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Re: [TowerTalk] 160/80/40

To: "Kirk Harding" <kirk.harding@cox.net>, <towertalk@contesting.com>
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] 160/80/40
From: Joe <WD0M@centurytel.net>
Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2004 08:47:38 -0600
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Hi Kirk,

I have a similar setup, although it's on a TX-455 tower. When I bought the inverted vee arm, it showed up as you describe, rather than the old "clamp on" style that I ordered through the catalog. I had the same concern about the drag issue, and putting stress on the antenna. I gave the new arm away. I'm using a metal pipe that is clamped to the very top of the tower, with two pulleys attached to allow me to use inverted vees, inverted L's, a linear loaded antenna for 160, and an assortment of other low band antennas. They all work well. I also have the 4 element SteppIR atop the tower and am very happy with it.

That said, the US Towers inverted vee arm that rides on the mast may work OK - I just didn't want to risk it.

Cheers and 73,
Joe
WDØM


At 08:36 AM 8/21/2004, Kirk Harding wrote:
Hello Gang,

I have a U.S. Towers HX-472.  The base has been poured but the tower is not
yet erected.  The contractor hasn't yet completed my new basement game
room/storm shelter/ham shack.

This is my question:  I purchased the inverted V bracket where I intend to
install something for 160, 80 and 40 meter operation.  My question is what
type of wire antenna to you recommend for operation on these bands?  Space
is not an issue.  I have a full acre to play with. What I'm considering is a
Carolina Windom but I'm open to suggestions.  Also, In regards to the
inverted V bracket; This bracket rides on the outside of the rotating mast
(just above the thrust bearing) that will support (have yet to purchase) a
Stepir 4. Do any of you have experience with this bracket?  I'm concerned
that the bracket riding on the outside of the mast will drag, putting undo
stress on the inverted V.  I've had email interchange with U.S. Tower and
they recommend users put a light coating of grease between the bracket and
mast. They say the amount of drag is small. Still though, I have concerns.

I solicit and appreciate your thoughts on these issues.

Thanks,

Kirk K6KAR/4

Niceville, FL









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