[TowerTalk] 6 meter antenna ?

[Dick Flanagan]

>From: "Greg Gobleman" <k9zm@frontiernet.net>
>
>Has anyone had any problem with the M2 6M7JHV antenna?  This has a 30'8"
>Boom which is only 1.5" dia.  I am looking to get on 6m and want the most
>value for the buck.  This seems to be it.  However, everything I have ever
>read says to use a larger boom for this type of length.  Just curious if it
>is a bit too floppy in the air.  Should I consider another antenna of
>similar size/gain?  I am planning on putting this at about 52' in the air on
>a second tower with possibly a 5 el 10 meter antenna a few feet under it.
>This would be my primary 6m antenna.  Other suggestions would be
>appreciated?

I considered the M2 6M7JHV, too, but opted for the slightly beefier
"standard" 6M7.  I believe the JHV was designed for portable use,
therefore the slightly lighter duty boom.

Installing the 6M7 was part of a three-antenna party we had last year
that is chronicled at http://www.qsl.net/w6old/antenna.html

Regardless of which 6M7 you choose, however, I am sure you will be
pleased with it.  Mike puts out good stuff.

73, Dick

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Dick Flanagan W6OLD CFII Minden, Nevada DM09db (South of Reno)
Visit http://www.qsl.net/cvrc/



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