Thanks for all the replies. The consensus is to go with the transformer--mainly for isolating the feedline from the antenna. There sure is a wealth of information on this reflector!! 73 Tom W7WHY -- FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/FAQ/towertalk Submissions: towertalk@contesting.com Administrative requests: towertalk-REQUEST@contesting.com Problems: owner-towertalk@contesting.com