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Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-13-2015, 11:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 38,281
Posted By KL7V
Nice!

Aluminum roof, well heck you are lucky. I wish my roof was aluminum. Did you bond the mount directly to the roof also? To improve things on 80, you can still deploy those portable radials, fan...
Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-13-2015, 11:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,948
Posted By KL7V
Might Build a 160 Version Also...

Now you're talking! How about a combination still/vertical antenna? Very low loss, very high Q, but very narrow bandwidth. I will be parked on nets mostly. Santa may be bringing me that antenna...
Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-13-2015, 12:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,948
Posted By KL7V
With the vertical mounted on the pin box, I will...

With the vertical mounted on the pin box, I will deploy temporary radials in several directions from the pinbox to improve the counterpoise. Since there is no metal in the body or roof, I think the...
Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-13-2015, 10:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 22,316
Posted By KL7V
I am old school and build my own antennas. My...

I am old school and build my own antennas. My favorite bands are 40 and 75, I am getting ready to build a very long vertical which will be a full 1/4 wave on 40. It will have a very large home made...
Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-13-2015, 10:30 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 38,281
Posted By KL7V
Your best bet here would be to deploy portable...

Your best bet here would be to deploy portable radials which attach at the antenna mount. If you have room, spread a few out in different directions and tie them off to whatever is available. They...
Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-13-2015, 10:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 23,949
Posted By KL7V
Probably a terrain issue. Rotating the antenna...

Probably a terrain issue. Rotating the antenna will probably make no difference it is an omni. Your best bet is more height.
Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-13-2015, 10:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 14,620
Posted By KL7V
I am with Mr. Ham, I have always relied on...

I am with Mr. Ham, I have always relied on resonant antennas and with 30 years in the hobby have never owned a tuner other than what was in my radio. (TS-450S and TS-940S).
Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-13-2015, 10:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 26,808
Posted By KL7V
I love the dipole, I will probably do something...

I love the dipole, I will probably do something similar for 20 and above.
Forum: CQ CQ CQ 12-12-2015, 10:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,028
Posted By KL7V
Winterization is just like anywhere else, it just...

Winterization is just like anywhere else, it just comes earlier. The trailer has been undergoing a full remodel gradually, I am very pleased with the results. New water heater, new Norcold fridge,...
Forum: CQ CQ CQ 12-11-2015, 09:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,028
Posted By KL7V
I had to put the RV away a long time ago, we have...

I had to put the RV away a long time ago, we have had 50 inches of snow and it has been about 0 to 20 below lately.
Forum: Antenna Solutions 12-11-2015, 05:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,948
Posted By KL7V
Starting Work on a Big Vertical for 40/75

I am working on a vertical that will be a full 1/4 wave on 40, which will also have a center load coil for use on 75. I am going to shunt the coil for use on 40, and add a capacity hat when used on...
Forum: CQ CQ CQ 12-11-2015, 05:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,028
Posted By KL7V
Greetings from Fairbanks, Alaska!

This forum is just what I am looking for, I am retiring soon and getting ready to install some radio gear in my 36' fifth wheel to take on the road. I have been in the hobby since the mid 80's.

I...
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