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101. Re: [BULK] - Re: [TowerTalk] Vacuum tube 100 years old today (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2004 11:14:13 -0700
Maybe that's why the one I launched from Vandenberg only made it half way to Kwajalein? ;-) Joe WD&Oslash;M Colonel, USAF (Ret) At 11:08 AM 11/18/2004, Alan C. Zack wrote: One of the projects I worke
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-11/msg00517.html (13,616 bytes)

102. Re: [TowerTalk] K6STI Receiving loop question (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2004 12:51:49 -0700
Hi Dave, Perhaps the easiest way (if you have an antenna analyzer or access to one) is to check the impedance at the antenna using an antenna analyzer. That will tell you which way to go in modifying
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-11/msg00524.html (8,774 bytes)

103. Re: [TowerTalk] K6STI Receiving loop question (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2004 13:16:12 -0700
Good point - how close is "close enough" - but if you're doing it the first time, why not 'do it right" instead of having to do it over? :-) 73, Joe WD&Oslash;M At 01:11 PM 11/18/2004, Pete Smith wro
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-11/msg00528.html (11,202 bytes)

104. Re: [TowerTalk] K6STI Receiving loop question (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2004 13:35:33 -0700
Still not a problem Pete - but if he was asking how to reduce the SWR - receive or not - that still didn't answer his question....just told him to ignore it. 73, Joe WD&Oslash;M At 01:32 PM 11/18/200
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-11/msg00531.html (12,194 bytes)

105. Re: [TowerTalk] Re: Tower Installation (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2004 14:35:58 -0700
My practice as well. The standoffs let the cables slide through them, and collect on the ground. 73, Joe WD&Oslash;M At 02:26 PM 11/18/2004, KJ0M wrote: Alan C. Zack wrote: Could anyone suggest a boo
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-11/msg00537.html (8,678 bytes)

106. Re: [TowerTalk] Station grounding on granite (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Sun, 21 Nov 2004 08:58:40 -0700
Here in the Rockies, the professional tower installers use 1.5 inch wide copper strips, spread out across the rocks to disburse lightning strikes on their tower installations in the mountains. Based
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-11/msg00613.html (12,493 bytes)

107. Re: [TowerTalk] Antenna modeling (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Wed, 08 Dec 2004 08:52:14 -0700
2 Cents worth: A SteppIR can be "adjusted" for top loading - as you move the elements, you can see how it interacts on your system, and move the elements to the position that may optimize your instal
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-12/msg00180.html (9,207 bytes)

108. Re: [TowerTalk] Cold question from the white South (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Fri, 24 Dec 2004 13:30:33 -0700
Hi Jamie, In a word, "yes". Having lived in Alaska for many years, and seen -82 F on the thermometer (not wind chill - that was off the charts at well over -100 F), I can say with a bit of authority
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-12/msg00476.html (11,341 bytes)

109. Re: [TowerTalk] Help! Need specific tower/ant. photos for Zoning (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Sun, 26 Dec 2004 08:48:28 -0700
I too agree. Before I bought my home on 5 acres in an HOA controlled subdivision, I took pictures of where I wanted to put the tower, surrounded by some tall pine trees, then used Photoshop to place
/archives//html/Towertalk/2004-12/msg00496.html (9,025 bytes)

110. Re: [TowerTalk] BANISHMENT FROM TOWER TALK (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Fri, 07 Jan 2005 14:03:41 -0700
May I concur with the statement below. 73, Joe WD&Oslash;M At 02:00 PM 1/7/2005, bob finger wrote: I will third the praises of Champion Radio. My dealings with Steve have always been first rate and f
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-01/msg00196.html (8,868 bytes)

111. Re: [TowerTalk] Ham radio vs. satellite dishes (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Tue, 11 Jan 2005 09:36:39 -0700
I now subscribe to Dish Network (previously used Direct TV for a year), and have no problems. I run an Alpha 87a at full limit on all bands 160 - 10 meters, and also operate at 100 watts on 6 meters.
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-01/msg00336.html (12,394 bytes)

112. Re: [TowerTalk] Rohn 25G and Ice Loading (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Tue, 11 Jan 2005 13:30:20 -0700
Lived on the coast of Alaska for quite a few years - we had a heck of an ice storm, resulting in up to 3 inches of ice on my tower and antennas. There is a picture on my old web site: http://www.xyz.
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-01/msg00346.html (8,862 bytes)

113. Re: [TowerTalk] Frozen Rotor (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Wed, 19 Jan 2005 12:17:21 -0700
I used a Cool Whip container, split up the side, and cut a hole in the bottom to fit the mast. That and a little duct tape and problem solved....cheap and effective. 73, Joe WD&Oslash;M -- No virus f
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-01/msg00825.html (8,726 bytes)

114. Re: [TowerTalk] Tower Spacing (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2005 12:55:57 -0700
Hi Keith, Yes there is - judging by your location in Tomball, TX, the separation should be approximately in Pagosa Springs, CO. I'd be happy to let you install your second tower on my 5 acres. 73, Jo
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-02/msg00527.html (7,310 bytes)

115. Re: [TowerTalk] Computer control antenna switch (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Thu, 10 Mar 2005 07:42:26 -0700
I don't use their hardware, although I do use their logging program, which includes all the setup arrangements required to integrate their hardware into the program and your station. I've beta tested
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-03/msg00202.html (10,642 bytes)

116. Re: [TowerTalk] Help in planning a new QTH (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Tue, 15 Mar 2005 13:43:38 -0700
I agree - its a very unfair statement. Want to buy property in Washington? My brother is a realtor there AND a ham. It certainly is incumbent upon the BUYER to check things out - relying totally on a
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-03/msg00354.html (9,858 bytes)

117. Re: [TowerTalk] Help in planning a new QTH (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2005 08:22:09 -0700
Quite true - in fact, my contingency was that I would apply to the HOA first, and if they did NOT approve the tower installation, the contract would be null and void. It was interesting how quickly i
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-03/msg00385.html (11,009 bytes)

118. Re: [TowerTalk] Help in planning a new QTH (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2005 18:42:15 -0700
Same here - the negative comments seem to come from those who don't own one. Mine has been up for 18 months, survived heavy winds and up to 3 inches of ice - and keeps on ticking. Love it! 73, Joe WD
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-03/msg00437.html (11,675 bytes)

119. Re: [TowerTalk] SteppIR (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Tue, 22 Mar 2005 12:36:10 -0700
Better put your name on the waiting list now, Gary - in five years, there still will be a long list of people wanting them. Mine's already been through heavy ice and snow storms here in the Rocky Mou
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-03/msg00744.html (8,852 bytes)

120. Re: [TowerTalk] Tower Restrictions (score: 1)
Author: Joe - WD&Oslash;M <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2005 09:52:58 -0700
I applied to the HOA for permission to install a 55 foot tower and SteppIR BEFORE I bought the house - the sale was contingent upon my receiving approval from the HOA. I got permission and bought the
/archives//html/Towertalk/2005-03/msg00920.html (8,256 bytes)


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