Topband: Relays for Transmit/Receive Switching

[Ben Champion]

Hello,

I had a blast in the CQWW 160 Meter CW contest, and I want to improve my antenna system for the SSB contest. I am wanting to use a coaxial receive loop for receive and my "T" vertical for transmit. I need to be able to switch from the receive loop to the "T" when I transmit, and ground the vertical while I receive on the loop. I am planning to do this with a relay (or relays, as the case may be). What kind of relay should I use (coaxial or just a general purpose relay), and what kind of current rating should the relay contacts have? I will be using less than 250 watts for transmit at all times, and I plan to have the TX/RX switch right at the rig. Lastly, are there any other things that are important to know when using relays in this fashion?

I would appreciate any knowledge/advice on this topic.

Thank you and 73,

Ben

AE6NY