Getting out the existing water is the hardest part; there have been several possibilities posted. I would also push a small diameter (say, 1/4 -3/8") piece of Tygon (or similar) tubing down to the bo
When tilting my Universal towers over (up or down), I initially replace the bolts that will be the pivot points with grade 8 bolts - hardened Allen cap screws work nicely. For tilting by hand, anythi
Critters also don't like fiberglass. Steel wool works well, but go for the stainless variety or you will soon have a rusty mess which may permanently stain siding/paint. Be sure to recess it a bit (1
Could you tell me what the "green" coating or ?? is on the rebar that one commonly sees (at least here in NY) when the state builds/rebuilds bridges, etc.? What is "different" about this rebar from w
Letters to the editor are appropriate but unless there is a liability issue at stake or someone of "importance" takes issue, seldom do corrections ever reach most papers yet alone read. If the "New Y
On UHF-type (PL259s), be sure to "wiggle" slightly to fully seat the connector as the mating "teeth" tend to offset slightly while tightening. I agree 100% with the "two-plier" method - have never ha
ScotchCoat hardens and dies from UV in 1-3 years but is supurb for underground use or in conduit. The tape-silicone-tape method is excellent but I would still overspray it with a clear acrylic as a f
I use PVC pipe (size as required - use 1/2 to 4" here) - run a piece 12-18" thru the header and clamp it to a joist (or whatever) using a conduit clamp. On the outside, I use a 45° street el. Thi
Stainless steel wool/brillo pads very good indeed/excellent - good to use too if you are using an underground conduit and have (should have) a drain tee at the low point for condensation - varmints d
AutoZone has it. Tom - WA2BPE _______________________________________________ See: http://www.mscomputer.com for "Self Supporting Towers", "Wireless Weather Stations", and lot's more. Call Toll Free,
"Newer" wiring has a two-layer insulation and overall, is thinner. The outer layer is a clear plastic (?? exact material - maybe Nylon which is not very UV resistant) but is intended for abrasion res
Some paint strppers contain methylene chloride (Dichloromethane) which is a carcinogen. It is easily absorbed through the skin and by inhalation. It is not miscible with water, has a high vapor press
Gentlemen: Looking for a short answer as to the differences/advantages of the (older) MFJ259 vs the 259B. What really is different and/or better, if anything? This likely has been addressed in the ar
See: http://www.arrl.org/news/stories/2004/04/15/103/ Tom - WA2BPE _______________________________________________ See: http://www.mscomputer.com for "Self Supporting Towers", "Wireless Weather Stati
In spending 40+ years in R&D, I read a disturbing number of patents that weren't worth the paper they were printed on. New ideas still have to follow the known laws of physics - until they are proven
This is indeed a disconcerting topic. I am due to replace my aging KT34A (original mfgr) and the list of candidates is shrinking. Surely F12 should realize that "..there's trouble in River City..." a
U can get them new from C.A.T.S. but what also works well is the plastic cased motor starting (AC) caps. Since I switched to using those, I have never had a cap fail. Bear in mind, that you will have