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Radio
01-04-2008, 07:34 PM
I have a new antenna mounted in the bed of my truck and the install has created some problems.

1. Wind drag, and sensitive to crosswinds
2. Poor cornering
3. Terrible MPG
4. Have to leave it home to use 5th wheel.

Any ideas??

Radio

Dizzy-Dick
01-04-2008, 07:53 PM
Gee, and I thought that my Hustler Tri-bander was bad.

N7OQ
01-04-2008, 08:51 PM
Bet it gets out really good !

Ret8008
01-05-2008, 07:31 AM
Actually, it looks pretty good as long as it is pointed to the side. Just don't point is forward.:D

w6pea
01-10-2008, 10:32 PM
Looks a little top heavy too me.

KE5NWT
01-11-2008, 07:38 AM
I think your trying for that new TV show where they chase tornados. Looks like a small version of the DOW (doppler on wheels) they use.

Radio
01-11-2008, 10:02 AM
Or a portable bird bath.

_L7
01-17-2008, 08:01 AM
I don't see a problem!! :eek::cool:

Vette Racer
01-17-2008, 08:29 PM
I think if you move the truck the antenna will stay. so,ooooo make my day!

Radio
01-18-2008, 07:22 AM
Actually, if you move the truck around the parking lot the dish remains pointed at the satellite.

Neat, huh?

:bleh:

Vette Racer
01-18-2008, 10:14 AM
:rolleyes::D:popcorn:

radiow6lar
01-18-2008, 11:15 AM
:rolleyes: When does that thing go on sale at Camping World? :money:

w6pea
01-19-2008, 05:35 PM
I don't see a problem!! :eek::cool:

Will it work on your rig? What about bridge clearence I stll think it's still 13'6" in most states isn't it?:think:

_L7
01-25-2008, 01:11 PM
Will it work on your rig? What about bridge clearence I stll think it's still 13'6" in most states isn't it?:think:


I know that my Dodge pickup could handle that antenna. But I would have to get a fold down assembly to put it on the roof of the MH!! :think::D