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KF5BET · 06-30-2009, 12:34 PM

Hey guys:

Just got a chance to check in. I concur that what I have is the R5. I spent a couple of hours Sunday afternoon cleaning the main masts with a scotchbrite pad. Turned out pretty nice. I am debating whether to tear into the traps and capacitors or leave them alone and see what SWR's I get (decisions, decisions).

I have downloaded a lot of the information on rebuilding this antenna and it looks fairly straightforward.

I am getting anxious to set up the Icom, but am trying to do it right the first time.

Thanks again for your help (will be back with more questions I'm sure...)

BTW- the general study guide finally arrived. I am starting to read it now.

06-30-2009, 12:34 PM	#12
KF5BET Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lafayette, LA Posts: 507	Hey guys: Just got a chance to check in. I concur that what I have is the R5. I spent a couple of hours Sunday afternoon cleaning the main masts with a scotchbrite pad. Turned out pretty nice. I am debating whether to tear into the traps and capacitors or leave them alone and see what SWR's I get (decisions, decisions). I have downloaded a lot of the information on rebuilding this antenna and it looks fairly straightforward. I am getting anxious to set up the Icom, but am trying to do it right the first time. Thanks again for your help (will be back with more questions I'm sure...) BTW- the general study guide finally arrived. I am starting to read it now.