Is anyone using 1/2" Superflex around their rotor. Does it hold up to the twisting? -John _______________________________________________ See: http://www.mscomputer.com for "Self Supporting Towers",
Is anyone using 1/2" Superflex around their rotor. Does it hold up to the twisting? Thanks -John _______________________________________________ See: http://www.mscomputer.com for "Self Supporting To
I want to seal all coax entering an outdoor-mounted NEMA box with dust boots (like a gear shift boot). The coax will enter the box directly (no bulkhead connectors). Does anyone know a source for boo
Hi all Does anyone know if it is feasible to convert a Cushcraft A3S (10,15,20) for use on 12 and 17? Anyone had an A3S trap apart? Thanks John N9RF _______________________________________________ Se
Hi all I have a 55' Rohn 25 that is loaded a bit on the heavy side. Over some time, it has become loose at the joints. Can I drill the bolt holes to the next larger size without weakening the structu
Hi all, After some sound advice from the folks on the Topband reflector, I have decided to install on or in ground radials for a shunt fed vertical (rather than elevated radials). I know that within
The problem with waterproofing connectors is that what works for one, does not work for another. My Elmer insists on electrical tape and a silicone product called Welders Cement available at Walmart.
Hey all, I have 55' of Rohn 25 with a single set of guys at the top. It is house-bracketed at about 15', just below the top of the first full section. It has a pretty good load on it. Today, a tree c
Perhaps it is because of galvanic action eating the zinc in the galvanized tower, just like copper does. Stainless steel about halway down the Galvanic Series as copper. Zinc or Cadmium plated bolts
Hello all, I have a 70' Universal aluminum tower which I want to guy in two places. Has anyone any ideas as to the best way to attach the guys to the tower? Thanks, John, N9RF _______________________
Sorry if this is a dupe. Can anyone tell me minimum spacing needed between a Cushcraft A505S, 6 meter yagi, and guy wires? Thanks, -John ______________________________________________________________
Try sitting on top of your roof while cleaning your firearms in full view of the locals. This technique also works for your daughter's prospective boyfriends. John, N9RF _____________________________
I contacted Universal Towers about this very matter for my 70' er. My problem was 12.5 sq.ft. on a tower not designed for it. The design guy there suggested 3 sets of guys attached by wrapping 3/16"
Hi gang, I am writing for a friend who is not Internet enabled. He has been a Ham IV user since it's introduction. As a moicrowaver, his towers see a good load. He keeps a spare rotor to swap out whe
Thanks to all that responded to my query of rotor choice. Personally, I have had both and the Yaesu wins hands-down. But I wanted outside feedback for my friend. Now, other than Yaesu, who repairs th
This unit is quality throughout, and I am happy I bought it. Mine has worked at the legal limit for a year now without any problems. The enclosure is solid and waterproof. Operation with two radios i
Hello to all, I am considering using a 10' dish for 1296. I would like to see it up 70'. Has anyone any experience with such a project? In particular, what are the minimum requirements as to the towe
Hello to all, I am considering using a 10' dish for 1296. I would like to see it up 70'. Has anyone any experience with such a project? In particular, what are the minimum requirements as to the towe
You are right about the quantity. As to the the program being "good", I would have to disagree. John, N9RF ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour _______
Pete, I assume from your omission, that the antenna is pointing in the right direction, and that the indicator is the problem. The indicator is driven by a DC motor via a belt. The belt becomes stret