Thanks to all the helpful replies, but on and off list!
73,
Bob AA6VB
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> On Dec 3, 2015, at 11:52 AM, Chortek, Robert L. <Robert.Chortek@berliner.com>
> wrote:
>
> Dear Fellow Topband Enthusiasts:
>
>
> I'm hoping to get a little help here:
>
>
> Q: Will I see noticeable improvement if I change my radial system to a FCP
> and/or raise the base of my elevated vertical?
>
>
> Background: I have a 60 foot tall vertical I use on 80 meters, which I also
> base load for 160. The antenna is fed at the base about 3 feet off the
> ground. The radial system consists of 12 gull wing radials (8 for 160 and 4
> four 80) which slope up to the roof about 10 feet or so high, then make a 90
> degree turn and then run roughly parallel to one another but fan out somewhat
> (6 and 6) The radials essentially form a U shape (base of the U slopes up to
> the roof and then the legs of the U are on the roof because that is what my
> lot allows.
>
>
> 1. If I were to replace the radials with a FCP system (and raising the
> base of the antenna from 3 feet to 8 feet), would my transmitted signal
> improve to the point where anyone would notice?
>
>
> 2. If I just raised the base of the antenna from 3 feet to 8 feet and kept
> the existing radial system would my transmitted signal improve to the point
> where anyone would notice?
>
>
> As a frame of reference, I have worked 144 countries on 160 from a 1/4 acre
> city lot in San Jose, CA. and worked nearly 200 on 80, so I am having some
> success. Just trying to figure out what I could do better. Please, let's
> not talk about top loading vs. base loading because that is not my question
> (I understand the benefits of top loading vs. base or center loading, but
> have my reasons for using base loading - for now) .
>
>
> Any help would be greatly appreciated.
>
>
> 73,
>
>
> Bob/AA6VB
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