> I am wanting to buy a short 2 element 40 meter beam.? I live near
Houston, T exas so ice loading would not be a factor.? From time to time I do
use legal limit AM and SSB, so that might be a factor.? At one time I used a
HyG ain 402BA but took it down years ago when I moved.? I still have it and
had planned to refurbish it and install it at the present QTH.? However,
what little I have read there are much better short 2 element 40 meter beams
out there these days.? I think high power AM is not the best idea with this
old antenna.? Consequently, my mind has now progressed to the point where
I think I need a different newer short 2 element 40 meter beam.
> I'd sure be interested in hearing from knowledgeable hams what I should
consider buying and why.? These things are not cheap, so I don't want to
make a mistake in what I purchase.? I'm thinking the AM power requirement
might limit my selection.? I'll be mounting the antenna up around 50 foot.?
So can you guys give me some advice?? I'd sure appreciate any advice you
might be able to pass on to me.
The one to use IMO - the Cushcraft 402CD or the newer version. 250 kHz
of bandwidth if you use the LXC Dimensions and real decent performance.
Will also tolerate close proximity (6') to other antennas.
Cheers,
Steve K7LXC
TOWER TECH
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