We usually use a come-along on the backstay (as well as the tram line) so you can tighten/adjust as needed. You can really exert a lot of side force on the tower/mast even with smaller antennas when
I've read articles that indicate 1) The distance from a xmtr/amp where a stub is installed is not critical. and 2) If the stub is not installed directly at the output of the xmtr/amp, it should be in
I'm think I should partner up with this guy and see if he'll put a banner up on his site for my Tinfoil hats. I think we have a common customer base. BTW, just to keep this germaine to the reflector.
Hello I've inherited what I was told was a KLM 40M4. (Not sure if that's a valid model number.) It needs works and I'm looking for a manual. An electronic copy would be best but also willing to pay f
Thanks to all - I have the manual. 73 dink _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ TowerTalk mailing list TowerTalk@contesting.com http://lists
Have had the ZM30 for two years. Very happy with it. No issues. Really like the ability to scan a band, download the result into a spreadsheet, and store it. 73 dink, n7wa ___________________________
OK - this is only LOOSELY associated with antennas but I'm asking for a friend. Friend has a screwdriver type antenna. Instructions say not to leave a SWR meter in-line between the rig and the antenn
I had pot problems three years in a row. Taking them apart, they were wet inside. The last time, 3 years ago, I soldered on the wires, then dipped it twice in liquid tape. Obviously, that doesn't to
Just did this with my 3el 40M that went up last weekend as the DE was at the balance point. I actually used the Tic Rig Truss and extra saddle clamps to "hoist" the beam up a bit and made a new bala
I swear I've seen stuff on detuning a boom. I even thought I saw it in the ARRL Antenna handbook. However, I can't seem to anything. (I have found stuff about detuning towers). Any references? cheers
Hi Steve I have 2 yagi's, a C31XR and a 3el 40M (old KLM) I just refurbished and put up underneath it. As long as the two booms are lined up. All is fine. (At least that makes it simple :>) If they s
Hi Peter I was envisioning a T-match or Delta match type arrangement where I reach out as far as possible on the boom on either side of the driven element and using a coil of coax for a capacitor. Th
It's not always possible, but I can't stress how helpful it has been to have experienced mentors or to have worked (ground crew or in the air) with experienced Hams before embarking on my own project
Admittedly, I haven't done my homework and checked the schematics. Just looking for a quick answer before going further. I have a HDR-300 (works great) but HATE the control head (it's HUGE!). Has any
No problems with the rotor (even after being dropped 50' years ago). Just don't like the controller. Used the Heathkit (HD1780?) rotor control with it for a while but really didn't care for that eith
So I have collected a number of N connectors in my Junk box. Don't usually use these but I have a need for my current project. The ones I can't figure out are stamped Amphenol 82-4367. There is a sim
Hello All So, between my two towers, it appears I may have enough room to put up a half-square for 80 meters. I've read the info in the antenna book but still have a couple of questions that weren't