For what it's worth, on their website under Appendix F, Tech Manual for the
30M dipole, Cal-Av recommends 2 coats of Rustoleum Light Gray Primer,
#2081 - after cleaning with scotchbrite pads and MEK solvent.
73, Jerry W5KP
----- Original Message -----
From: Eddy Avila <k6sdw@hotmail.com>
To: <towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 26, 2001 8:31 PM
Subject: [TowerTalk] Painting antennas, need advice
>
> Well, the xyl is up in arms about my new 32' butternut vertical in the
back
> yard!!! G A D!!
>
> So, I'm afraid I need to paint the damn thing, probably green so its not
so
> "bright" in her landscape. Any suggestions on a paint manufacturer? I've
> heard many paints contain metal particles which I would guess would be a
bad
> thing on the antenna and should be avoided?
>
> Thanks for any suggestions/experiences --
>
> 73...../ed
>
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