I strongly support doing the M2 upgrade. It replaces those plastic linear
supports with bullet proof aluminum blocks. Makes the antenna very rugged and
should last a long time. Phil KB9CRY
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> Not a job for the faint of heart......cleaning KLM tubes and straps.
>
> What I have found works best, is to use a VERY fine grade of sandpaper inside
> the curved part of the strap and on the outside of the tube. To make a
> better electrical connection where the strap contacts the tube I inserted a
> small
> short stainless steel screw. Do NOT do this on the capacitor tubes or you may
> wind up with a short.
>
> Another thing you might do is to wrap the fiberglass spacers with electrical
> tape to minimize the effects of the sun on the fiberglass, or cover it with
> liquid electrical tape.
>
> Or, you can spring for around $300 to buy the upgrade kit from M2, which I
> have heard is a good investment.
>
> Bill K4XS
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and ask for Sherman, W2FLA.
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