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[VHFcontesting] 6M HB9CV Antenna & FT-817 2M Overload

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Subject: [VHFcontesting] 6M HB9CV Antenna & FT-817 2M Overload
From: Cal Cotner <cal.jsi@verizon.net>
Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:32:27 -0500
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Hi all,

      In a moment of weakness I bought one of the subject antennas  
(made by Diamond).  I'd be curious about list members' opinions on  
the antenna.  The thought was to replace a wheezing old 3 el homebrew  
Yagi for portable operation.  And yes, I know about the Moxon beams.

      Also, does anyone have comments on the receive overload  
performance on 2M of the Yaesu FT-817.  When mountain topping In two  
past VHF contests I've had a lot of trouble on 2M with possible  
overload of mine.  I suppose It could be splatter from high powered,  
multi-operator stations sending automated CQs.  I've not experienced  
this on 6M.  Again, any comment would be welcome.

73,
Cal K4JSI
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