[TowerTalk] Re: [Antennas] Hygain Hytower 18HT

[Tony Martin W4FOA]

Ed,
My 18HT is the older version, but it tunes (with antenna tuner) and works
great on 30 meters.  If not mistaken, I think the current version offers a
stub for 17 meters...if so, then that would leave only 12 meters.  I don't
think it will do 6 meters but may be worth a try.  I have the high power 160
meter trap for my 18HT but I do not currently use it (not interested in
selling it, sorry).  If you do put up the HT, try to figure a place where
you can "tilt it" as it comes with a hinged base...from the base to the tip
of the vertical whip, it is about 60 feet tall...(check details on this to
be sure).  Good luck.
Tony, W4FOA


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Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2004 10:25 AM
Subject: [Antennas] Hygain Hytower 18HT


> I've enjoyed the thread on this antenna, to the point where I may consider
> getting one.  I was previously considering the Steppir vertical, but the
> height/size of this one seems appealing.  I just have two concerns:
>
> 1) I live in a city lot and the vertical would be fairly close to the
house
> (5' away) and 20' from powerlines, though the height helps.
>
> 2)  This antenna does not cover 6m or the WARC bands.  Any mods for this?
>
> Your input is appreciated.
>
> 73,
> Ed NI6S
>
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