[TowerTalk] 40/80M Vertical choice

[Clint Talmadge W5CPT]

I have decided to replace my makeshift 40/80M vertical with a store bought
model and have narrowed the choices to two: The Butternut HF2V and the
Cushcraft MA8040V. 

 

Facts & Figures:

 

                            HF2V                      MA8040V
Advantage

Price                    $270                       $265
Draw

Height                     32'                          23'
HF2V

Weight                    13#                         9#
HF2V

Loading                base                         top
MA8040V

 

 

I have the remnants of a well-used HF6V which is the basis for my present
antenna so I am familiar with how the Butternuts go together, but the manual
for the Cushcraft seems pretty straight forward. 

 

What have I not considered?

 

 

 

Clint Talmadge - W5CPT