[TowerTalk] Short Top Section for Attic Installation

[Mike Smith VE9AA]

I find these antenna discussions fascinating.

 

Mechanicals aside, how would you weather -and- insect proof such an affair?

 

In my neck of the woods, I'd also be worried about it icing up, then turning
it and (unknowingly) ripping the weather proof barrier/boot or roofing
shingles all apart.

Secondarily, how would you replace the "rubber boot" (or whatever) down the
road?

 

Many years ago now, in CQ or QST magazine there was a mobile VHF contest op
who had a system like this...mast through the roof of his van(?) and the
rotor inside on the van floor (I think).    Maybe someone recalls the
details.

 

As Artie Johnson (1960-70's TV show-"Laugh in") used to say : "Very
interesting"

 

GL

 

Mike - Keswick Ridge, NB, Canada