Lee-
I had a 4 element Gem as my first directional antenna. I had it on a
tilt-over tower, and could work on it from the ground. It was a bear to
tune, and I don't think I ever got it right. I took off 2 elements and
sold them, and it worked better than it did as a 4L. I never had
anything break on it, but it would get pulled out of shape occasionally
(Florida).
I think, without any empirical data, that the slanted spreaders gave it
better spacing than a straight up and down spreader design. I put a set
of 2 meter wires (fed separately) on it, and that worked really well.
Overall I really liked it.
73, Mike NF4L
Lee Buller wrote:
> I have been always intrigued with the Gem Quad for years. It is now back in
> production. Google Gem Quad. I've always been told that a Quad is very hard
> to keep up in the air due to wind and ice. I have been told they are hard to
> maintain. Anyone have any experience with the Gem Quad design and its
> durability?
>
> Lee - K0WA
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