[TowerTalk] Adding reflector to 40-meter vertical

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Hi Guys,
 
I've got a ground mounted 1/4 wave 40-meter vertical located at the  edge 
of a saltwater river.  Before sunset tonight, I want to add a 1/4 wave  
reflector behind it to add a little more gain towards Europe.  (a fun  little 
experiment)  I'm only looking for one direction with this antenna:  towards 
Europe... so I'll be end firing it NE with the reflector to the SW  of the 
driven element.
 
A couple quick questions:
 
1) Should I locate the reflector 1/4 wave (33') behind the driven element  
or is there a better distance to use for a simple and quick setup?
 
2) I'm looking for the simplest method of feeding these antennas as I have  
limited parts at this temporary location: a T-connector and  coax!  Would 
the use of a UHF T-Connector and  then individual feedlines to each of the 2 
verticals be the quickest  way to connect them?  If so, any recommendations 
for feedline  lengths?  
 
Thanks!
 
Dick- K9OM/4