I think he means his favorite antenna causes RFI problems with his rotator controller. But he took a minute to "boast" a bit about how well it works, which explains why he wants to fix the RFI proble
I have only used mine for a few tries, and I think I agree with Barry's assessment. It is WAY better than what I had used for 160 before and has much wider bandwidth (formerly using AlphaDelta DX-B s
I agree with Jim. Feed with coax and use a UnUn or current balun like DX Engineering sells for this. AND COMPLETE THE RADIAL FIELD - Whether or not you lay them on the ground. Even if you do the Inve
Can any of you guys say the conclusion in plain English. I am new at this and still learning electrical theory. So... good idea or not? feasible or not? Call the fire dept or not? I am studying for t
Roger is an "Old Crimper," for sure !!! (sorry Roger, I could not resist poking some some fun!) == Richards - K8JHR == == _______________________________________________ _____________________________
Hi Bob - My research leads me to conclude the new tower will couple with and seriously detune the Hy-Tower. Similarly with heavy, substantial metal masts within a reasonable distance from the Hy-Towe
Sidebar = YOU GOT A 50 FOOT TOWER ON A 55 FOOT WIDE LOT ??? YES. I LOVE IT. !!! Way to go! == Richards - K8JHR == Ed Richardson wrote: the tower is a 50' freestanding is brand new, just installed ___
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I researched the subject of ground radials before installing my big 43 foot vertical, and concluded the the lossy earth will detune them. Many short radials, beats a few long ones. For example, 30, 3
After researching the matter, I elected to put at least 36 ground radials 40 feet long, I will add more longer ones later when the weather clears, for my big vertical antenna. I would do the same for
you might use a hot glue gun. No warranties, express or implied, and some assembly required, your mileage may vary, keep off the grass. etc. Happy trails and 73. -- Richards - K8JHR -- == -- ________
What does the spray product manufacture say to do? That would be the most reliable source of info on how to prepare the surface. Just MY take... == K8JHR == == _______________________________________
Hi Larry -- While it is possible someone has done in A/B comparison of these two products, it is not likely. First, they are nearly identical in design and function, and second, the Hy-Gain product h
I have the same idea... you might try to attach (tie?) the balun and the first bit of window line to some third object so that the object holds it all together. Maybe you can use the window panes to
oh, I don't know... why start now... it'll just slow down the paperwork. :-) == Anonymous - K8JHR == Guess I will have to start proof reading what i send out. > ______________________________________
Too cute... but locking a wench up in a tower is so.... well... old school.... ;-) == K8JHR == _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ TowerTal
As a retired lawyer... I AGREE... We are DOOMED ! ;-) But seriously folks, she may be exactly the type of person we want in the position of law enforcement ... after all ... every prosecuting attorne
I'll just say two things: 1) Quite right. I am a retired lawyer... and I will hire someone to do my power work. A professional, bonded, licensed, properly trained, and foolhardy enough to do it while
Funny, I heard that joke about a lawyer and a skunk... :-) besides, there are only two lawyer jokes -- all those other stories are true! == anonymous == ______________________________________________
Those shows and articles often have disclaimers. Dave Ramsey has a nationally syndicated show and HE has disclaimers. Bruce Williams gave business advice and HE had disclaimers. Many of the investing