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[TowerTalk] 6 Meter Antenna

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Subject: [TowerTalk] 6 Meter Antenna
From: Jleikhim@nettally.com (Leikhim, Joe)
Date: Tue, 21 Apr 1998 20:34:25 -0400
I would suggest the M Squared (M2) models. They are wel built and
weatherproofed.

W5ASP wrote:
> 
> I have been asked by a good friend who lives on the island of Grand
> Cayman, B.W.I. what make/model of 6 Meter yagi he should put up at
> his station. As I don't operate 6 Meters and know nothing about the
> current 6 Meter antenna world, I would appreciate any suggestions
> from those with savy and experience on this subject.
> 
> Aside from performance, the antenna should be well engineered to stand
> up in high winds, and endure a salt air environment. Perhaps
> something like 6 elements on a 30' boom, give or take. It would
> probably be side mounted at the 70-80' level.
> 
> Obviously, I'm taking the easy out by asking for advice rather than
> doing some serious homework first. But then I'm sure there is far more
> information available through this Reflector than I could ever dig up.
> 
> Please send your comments direct to: w5asp@aol.com
> 
> Thanks....
> 
> Joe, W5ASP
> 
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