From: Balmforth, Kevin D
Subject: KT-34A Refurb???
To: CQ CONTEST
From: Balmforth, Kevin D on Mon, Apr 19, 1993 10:08 AM
Subject: KT-34A Refurb???
To: CONTESTMAIL
I recently acquired a used KT-34A, which I proceeded to disassemble and clean
off all the accumulated smog/gunk. When I put it back together, I noticed
that many of the shorting straps would not clamp tightly to the tubing, even
though the nuts were tightened all the way on the screws. Has anyone had any
experience with loose straps on this kind of antenna? It seems that this
could affect performance, especially after a year or two in the air. What did
you do to tighten things up? What about spot soldering the straps to the
tubing? Any comments would be appreciated.
73, Kevin NC6U
0015017@msgate.emis.hac.com
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