Indeed, that is what I meant to say.
On Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 10:03 AM Bruce <w8hw@comcast.net> wrote:
> You maybe confusing "Radiation Resistance" with "Feed point Resistance".
> It often will lower "Feed point Resistance", but raise "radiation
> Resistance". 73 Bruce
>
> On 1/22/2019 9:45 AM, Peter Bertini wrote:
> > I would think adding radials would lower the Radiation resistance. Also,
> > the SWR curve should narrow as ground losses are reduced; since the
> effect
> > of ground loss resistance swamping the results lessens.
> >
> > At some point I suggest, as others, that you get on for the contest and
> see
> > what you can do. If you can run a bit of power, it will help. Receiving
> > is indeed the tough nut to crack on 160 Meters.
> >
> > Elevated radials may be worth a shot. I think Mike uses two with good
> > results. I went to a K2AV FCP and it works good enough for my needs. Even
> > with a K9AY loop system receiving is still my weak point.
> >
> > Get on for the contests and have some fun.
> >
> > Pete
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