[TowerTalk] CUSHCRAFT 40-2CD HELP

[JACKSON@cyberzane.net]

CATALANO_DENIS_E@hq.navsea.navy.mil wrote:
> 
>      We acquired a used 40-2CD (40 meter 2 element yagi) and wanted to test
>      it out after assembly.  Assembly went fine after putting on some new
>      hardware.  We tried testing it on a step ladder just to see if it was
>      in the ballpark.  Turns out that the resonant freq is at 6.90 MHZ, and
>      above 3 to 1 SWR in the ham band.  I know it's close to the ground,
>      but what else can be done before putting it up?  Is this normal?  Any
>      other way to test it?  Is following the Cushcraft assembly
>      instructions dimensions usually close to being correct once it's up?
>      Any help appreciated.
>                              73 Denis, W4DC
> 
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Denis,
Try standing it on end with front stright up....
This is what a lot do and see if there is any difference.
Good luck Everett WZ8P CUL


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