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Subject: [TowerTalk] Drooping dipoles
From: gareth@capecod.net (Gareth Crispell)
Date: Tue, 28 Apr 1998 14:05:51 -0400
HOLY CATFISH!!  Can you buy this stuff by the Crate?

de ... N1MSV   gary

jfeustle wrote:
> 
> It has been rumored that careful application of Viagra, a newly released
> erecting product, will work wonders on drooping dipoles. The only problem
> thusfar has been in correctly timing when the Viagra hits the balun and
> works its magic. Some amateurs have unfortunately had their drooping dipole
> arise too soon before optimum contest conditions; others have experienced a
> drastic return of droop just when QSO rates and MUF were highest. In
> several unique cases, drooping dipoles have suddenly turned into
> long-boomed beams, much to the immense delight of the amateurs in question.
> 
> Be certain to look for the Viagra booth at Dayton. Just look for the
> longest line.
> 
> 73,
> Joe, N8JF
> 
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