGE (emphasize L A R G E) LPA. Boom was about 64' and *appeared* to use Rohn 25 as the boom material!! I *think* the elements were all interconn
Now hear me out BEFORE you laugh... and THEN tell me why this isn't a good idea! Ever since the '60s I have used Vaseline on all outdoor antennas. This obviously includes all nuts and bolts, but also
Good morning, all... I am about 3 or 4 weeks from pouring concrete. And I am still looking for faster, easier, less expensive ways to complete my tower project. I have scanned the archives, but can f
Guess that sums it up! Thanks, Bill. Gary B k3gb angle Cooool... deviate in count of List Sponsored by AN Wireless: AN Wireless handles Rohn tower systems, Trylon Titan towers, coax, hardline and mor
Author: blueis@sprintmail.com (Gary B ( RVN 'BTO' ))
Date: Sat, 4 Aug 2001 13:26:06 -0400
I tried the links and they worked okay for me. If you are using the first link, notice that the link is truncated... that is, part of the link is on the line BELOW the first part of the link. You can