Topband: Converting a full-size G5RV to a T for 160m

[Michael G. Carper]

Thanks for all the replies.  I've also found this article by AD1B in CQ from
1995 to be helpful.

http://techdoc.kvindesland.no/radio/antennas/20061010171110285.pdf

Thus far, the (102') G5RV is up at about 50' and I'm not using it in a T
configuration.  It's loading up on 160m like a regular G5RV.  I know that's
not optimal, BUT...

I only need 30 more countries on 160m for DXCC and we'll be moving by March.
So I'm not going to get all fancy with another inverted-L... or putting down
a full ground field.  I'll do the best I can to work 30 more with the G5RV
or by following the attached article.

Mike, WA9PIE


-----Original Message-----
From: Topband [mailto:topband-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of Michael
G. Carper
Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2012 7:09 PM
To: topband at contesting.com
Subject: Topband: Converting a full-size G5RV to a T for 160m

Hey guys.

 

I saw a few items in a Google search where guys had converted their
full-size G5RV into a T antenna on 160m.  It had something to do with adding
the obligatory counterpoise and shorting the feedline.  This would turn the
antenna from a horizontal radiator to a vertical radiator.

 

Anyone have any info on this?  Or can you refer me to a source?

 

Mike, WA9PIE

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